In News The 20th edition of India-France Joint Staff talks was held in Paris, France. About India-France Joint Staff talks It is a forum established to enhance defence cooperation between both the nations through regular talks at the strategic and operational levels. The two-day talks focused on new initiatives that fall within the umbrella of […]
In Context Recently leaked document has revealed that the Solomon Islands in the South Pacific has reached a deal with China which outlines an unprecedented level of security cooperation. This is the first deal of its kind for Beijing in the region. What are the contents of the proposed deal and why are they controversial? […]
In News Recently,The government approved 61 applications of companies with an investment potential of over Rs 19,000 crore under the production linked incentive (PLI) scheme for textiles. About PLI Scheme in Textile Sector Government approved PLI Scheme for Textiles products, namely MMF Apparel, MMF Fabrics and Products of Technical Textiles, for enhancing India’s manufacturing capabilities […]
In News The National Health Authority (NHA), the implementing agency for the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), has extended an open invitation to all interested parties for sharing their Expression of Interest (EoI) in developing innovative solutions aimed at building a national digital health ecosystem for India. About This collaborative approach will not just help […]
In News Recently, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) released its first Long Range Forecast (LFR) stating that the monsoon would be normal this year. About IMD It is an agency of the Ministry of Earth Sciences. It is the principal agency responsible for meteorological observations, weather forecasting and seismology. It is also one of the […]
Indian Express Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 2 3 Colombo needs more, India may up aid by $2 billion (International Relations) What is the status of Indo-Srilanka economic cooperation?Recent assistance provided India to support the crisis-hit island nation,how India could assist Sri Lanka in garnering international support to secure […]
The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 2 1 India to grow at 8%: World Bank Amid the war, India looks to rev up grain export (International Relations) What are the major findings of the World Bank’s twice-a-year regional update report? ,issues highlighted ,impact of sanctions on […]
In Context India’s first Persian newspaper Mirat-ul-Akhbar was seen in the news About Mirat-ul-Akhbar Raja Rammohun Roy started India’s first Persian newspaper the Mirat-ul-Akhbar. An erudite Persian scholar and a tenacious social reformer, he believed in ‘searching for the truth through the light of discussion.’ The newspaper was first published on 12 April 1822. It […]
In News The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved the continuation of the revamped RGSA from April 1, 2022 to March 31, 2026 to develop governance capabilities of panchayati raj institutions (PRIs). About Under the revamped RGSA, the focus will shift towards “capacitating” the elected representatives of PRIs for leadership roles to develop an […]
In News The Prime Minister of India has paid tributes to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar on his Jayanti. About Dr BR Ambedkar Birth: In a Dalit (Hindu Mahar) family on 14th April 1891 in a small town at Mhow Cantt in erstwhile Central Provinces (now Madhya Pradesh). Often termed as the ‘Father of the Indian Constitution’, […]