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Surge in GST Collection
In News Recently, the country’s Gross GST (Goods and Services Tax) revenues crossed the ?1.3 lakh crore mark, the second-highest collection since the tax regime was implemented in July 2017. Major Points October’s GST kitty was 24% higher than the same month a year ago and 36% over the pre-pandemic levels of 2019. This was […]
Indian Express
Indian Express Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 3 3 In 48 districts, first dose coverage less than 50%; Modi to review vaccination (Health) Why is there a regional disparity in vaccination drive? What is the way forward? GS 3 3 In three years, informal economy down to 15-20% from 52%, […]
The Hindu
The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains GS 3 1 No time bound pacts on climate change at G20 (Environment) What are the major highlights of the G20 summit at sessions on climate change and sustainable development? What would be the impact of the decisions made on the […]
Conservation of Indus River Dolphin
In Context The census of one of the Indus river dolphins is all set to commence in the winter as part of a project by the Centre. However, Punjab’s wildlife preservation wing has gone a step ahead to not only protect the dolphins but also their natural habitat. About Image Courtesy: TH The two subspecies […]
States Formation Day
In News Recently, the Prime Minister of India greeted the people of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Kerala, and Haryana on the formation day of their state. About Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka and Kerala came in 1956 as new states were created on the linguistic ground. Haryana was formed in 1966 while Chhattisgarh […]
Coffee Cultivation
In Context A disparity in the prices of Robusta coffee in the international market and India has become a major cause for concern among growers in South India. Key Points The price of coffee in India is usually based on international markets, especially the London market. The price of Robusta coffee rose by about $70 […]
Bridgmanite Mineral in Meteorite
In News Recently, IIT Kharagpur researchers have studied a meteorite that fell close to the city of Katol in Nagpur District of Maharashtra on May 22, 2012. The key findings of a study could help in understanding the formation and evolution of the Earth. About the Study The study reports for the first time, the […]
G20 Summit
In News World leaders participated in the recently held G20 Summit in Rome, Italy. During the summit, the leaders adopted the Rome Declaration and emphasised Covid-19 immunisation across the globe. Highlights of the Summit The 2021 G20 Rome summit was the sixteenth meeting of the Group of Twenty (G20). The world leaders had elaborate deliberations […]
“Dairy Sahakar” Scheme
In News Union Minister of Home Affairs and Corporation launched the “Dairy Sahakar” scheme at Anand, Gujarat, during the function organised by Amul for the celebration of the 75th Foundation Year of Amul. Objectives and Need The livestock sector has a unique combination of being the backbone of rural livelihood. The growth would have been […]
