In News India’s trade deficit, which shot back up to $21.2 billion, is expected to stay elevated in coming months and the current account deficit could widen to 2.6% of GDP in 2022-23 from 1.7% of GDP this year. What is Trade Deficit? It refers to a situation where the country’s import dues exceed the […]

In Context  The Russia-Ukraine conflict is likely to aggravate the global semiconductor shortage as the two countries are major suppliers of raw materials critical to chip production. Russia supplies the global semiconductor industry with rare metals, and Ukraine supplies specialty gases required by the chipmaking industry.  Major causes  After reaching its peak in 2011, the […]

In News The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) celebrated its 17th Foundation Day. National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) It was set up in March 2007 under the Commissions for Protection of Child Rights (CPCR) Act, 2005, an Act of Parliament (December 2005).  It is a statutory body under the […]

In News  Recently, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has sent relief material to Ukraine. About  Established in 2006, NDRF is the world’s single largest force dedicated to disaster response. It is functioning under the Ministry of Home Affairs, within the overall command, control and leadership of the Director-General. Organisation: At present, the NDRF consists […]

In News  Recently, Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has said that it has put on hold and is reviewing all activities relating to Russia and Belarus in the wake of the current conflict in Ukraine. About Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) China’s leader Xi Jinping first proposed an Asian infrastructure bank at an APEC summit […]

The Hindu Subject Pg No Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 2 1   Quad meets amid tensions over Ukraine (IR) What is the new mechanism announced by Quad for humanitarian assistance in the Indo-Pacific, and know about the impact of the Ukraine crisis on the region, and what lies ahead ? GS 2 […]

Indian Express Subject  Pg No  Headlines Relevance for Prelims and Mains   GS 2 1 Divided over Russia, Quad on same page: channel for relief on Ukraine   (IR) What are the key takeaways from the recent virtual meeting of Quad leaders ?their stand on the Ukraine crisis  and the way ahead . GS 3 1 […]

In News After its proposal to amend the All India Service Rules that would allow it to call any IAS, IPS or IFoS officer on central deputation with or without the state’s consent, the Centre has issued another order on central deputation of Deputy Inspector General-level IPS officers that may not be palatable to the […]

In News Recently, the government has suspended smart metre bids under its ?3.03 trillion Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) till 15 March due to multiple issues. Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) Aim:  To help DISCOMs improve their operational efficiencies and financial sustainability. It is done by providing result-linked financial assistance to DISCOMs to strengthen supply […]

In News Addressing the seventh post-budget webinar, India’s Prime Minister said the Union Budget 2021-22 has clearly laid down a roadmap for the 5G spectrum auction in the country. About The 5G spectrum auction date in India is currently unknown. This is because the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) is still working on providing […]