1. After Budget, the challenges (Source: Indian Express; Section: The Ideas Page; Page: 13) Topic: GS3– Indian Economy – Government Budgeting Context: The article discusses the Union Budget 2024-25, focusing on the challenges facing the Indian economy, such as global economic uncertainty and inflation. It highlights the government’s efforts to maintain fiscal stability, manage rising…
1. On the ethanol blending programme (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Environment – Clean Energy Context India is progressing towards its 20% ethanol blending target by 2025-26, marked by increased production and capacity. However, concerns about food security arise due to rising maize imports and water…
PIB Summary for UPSC 23-March -2024 1. Ministry of Earth Sciences hosts Inter-Ministerial Joint Workshop on Blue Economy Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy The Blue Economy’s significance lies in its potential for sustainable economic growth and its relevance to environmental conservation, a UPSC focus. Context ● The Ministry of Earth Sciences led a workshop on…
Indian Express 21-June-2023 The Indian Express, CSE candidates can stay informed about current events and developments in India and around the world. Facebook-f Twitter Youtube 1. Heatwave deaths: Why a heatstroke kills, and how to stay safe Syllabus – GS III Recent Context – Heatwave in several parts of India has led to high death…
1. India committed to FTA with the U.K., says Modi (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 4) Topic: GS2 – International Relations – Bilateral Relations Context Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed India’s commitment to finalising an FTA with the UK during talks with Foreign Secretary David Lammy. The discussions focused on…
1. Kerala urgently needs to identify risk zones (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 6) Topic: GS3 – Disaster and disaster management Context The article discusses the increasing vulnerability of Kerala to natural disasters, particularly landslides and floods, due to unplanned development, climate change, and environmental degradation It emphasises the need…
