PM lauds the highest-ever GST collection in April 2023. Topic: GS3 – Indian economy. News: The Prime Minister of India has expressed happiness over the highest-ever GST revenue collection in April 2023, amounting to ₹87 lakh crore. He attributes the success to the increased integration and compliance of GST. PM expresses happiness over installing a…
Waste processing at the Ghazipur landfill is yet to pick up pace. Topic: GS3 – waste management Previous year Questions on Waste management: What are the impediments in disposing of the huge quantities of discarded solid wastes which are continuously being generated? How do we safely remove the toxic wastes that have been accumulating in…
India, its SDG pledge goal, and the strategy to apply. Topic: GS3 – sustainable development and environmental concerns. Previous year Questions on Environment “Access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy is the sine qua non to achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)”. Comment on the progress made in India in this regard. (UPSC CSE (M)…
Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh to visit Maldives between May 01-03. Topic: GS2 – International relations The defence minister is visiting the Maldives and strengthening the bilateral relations between India and the Maldives. It is essential for neighbouring countries to work together to address common challenges and promote regional security and growth. India’s commitment to…
Good news for peace and progress in the Northeast. The Government of Assam and the Dimasa National Liberation Army (DNLA) signed a peace accord to achieve permanent peace in the region. The accord includes provisions for surrendering weapons, rehabilitation of militants, and measures for the region’s socio-economic development. PM acknowledges the achievements of six years…
Operation Kaveri – India brings home citizens from Sudan. Topic: GS2: International relations, Indian diaspora. India has initiated a significant mission named ‘Operation Kaveri’ to save many stranded citizens amid the escalating violence in Sudan. In March, India’s eight core sectors’ output growth fell to a five-month low of 3.6%. Topic: GS3: Indian economy Electricity…
The women’s Reservation Bill cannot wait anymore. Topic: GS1: Women & Women organizations Previous year questions on Women: What are the continued challenges for women in India against time and space? (UPSC CSE(M) 2019) The women’s questions arose in modern India as a part of the 19th century social reform movement. What are the major…
Union Agriculture Minister inaugurates Farm Machinery Technology Summit. Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare inaugurates Summit on Farm Machinery Technology. 85% of small farmers in India should benefit from technology and machinery. the Central Government has trained 64 lakh workers through authorised test centres. Agricultural Infrastructure Fund worth 1 lakh crore introduced with approved…
Not By ‘Vande Bharat’ Alone Topic: GS-III, Infrastructure Context: The performance of the Indian Railways, as the country’s primary transporter and most significant public undertaking, should not be judged solely based on well-publicised services. Instead, it implies a more comprehensive and nuanced assessment of the railway’s overall performance is necessary. Vande Bharat Express and other…
Supreme Court modifies order on the eco-sensitive zone around protected areas. The Supreme Court has modified its judgment to make eco-sensitive zones (ESZ) of at least one kilometre around protected forests, national parks and wildlife sanctuaries across the country mandatory. The decision was made by a Bench led by Justice B.R. Gavai. Apex court reasoned…