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…
   India’s achievements against targets for climate change: CLIMATE CHANGE AND THE GLOBAL APPROACH WEO-2023 proposes a global strategy for getting the world on track by 2030 The Five Key Pillars to this proposal include UNDERSTANDING OF LAWS OF LIFE Two simple principles that stand paramount about laws of life : 1) Humans cannot create…
In the medium term, the Indian economy can grow at a rate of 7 per cent plus on a sustained basis if we can build on the structural reforms undertaken over the last decade. Against this backdrop, the chapter identifies the areas of crucial policy focus as well as presents a six-pronged growth strategy to…
INTRODUCTION Key Industrial Intermediates Cement industry: Â clinker has increased. However, the quantity of imports is still low. Steel Sector Contribution of the sector: Iron and steel contribute approximately 47 per cent of all inputs in the building & construction sector. It also serves as a critical input for the production of machinery and consumer goods….
Over the past five years, India’s agriculture sector has grown at an average rate of 4.18% annually, with a substantial stock of foodgrains and significant exports. Despite this growth, challenges like low productivity, weather variability, fragmented land holdings, and inadequate marketing infrastructure persist. The chapter discusses government interventions in crops, livestock, animal husbandry, and fisheries…
1. Rs 6.22 lakh crore allocated to MoD, highest among Ministries, in Regular Union Budget 2024-25; 4.79% higher than FY 2023-24 (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2035748 ) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context The Union Budget 2024-25 allocates Rs 6,21,940.85 crore to the Ministry of Defence, with increases for capital acquisition, operational readiness, and pensions. Highlights include…
Q1) Societal apathy towards mental health issues has resulted in the marginalization of individuals dealing with mental disorders. Elaborate and suggest measures to bring mental health concerns from the periphery into the mainstream. (150 Words/10 Marks) ANS Mental disorders are conditions that affect a person’s thinking, feeling, mood, and behaviour. They may be occasional or…
1. Union Budget 2024-25 — no signs of learning (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 10) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context The Union Budget 2024-25, presented by Nirmala Sitharaman, prioritises easing business regulations and encouraging private sector job creation over direct tax measures. Despite significant promises to allies and large…
1. FM revises personal income tax slabs (Source – The Hindu, International Edition – Page No. – 2) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy Context Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman revised the income tax slabs and increased standard deductions under the new tax regime to provide relief to middle-class taxpayers and promote higher disposable income. Key changes…