1. Shri Piyush Goyal chairs inter-ministerial meeting to address rising freight cost and shipping delays (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2056726 ) Topic: GS3 – Indian Economy – Infrastructure – Ports Context The Indian government, addressing exporters’ concerns, held an inter-ministerial meeting led by Shri Piyush Goyal to resolve rising freight costs, container shortages, and port congestion. Key…
1. Cabinet accepts recommendations of High-Level Committee on Simultaneous Elections (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2056059 ) Topic: GS2 – Indian Polity Context The Union Cabinet has accepted the recommendations of a High-Level Committee chaired by former President Ram Nath Kovind, advocating for simultaneous elections across India. The report proposes phased implementation, aiming to streamline electoral processes and…
1. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launches ‘SUBHADRA’ – the largest women-centric scheme in Bhubaneswar, Odisha (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2055572 ) Context The SUBHADRA scheme, launched by the Government of Odisha, aims to provide Rs. 50,000 over 5 years to women aged 21-60. It supports financial empowerment through direct bank transfers, linked with RBI’s digital currency…
1. Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman to launch NPS Vatsalya Scheme on September 18, 2024 (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2055393 ) Context The NPS Vatsalya scheme, launching on September 18, 2024, aims to enhance early financial planning for children. Spearheaded by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, it offers flexible investment options, reflecting the Government’s commitment to long-term…
1. PM announces passing of Delhi Declaration on Civil Aviation (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2054335 ) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The Delhi Declaration, adopted at the 2nd Asia Pacific Ministerial Conference on Civil Aviation, outlines a framework for enhancing regional cooperation, sustainability, and safety in aviation. It emphasises inclusivity and economic growth, reflecting a milestone in…
1. PM announces passing of Delhi Declaration on Civil Aviation (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2054335 ) Topic: GS2 – Governance Context The Delhi Declaration, adopted at the 2nd Asia Pacific Ministerial Conference on Civil Aviation, outlines a framework for enhancing regional cooperation, sustainability, and safety in aviation. It emphasises inclusivity and economic growth, reflecting a milestone in…
1. Release of the Report of the Expert Group Report on ‘Future Pandemic Preparedness – A Framework for Action’ (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2053759 ) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context NITI Aayog’s Future Pandemic Preparedness and Emergency Response report outlines a comprehensive framework to strengthen India’s response to future pandemics. It focuses on rapid…
1. Combination of ‘Siddha’ Drugs Reduces Anaemia in Adolescent Girls: Study (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2053375 ) Topic: GS2 – Social Justice – Health Context A recent study published in the Indian Journal of Traditional Knowledge highlights the effectiveness of Siddha medicine in treating anaemia among adolescent girls. Researchers from prominent Siddha institutions found that the Siddha…
1. Five Successful Years of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maandhan Yojana (PM-KMY) (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2053142 ) Context Launched on September 12, 2019, the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maandhan Yojana (PM-KMY) has completed five years, providing a monthly pension of Rs. 3,000 to Small and Marginal Farmers upon turning 60. With 23.38 lakh farmers enrolled, the scheme’s significant…
1. Suspected Mpox case under investigation; patient put under isolation, no cause for alarm (Source – https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=2052937 ) Context A young male patient, recently returned from a Mpox-affected country, is a suspected case of Mpox. Isolated and stable, the case is being managed per protocols, with contact tracingemphasise preparedness and minimal public risk. Mpox (Monkeypox):