Context: The deaths and destruction by landslides in Himachal Pradesh recently have led to much-needed attention on the Himalayan ecosystem. This article highlights the need for building resilience against geohazards caused by different causative factors like natural processes, environmental degradation …
What’s in the news? Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with the leaders of Singapore, Bangladesh, Italy, USA, Brazil, Argentina, Mauritius and UAE, launched the Global Biofuel Alliance on 9 September 2023, on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in New …
What’s in the news? RBI has decided to discontinue Incremental Cash Reserve Ratio (I-CRR) which was put in place to absorb surplus liquidity following the withdrawal of 2,000 rupees currency notes, in a phased manner. The I-CRR was introduced on …
What’s in the news? Leaders of India, Brazil, South Africa, and the United States met on the margins of the G20 Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi to reaffirm their shared commitment to the G20 as the premier forum for international …
Context India’s strategic partnership with Middle-Eastern countries has evolved significantly over the years, driven by various factors that shape its relationships with key nations in the region. India’s engagement with the Middle East has been multifaceted, encompassing economic ties, energy …
Context Critical minerals, also known as rare earth elements and strategic minerals, play a crucial role in India’s industrial and technological advancement. These minerals are essential components in various high-tech applications, including electronics, telecommunications, aerospace, renewable energy, and defense technologies. …
Context According to the RBI’s Handbook of Statistics on Indian States, the growth rate of real wages between 2014-15 and 2021-22 was below 1 per cent per year. Real wages, which take into account inflation, are an essential component of …
What’s in the news? Phase Il of the 21st edition of Varuna (Varuna-23) bilateral exercise between Indian and French Navy was conducted in the Arabian Sea. Indian & French Navy bilateral naval exercise was initiated in 1993. The exercise was …
What’s in the news? Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) has had a transformative impact on India, extending far beyond inclusive finance. The G20 Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion document prepared by the World Bank has lauded transformative impact of DPIs in …
Context The sectors of horticulture, animal husbandry, and fisheries hold significant potential for diversifying rural economies and improving food security in many regions. These sectors offer numerous benefits, including income generation, employment opportunities, and increased access to nutritious food. Horticulture: …