Cuttack Rupa Tarakasi (Silver Filigree) Receives
Context: The prestigious Cuttack Rupa Tarakasi, known for its intricate silver filigree work, has been awarded the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, recognizing its unique cultural heritage and skilled craftsmanship. Relevance: GS II: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Cuttack Rupa Tarakasi Receives Geographical Indication (GI) Tag Historical Roots and Cultural Exchange Definition of Filigree Diversity […]
Sabarmati Ashram Redevelopment Project Launched on 94th Anniversary of Dandi March
Context On the occasion of the 94th anniversary of the Dandi March, the Prime Minister of India inaugurated the Sabarmati Ashram Redevelopment Project in Ahmedabad. Valued at Rs 1,200 crore, this project aims to refurbish, preserve, and reconstruct the historic Sabarmati Ashram, established by Mahatma Gandhi. Relevance: GS I: History Dimensions of the Article: Historical […]
About Regulatory Sandbox
Context Recently, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) revised the timeline for the completion of various stages of a Regulatory Sandbox (RS) to nine months from the previous seven months. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Introduction to Regulatory Sandbox (RS) Objectives Target Applicants Associated Benefits of Regulatory Sandbox Challenges of Regulatory Sandbox -Source: Indian Express
PM Modi Launches PM-SURAJ Portal
Context Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Pradhan Mantri Samajik Utthan evam Rozgar Adharit Jankalyan (PM-SURAJ) portal virtually, aimed at providing credit support to entrepreneurs from disadvantaged sections of society. Additionally, PM Modi distributed Ayushman Health Cards and Personal Protective Equipment to Safai Mitras under the National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) scheme. These […]
USOF Signs MoU to Democratize Digital Services Access in Rural India
Context The Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF), operating under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), has entered a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Prasar Bharati and Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) to enhance digital services accessibility in rural India. This collaboration underscores efforts to bridge the digital divide and promote inclusivity by expanding digital […]
Global Progress in Child Mortality
Context The United Nations Inter-agency Group for Child Mortality Estimation has unveiled a report titled “Levels and Trends in Child Mortality,” revealing significant strides in reducing global under-five deaths. According to the report, the annual number of under-five deaths worldwide in 2022 dropped by over half from the 2000 estimate, plummeting from 9.9 million to […]
Human Development Index
Context India’s ranking on the United Nations Human Development Index (HDI) improved by one position in 2022 to 134 out of 193 countries ranked compared to 135 out of 191 countries in 2021.Switzerland has been ranked number one. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: The Human Development Index (HDI) Background Key Highlights […]
Current Affairs Quiz 16 March 2024
Current Affairs 16 March 2024
CONTENTS Human Development Index Context: India’s ranking on the United Nations Human Development Index (HDI) improved by one position in 2022 to 134 out of 193 countries ranked compared to 135 out of 191 countries in 2021.Switzerland has been ranked number one. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: The Human Development Index […]
PIB Summaries 16 March 2024
CONTENTS Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme 2024 Context: The Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme 2024 (EMPS 2024) is introduced by the Ministry of Heavy Industries to boost the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in India, specifically targeting the electric two-wheeler and three-wheeler segments. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: About Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme 2024 Electric Vehicles (EVs): […]