About The GST Compensation Cess
Context: The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council recently set up a 10-member GoM to decide on the taxation of luxury, sin, and demerit goods once the compensation cess ends in March 2026. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy GST Compensation Cess The GST Compensation Cess is imposed under Section 8 of The Goods and Services Tax (Compensation […]
Global Innovation Index 2024
Context: The Prime Minister has expressed pride for Indian Innovators as India climbs to the 40th rank in the Global Innovation Index of World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). Relevance: GS-III: Indian Economy (Growth and Development of Indian Economy, Issues related to Development, Important International Organizations and their reports) Dimensions of the Article: What is Global […]
Rashtriya Poshan Maah
Context: The closing ceremony of 7th Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2024 will be held on 30th September, 2024 at Shaurya Sabhagaar, Ranchi. Relevance: Focus: GS II- Health Dimensions of the Article: National Nutrition Month (Rashtriya Poshan Maah) About Poshan Abhiyaan Implementation of POSHAN Abhiyaan is based on the four-point strategy/pillars of the mission: Issues of Poshan Abhiyaan Anganwadi Centres Integrated […]
Draft Guidelines for Withdrawal of Life Support Released
Context: The Union Health Ministry has recently released the ‘Draft Guidelines for Withdrawal of Life Support in Terminally Ill Patients.’ This initiative seeks to establish a formal legal framework where previously only informal practices existed. Doctors have often informally advised families on withdrawing care for terminally ill patients, but the lack of formal guidelines has […]
Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023
Context: NITI Aayog, the top think tank of the government, had opposed some of the provisions of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: NITI Aayog’s Concerns Over the DPDP Bill Salient Features of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) 2023 Issues with Obtaining […]
India’s Shipbuilding Mission
Context: The Minister for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways is spearheading a new Shipbuilding Mission aimed at establishing a strong global presence in the shipbuilding industry by 2047. This initiative is part of the broader Make in India campaign, which seeks to enhance domestic manufacturing capabilities. Relevance: GS III: Infrastructure Dimensions of the Article: Overview of […]
Recovery in India’s Sugar Sector
Context: India’s sugar industry is showing signs of significant recovery following an extended period of uncertainty. This rebound is crucial for the agriculture sector, impacting numerous stakeholders from farmers to exporters. Relevance: GS III: Agriculture Dimensions of the Article: State of the Sugar Industry in India: Significance of the Sugar Industry in India: Challenges Associated […]
Current Affairs Quiz 30 September 2024
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 30 September 2024
Contents: Common Practice Standards Must Have an India-Centric Outlook for Carbon Finance Projects Context:India’s agroforestry sector has substantial potential to contribute to global carbon finance through afforestation, reforestation, and revegetation (ARR) initiatives. With the right incentives and policies, India could double its agroforestry area by 2050, significantly enhancing its carbon sink capacity. However, existing global […]
Current Affairs 30 September 2024
CONTENTS Recovery in India’s Sugar Sector Context: India’s sugar industry is showing signs of significant recovery following an extended period of uncertainty. This rebound is crucial for the agriculture sector, impacting numerous stakeholders from farmers to exporters. Relevance: GS III: Agriculture Dimensions of the Article: State of the Sugar Industry in India: Significance of the […]