Current Affairs Quiz 20 September 2024
Overview of NPS Vatsalya Scheme
Context: Recently, the union Finance Minister officially launched the NPS Vatsalya scheme. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Overview of NPS Vatsalya Scheme: Eligibility Criteria: Investment Options and Returns: Conversion and Maturity: Withdrawal Guidelines: Protocols upon Death of a Subscriber: -Source: The Hindu
Real Estate Investment Trusts
Context: The Indian REITs Association (IRA) recently launched Data Benchmarking Institutions (DBIs) to provide investors with detailed information on real estate investment trusts (REITs). Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs): REITs in India: -Source: The Hindu
Current Space Initiatives Approved by India’s Cabinet
Context: The Union Cabinet has sanctioned a substantial investment, amounting to over ₹22,750 crore, for the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to propel four key space missions anticipated in the coming years. This funding aligns with ISRO’s ambitious Vision 2047, aiming to advance India’s position in global space endeavors and foster technological innovations within the […]
Climate Change Impacts Tea Prices in India
Context: The tea industry in India, particularly in Assam and West Bengal, has experienced a significant price surge of approximately 13% in 2024. This increase is directly attributed to a notable reduction in tea production this year. Analysts and industry experts point to extreme weather events and broader climate change as the primary causes behind […]
Re-evaluation of the Indus Waters Treaty
Context: India has recently issued a new formal notification to Pakistan with the intention of reviewing and possibly modifying the longstanding Indus Waters Treaty (IWT). This move follows a similar outreach from January 2023. The specific invocation of Article XII (3) within this latest notice indicates a clear intention by India to reexamine, and possibly […]
Approval for Simultaneous Elections in India
Context: The Union Cabinet has recently given its nod to a significant proposal that sets the stage for conducting simultaneous elections throughout India. This decision will synchronize the electoral schedule for the Lok Sabha, state Assemblies, and local bodies, aiming to streamline the electoral process. Relevance: GS II: Polity and Governance Dimensions of the Article: […]
Current Affairs 20 September 2024
CONTENTS Approval for Simultaneous Elections in India Context: The Union Cabinet has recently given its nod to a significant proposal that sets the stage for conducting simultaneous elections throughout India. This decision will synchronize the electoral schedule for the Lok Sabha, state Assemblies, and local bodies, aiming to streamline the electoral process. Relevance: GS II: […]
PIB Summaries 20 September 2024
CONTENTS Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan Context: The Union cabinet recently extended the PM-AASHA price support scheme in agriculture till 2025-26. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions PM-AASHA Price Support Scheme (PSS) Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS) Pilot of Private Procurement and Stockist Schemes (PPSS) Operational Guidelines Venus Orbiter Mission Context: Recently, the […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 20 September 2024
Contents: Indus Water Treaty: Navigating Renewed Disputes Amid Growing Water and Climate Challenges Context: The Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), signed in 1960 between India and Pakistan, is a landmark agreement that has withstood wars, terrorism, and diplomatic tensions. However, recent developments, including India’s plans to modify the treaty and disputes over hydroelectric projects like the […]