PM MITRA scheme
Context: Almost a month after the Centre announced its decision to set up seven mega textile parks under the PM Mega Integrated Textile Regions and Apparel (PM MITRA) scheme, Union Textiles Secretary said the institutional mechanism to begin the works in two mega parks in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka will be ready in three months. […]
Amrit Bharat Station Scheme
Context: South Western Railway (SWR) is all set to revamp two railway stations, Krishnarajapuram and Whitefield stations under Amrit Bharat Station scheme. Relevance: GS III: Infrastructure Dimensions of the Article: Amrit Bharat Station Scheme Objectives: Source: The Hindu
About Railway Electrification
Focus: GS III- Infrastructure Why in news? National Rail Plan (NRP) for India – 2030: Objective: Aim: To reform Railways to make it more efficient, greener and modern which will translate into cheaper, safer and assured mode of transport to the common man be it in passenger or freight segment. Main features of the National […]
Real Time Train Information System (RTIS) Project
Context: The Indian Railways is collaborating with Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) under the Real Time Train Information System (RTIS) project. Relevance: GS III: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways Etc. Dimensions of the Article: About the Real Time Train Information System (RTIS) project: Functionality: Collaboration with ISRO: Benefits: -Source: The Hindu
Budget Needs To Boost Green Growth
Context The inclusion of green growth as one of the seven core economic priorities, which coincides with India’s G20 presidency, demonstrates India’s dedication to a sustainable future. Relevance GS Paper-3: Inclusive growth and issues arising from it,Government Budgeting Mains Question How does green growth work? How does the Indian government ensure green growth? (250 words) How […]
There’s More To India’s Energy Transition Than the Coal Story
Context Relevance GS Paper-3: Infrastructure: Energy Mains Question What are India’s main obstacles to achieving a just energy transition, how can they be overcome, and how can this be done within the framework of India’s overall energy policy and development objectives? Explain. (250 Words) Issues of Concern The Pathway for Clean Energy Taking the following steps […]
PM-KUSUM
Context: The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has extended the deadline to install 30,000 MW solar power capacity in rural India to March 2026 under PM-KUSUM (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha Evam Uttham Mahabhiyan). Relevance: GS-III: Industry and Infrastructure (Energy related Infrastructure, Renewable energy sources, Government Policies and Interventions) Dimensions of the Article: […]
The Possible Ways to Get Logistics at ease
Context Relevance GS Paper 3: Infrastructure Mains Question Better logistics are required in a modern economy with a complex supply chain. India has one of the least efficient logistics systems in the world. How can the logistics in India be improved? Discuss. (250 Words) About Logistics Logistics policy is required. About National Logistics Policy (NLP) […]
What is Bharat Pravah?
Context: Recently, the Ministry of Shipping, Waterways, and Ports has launched ‘Bharat Pravah-India along its Shores’, an initiative to highlight the significance and imagery of rivers, ports, and shipping in everyday life through a series of nationwide events. Relevance: GS III: Infrastructure Dimensions of the Article: What is Bharat Pravah? Themes: Important Points related to […]
Etalin Hydroelectric Project
Context: The Forest Advisory Committee (FAC) has recently asked the Arunachal Pradesh Government to review the Etalin hydropower project. Relevance: GS III: Infrastructure Dimensions of the Article: About Etalin Hydroelectric Project (EHEP): Forest Advisory Committee (FAC) Idu-Mishmi Tribe: Dibang River: Concerns Raised Around the Etalin Hydel Project: Environmental Impact: Displacement of Local Communities: Impact on […]