New Lizard Species in Western Ghats Context: A new species of tiny lizards, referred to as the “diminutive dragon” or Agasthyagama edge, has been discovered in the biodiverse forests of the Western Ghats. Researchers describe it as a unique member of the Agamidae family with […]
Memoranda of Intent (MoIs) in the Field of Medical Products Regulation Approved by Cabinet Context: The Cabinet has given its approval for Memoranda of Intent (MoIs) signed between India and two other countries in the arena of medical products regulation. Relevance: GS-02 (International Relations) Highlights: […]
Challenges of Female Migration: Identifying Causes and Charting a Course for Empowerment Context: Internal migration in India is a pivotal aspect of societal and economic interactions, contributing to 27% of the population from June 2020 to 2021. However, there exists a critical oversight regarding […]
Investment Forum for Advancing Climate Resilient Agrifood Systems in India launched Context: In a recent collaboration, NITI Aayog, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare (MoA&FW) of the Government of India, and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations jointly introduced the […]
Indian Stamp Bill, 2023 Context: The Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, under the Government of India, is seeking public input on the draft ‘Indian Stamp Bill, 2023’ within a 30-day period. Relevance: GS-02 (Government policies and interventions) Background: In a bid to modernize the […]
MPLADS e-SAKSHI Mobile Application Launch Context: The MPLADS e-SAKSHI Mobile Application has been introduced, marking a significant development in the fund flow procedure under the Member of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS). Relevance: GS-02 (Government schemes) Main Highlights: The MPLADS Scheme is designed to […]
India’s Economic Horizon: Growth, Inequality, and Democratic Imperatives Context: The media, attending the World Economic Forum, reported on optimistic statements regarding India’s economic future, echoing previous predictions about the nation’s economic growth. This includes the goal of a $5 trillion economy by 2024, as stated […]
RBI’s guidelines on State “guarantees” Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) working group, recently, proposed recommendations to address concerns related to guarantees provided by State governments. The suggestions focus on defining guarantees, determining associated risks, limiting issuance, and enhancing disclosure practices. Relevance: GS-03 GS-02 […]
Prime Minister’s Awards for Excellence in Public Administration 2023 Scheme Context: The government has introduced the Scheme for Prime Minister’s Awards for Excellence in Public Administration 2023. Relevance: Prelims Facts, Miscellaneous Main Details: These awards aim to acknowledge, recognize, and reward outstanding contributions made by […]
Newly Issued Standardized Development and Building Regulations for 2023 Context: The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has released the ‘Standardized Development and Building Regulations, 2023,’ encapsulated in Special Publication SP 73: 2023. Main Highlights: These regulations, in line with the National Building Code of India […]