Union Cabinet approves 100% FDI in space sector Context: The Union Cabinet, approved amendments to the existing Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) policy in the space sector. The amended policy allows 100% FDI in the space sector, with different entry routes for various activities. Relevance: GS-02 […]
National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) Context: The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment has recently submitted the Annual Report 2022-23 of the National Commission of Scheduled Castes (NCSC) to the President of India. These reports contain recommendations on safeguarding Constitutional protections for Scheduled Castes […]
Inauguration of First Skill India Centre in Odisha Context: The Union Minister recently, unveiled the inaugural Skill India Centre (SIC) in Odisha, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s skill development initiative. Relevance: GS-02 (Government policies and interventions) Main highlights: The centre boasts state-of-the-art infrastructure, […]
On financial devolution among States Context: Opposition-ruled States, particularly from southern India, are expressing concerns about the fairness of the current financial devolution scheme. Article 270 of the Constitution outlines the distribution of net tax proceeds between the Centre and the States, forming the divisible […]