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Moderating Current Account Deficit (CAD)

In News The recent data indicated that the current account deficit (CAD) will moderate despite the global slowdown triggered by rising inflation and interest rates. About the recent trend of moderation About: According to the RBI, the CAD, which was at $36.4 billion for the quarter ending September 2022, is expected to moderate in the […]

Raising ITBP Strength & Vibrant Village Programme

Context Recently, the Union Cabinet approved the following decisions: Raising seven new ITBP battalions thus inducting an additional 9000 troops. Allocated ?4,800 crores under the Vibrant Village Programme (VVP) to stop migration and boost tourism in villages bordering China. Cleared a proposal for a 4.1 km Shinku-La tunnel on the Manali Darcha-Padum-Nimmu axis to allow […]

Unique Ring found around a Dwarf Planet

In News Astronomers discover a ring around the dwarf planet Quaoar in the Kuiper Belt. About In a recent study done by Bruno Morgado of the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro and Bruno Sicardy of the Paris Observatory, a ring was founded positioned much further away from the planet than is usual. The ring […]

Stagnation of MSMEs

In News Recently a survey was conducted by the Consortium of Indian Associations (CIA) on micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). More about the survey About: The survey was led by the industry body Consortium of Indian Associations (CIA) comprising 1,08,500 entrepreneurs.  The objective of the survey was to know  The predicament of MSMEs in […]

India’s Lithium Discovery

In Context A significant deposit of lithium, a rare metal used in the manufacturing of batteries for electronic devices and electric vehicles, has been discovered in India. About the discovery 5.9 million tonnes inferred resources of lithium were discovered in the Salal-Haimana area of Reasi district, Jammu & Kashmir, by the Geological Survey of India.  […]

River Cities Alliance

In News DHARA the annual meeting of the members of the River Cities Alliance (RCA), is being organised by the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) in association with the National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA). DHARA which stands for Driving Holistic Action for Urban Rivers, is a platform to co-learn and discuss solutions for […]

India’s Urban Planning

In Context Recently, urban planners highlighted the need for a multi-generational process for India’s urban journey. About The need for urban planning has come in the aftermath of the recent Joshimath incident in which an aquifer was hit by a tunnel boring machine in Joshimath resulting in the loss of nearly 800 litres of water […]

Green Revolution

In News India’s Green Revolution states not only wants to retain the public ecosystem but also to expand it beyond rice and wheat to cover other crops. Green Revolution in India Background: The production of food within India was insufficient in the years from 1947 to 1960 as there was a growing population, during which […]

Boost to Border infrastructure focusing China

In News Recently, the External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar provided details of India’s projects on border infrastructure and connectivity during an unscheduled briefing in Parliament. About The government’s projects on border infrastructure and connectivity will focus on initiatives in the north and east along India’s 3,488 km border with China (Line of Actual Control or […]

Market Access Initiative (MAI)

In News Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) inaugurated the first edition of upnext India 2023 in presence of international buyers and exhibitors. About This initiative is in the form of a series of Reverse Buyer Seller meet under the name of “UPNEXT INDIA”. Reverse Buyer Seller Meet is to provide an opportunity for prospective importers […]