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Stick to fiscal deficit as the norm for fiscal prudence Sub: Eco Sec : Fiscal Policy Fiscal deficit target: Finance Minister in the Budget speech said that the Centre’s fiscal deficit would be reduced to 5% of GDP in 2025-26 from its budgeted level of 4.9% in 2024-25. Also, Centre’s debt-GDP ratio is […]
FPIs trim holdings ahead of deadline on concentrated holdings Sub :Eco Sec : Capital market Context: Foreign portfolio investors are given a September 9 deadline by SEBI to offload their India holdings that breach the regulator’s norms for concentrated holdings. Non-compliant FPIs that offload their holdings post this date will be levied a […]
ASI’s Concerns over Waqf Properties and Protected Monuments Sub :History Sec : Art and Culture Context: The issue of dual authority over monuments arose during discussions on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, where ASI officials raised concerns about being restricted from carrying out conservation work on such properties. Introduction The Archaeological Survey of […]
From Bharati to Karunanidhi: Nationalisation of Literary Works in Tamil Nadu Sub :History Sec : Modern India Context: To mark the birth centenary of former Chief Minister and Muthamil Arignar (Tamil scholar) M. Karunanidhi, the Tamil Nadu government has nationalised his entire literary output. Introduction Nationalisation of literary works began in Tamil Nadu […]
Mobile Phones and Cancer Risk Sub: Sci Sec: Health Why in News: A recent study, the largest of its kind, has thoroughly examined over two decades of research to determine whether mobile phones and wireless technologies increase the risk of cancer. This review, commissioned by the World Health Organization (WHO), has provided strong […]
Delayed Onset of La Nina: Impacts on India’s Weather and Monsoon Patterns Sub: Geo Sec: Climatology Why in News: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has reported that La Niña, a critical climate phenomenon known to influence India’s monsoon, is delayed this year. This delay comes after initial predictions suggested an earlier onset. The […]
New Treatment Regimen for Multidrug-Resistant TB Approved by Centre Sub: Sci Sec: Health Why in News The Union Health Ministry of India has recently approved the introduction of a new treatment regimen for multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB). This decision is part of India’s ongoing efforts to eliminate tuberculosis by 2025, ahead of the global […]
NTCA letter to expedite forest relocation from tiger zones draws activist ire Sub: Env Sec: Env legislation NTCA’s Request for Village Relocation in Tiger Zones: NTCA asked 19 States to prioritise relocating villagers from core tiger zones, sparking protests from activists and organisations. NTCA highlighted that 591 villages with 64,801 families still reside […]
Comparison of Israel and Iran’s defense systems and missiles Subject: IR Section: In the Iran is ranked 14th, followed by Israel in 17th place. Aspect Israel Iran Air Force Modern, includes F-35s Aging fleet of Cold war era(F-14 Tomcats, Mikoyan MiG-29s) Air Defense Advanced, e.g. Iron Dome, Patriot, and Arrow system. Less sophisticated […]
Can Kerala Access Funds from the Loss and Damage Fund? Sub : Env Sec: Convention Why This is in News Kerala recently faced devastating landslides in Wayanad district, sparking discussions about whether subnational entities like states or local communities can access financial compensation from the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC)’s […]