DPN Topics
India’s Position on Cryptocurrency Regulation Sub : Eco Sec :Capital market Current Stance of the Government Despite the global surge in Bitcoin’s popularity, there are no immediate plans to introduce comprehensive cryptocurrency regulations in India. Global and Domestic Context Bitcoin’s Growth: Post the U.S. presidential election, Bitcoin has surged, hitting $1,06,000, marking a […]
Why SEBI might introduce changes to SME IPOs Sub : Eco Sec :Capital market Background and Rationale for Norm Overhaul Concerns Raised by SEBI: Instances of price manipulation, fund diversion to shell companies, and fraudulent financial transactions. Lack of adequate checks and balances due to limited participation of private equity and sophisticated investors. […]
Parliamentary Standing Committee Recommends Statutory MSP to Alleviate Farmer Distress Sub : Eco Sec : Agri Committee advocates for Legally Guaranteed MSP: The committee advocates for legally binding Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for crops. This measure is seen as essential to safeguard farmers’ livelihoods, promote rural economic growth, and enhance national food security. […]
Labour committee asks Centre to increase minimum PF pension Sub : Schemes Sec : Economy Context: The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Labour, led by Basavaraj Bommai, has recommended an increase in the minimum pension provided by the Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) under the Employees Pension Scheme (EPS). This recommendation was made after […]
In interim order, SC says T.M. Krishna should not be recognised as recipient of M.S. Subbulakshmi award Sub : History Sec: Art and culture Context: The Supreme Court issued an interim order preventing Carnatic vocalist T.M. Krishna from being recognized as the recipient of The Hindu-Sangita Kalanidhi M.S. Subbulakshmi Award. About the case: […]
Review of studies shows Indus Valley, other ancient societies in South Asia were able to develop resilience to climate change Sub : History Sec: Ancient History Context: A recent review of scientific studies highlights how ancient societies in South Asia, particularly the Indus Valley Civilisation, developed resilience to climate change over the past […]
If India does have a claim on chess invention, its ancient elephant corps have a part to play Sub: History Sec : Art and culture Context: Gukesh D’s recent victory over Ding Liren, making him the youngest chess grandmaster and reigning world champion, has once again brought attention to India’s historical ties with […]
New Insights into Aerosol Chemistry and Air Quality in Extreme Winters Sub: Env Sec : Pollution Why in News A recent study by researchers from the University of Alaska Fairbanks and the Georgia Institute of Technology has uncovered a new chemical pathway responsible for worsening air quality during harsh winters. Contrasting Air Quality: […]
BJP Demands Return of Jawaharlal Nehru’s Letters as National Heritage Sub : History Sec : Modern history Why in News The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has called for the return of a significant collection of letters written by India’s first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, which were reportedly shifted to the residence of former […]
Impact of La Niña on India’s Climate Sub: Geo Sec: Climatology Why in News The India Meteorological Department (IMD) anticipates the emergence of a La Niña phase by late 2024 or early 2025. A delay in the La Niña onset is expected to influence India’s winters, summers, and subsequent monsoon patterns. What is […]