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Curbs imposed on temple jathra in Bandipur Sub : Env Sec: Protected Areas Context: The annual jathra of Beladakuppe Sri Mahadeshwaraswamy Temple, located in the core area of Bandipur Tiger Reserve, will face several restrictions this year to minimize the impact on the wildlife habitat. Measures Imposed by the Forest Department: Transportation: Private […]
Supreme Court Allows Telecom Companies to Claim CENVAT Credit on Mobile Towers and Shelters Sub: Eco Sec: Fiscal policy Why in News The Supreme Court recently delivered a significant judgment in favour of telecom companies, allowing them to claim Central Value Added Tax (CENVAT) credit for mobile towers and pre-fabricated shelters. This decision […]
Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) Urges India Inc to Move Beyond Weak Currency Reliance Sub : Eco Sec : External sector Avoid Over-Reliance on Weak Currency: Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) stressed that weak currency should not be relied upon as the primary means to boost exports. Weak currency may temporarily make exports cheaper, but […]
Should Package Foods Carry Nutritional Labels? A Call for Clearer Standards in India Sub : Sci Sec : Health Why in News A recent report by the Access to Nutrition Initiative (ATNi) highlights the disparities in the healthiness of packaged foods across different global markets. The report has brought attention to the lack […]
Russia fires nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile at Ukraine for first time Sub : Sci Sec : Defence Context: In yet another sign of the escalation of Russia- Ukraine conflict, which has been going on for over 1,000 days, Russia on Thursday fired an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) at Ukraine for the first time. This is […]
What happens during the exposition of sacred relics of Saint Francis Xavier in Goa Sub : History Sec : Medieval History Context: The 18th Decennial Exposition of the sacred relics of Francis Xavier, the patron saint of Goa, begins on November 21, 2024, and will continue till January 5, 2025. The event attracts […]
What is Russia’s nuclear doctrine, newly updated by Vladimir Putin? Sub : IR Sec: Places in news Context: Russian President Vladimir Putin recently updated Russia’s nuclear doctrine, replacing the 2020 doctrine, signalling a shift in its nuclear weapons policy. The new policy lowers the threshold for the use of nuclear weapons and introduces […]
How does PM Vidyalaxmi differ from other schemes? Sub: Schemes Sec: Education Context: Recently, the Union Cabinet approved the PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme, a Central Sector Scheme aimed at providing financial support to meritorious students applying for higher education. About PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme: It is a Central Sector Scheme that offers collateral-free and guarantor-free […]
Genetically Modified Crops: Balancing Food Security and Environmental Impact Sub : Sci Sec : Biotech Why in News Recent discussions on genetically modified (GM) crops have gained attention due to their potential to combat global hunger while also raising concerns over long-term environmental and health impacts. A new study published in science has […]
Europe farm crisis: British farmers latest to protest against slew of measures including inheritance tax Sub : IR Sec : Places in news Farmers Protest in Britain Against New Tax Policies Farmers are protesting what they call “anti-farmer” policies. The issue centres on changes to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) in the inheritance tax […]