CORE SECTOR GROWTH
Why in news? Eight core industries recorded a 2.2 per cent growth in January helped by expansion in the production of coal, refinery products and electricity Details: It contains index, production and growth of Eight Core Industries. Eight Core Industries are Electricity , steel, refinery products, crude oil, coal, cement, natural gas and fertilizers. The […]
GOVERNMENT TO MOVE CUT CROP COVER PREMIUM
Why in news? Recently the Centre has decided to reduce its subsidy share in the case of high premium crops in PMFBY Details: The scheme, which has so far been mandatory for farmers with crop loans, is becoming optional from April and is expected to see a 30% drop in enrolment Centre had capped its […]
NATIONAL INVESTIGATION AGENCY – ARRESTS ONE IN PULWAMA
Why in news? NIA has arrested a person in relation to Pulwama case Details The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is a state agency established by the Indian Government to combat terror in India. It acts as the Central Counter Terrorism Law Enforcement Agency. The agency is empowered to deal with terror related crimes across states […]