Centralised farmer database under ‘AgriStack’
Context: The Union government’s new exercise to give agriculture a shot of technology — by creating a centralised farmer database under ‘AgriStack’— may not run a smooth course. Relevance: GS-III: Science and Technology (Use of Developments in Science and Technology), GS-III: Agriculture (Use of Technology to aid farmers and agriculture) Dimensions of the Article: About […]
“The India Story” booklet on India’s energy transition
Context: Union Minister of State Power, New and Renewable Energy launched “The India Story” booklet which is a compilation of Indian initiatives that are shaping India’s energy transition. Relevance: GS-III: Industry and Infrastructure (Energy Security, Renewable energy, Energy Sources and Infrastructure, Government Schemes and Initiatives) Dimensions of the Article: Highlights – Statements made during the […]
Why only some bacteria develop multi-drug resistance?
Context: A recent study subjected E. coli to fluctuating and steady environments, noting their evolutionary response in order to understand why some bacteria evolve multi-drug resistance while others do not. Relevance: GS-III: Science and Technology Dimensions of the Article: What is Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)? What is Multi drug resistance? Findings of the recent study on […]
India, Greece call for respect of territorial integrity
Context: India and Greece have held discussions over the situation in Cyprus during the visit of External Affairs Minister to Athens. The Ministry of External Affairs said both sides emphasised upon respect of sovereignty and territorial integrity by all members of the international community. Relevance: GS-II: International Relations (Important Foreign Policies and Developments affecting India’s […]
28th June 2021 Current Affairs Quiz
PIB 28th June 2021
NASHA MUKT BHARAT ABHIYAAN Focus: GS II- Social Justice Why in News? Minister for Social Justice & Empowerment launched the website for the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) on the occasion of International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. Key Facts To strengthen Indian determination against drug abuse in any form. To send a message to the […]
28th June Static Quiz 2021 (Polity)
Editorials/Opinions Analyses for UPSC – 26 June 2021
Contents Higher thresholds for Small and Medium Companies The rural economy can jump-start a revival Higher thresholds for Small and Medium Companies Context: The Corporate Affairs Ministry has expanded the turnover and borrowing thresholds for Small and Medium sized Companies (SMC), allowing a larger number of firms to benefit from reporting exemptions under accounting norms. […]
Higher thresholds for Small and Medium Companies
Context: The Corporate Affairs Ministry has expanded the turnover and borrowing thresholds for Small and Medium sized Companies (SMC), allowing a larger number of firms to benefit from reporting exemptions under accounting norms. Relevance: GS-III: Indian Economy (Growth and Development of Indian Economy), GS-III: Industry and Infrastructure Dimensions of the Article: Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, […]
The rural economy can jump-start a revival
Context: The second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic could be slowly receding with the economy also very gradually getting back to normal. However, the challenge of an economic recovery is far more serious than the health pandemic despite official claims of there being an economic recovery. Relevance: GS-III: Indian Economy (Growth and Development of Indian […]