PIB Summaries 15 June 2024
CONTENTS Electronic Transfer of Duty Drawback Funds Context: Recently, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has decided to electronically transfer duty drawback funds via the Public Finance Management System (PFMS) directly to exporters’ bank accounts to ensure transparency and efficiency. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Duty Drawback: Significance […]
Static Quiz 15 June 2024 (Indian Economy)
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 15 June 2024
CONTENTS AI’s Influence on India’s E-Commerce Industry Context: In the dynamic realm of Indian e-commerce, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a game-changer, fundamentally transforming the industry. AI’s integration has led to personalized shopping experiences and streamlined logistics, establishing itself as a vital component for online retailers in India. Its impact is multifaceted, affecting businesses, […]
Representation of Women in the New Indian Cabinet
Context: Of the 30 Union ministers in the newly formed Indian cabinet, only two are women. Overall, the number of ministers in the central council has reduced from 10 in the previous government to seven. Relevance: Facts for Prelims About the Report: Findings: -Source: Down To Earth
About Nagarahole Tiger Reserve
Context: An elephant that was part of the historic Mysuru Dasara celebrations died of electrocution near Karnataka’s Nagarahole Tiger Reserve recently. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology About Nagarahole Tiger Reserve: -Source: Indian Express
About Kala Azar
Context: In the wake of the rising public health threat caused by the parasitic infection visceral leishmaniasis (VL),(kala-azar), the WHO launched a new framework to guide health authorities, policymakers and other stakeholders to eradicate the disease in eastern Africa. Relevance: GS III- Health, Prelims Dimensions of the Article: About Kala Azar There are three types of […]
New Non-Permanent Members of UNSC
Context: Recently, Pakistan, Somalia, Denmark, Greece, and Panama have been chosen as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council (UNSC), serving a 2-year term from 1st January 2025 to 31st December 2026. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: How are new members elected to the UNSC? United Nations Security Council Membership Functions […]
Rising Nitrous Oxide Emissions
Context: According to a new study by the Global Carbon Project (GCP) titled “Global Nitrous Oxide Budget (1980-2020),” nitrous oxide emissions have been rising continuously between 1980 and 2020. The study found that in 2021 and 2022, nitrous oxide was released into the air faster than ever before, despite the need to cut greenhouse gases […]
Satnami Community Protest Escalates in Chhattisgarh
Context: A huge mob from the Satnami community torched dozens of vehicles, pelted police personnel with stones, and set afire the Superintendent of Police office building in Chhattisgarh’s Baloda Bazar district. The protesters were dissatisfied with the police’s handling of a case involving the desecration of a ‘Jaitkhamb’, a structure of sacred importance to the […]
Enhanced Oceanographic Research Needed to Address Ocean Crises
Context: Recently, the UNESCO State of Ocean Report 2024 highlighted the need for enhanced oceanographic research and data collection to address escalating ocean crises, including warming, acidification, deoxygenation, and rising sea levels. Relevance: GS III: Environment and Ecology Dimensions of the Article: Key Findings of the State of Ocean Report 2024: Data and Research Gap: […]