Highlights of the German Chancellor’s Visit to India
Context: On his three-day visit to India, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz met the Indian PM, focusing on strategic partnerships, visas for skilled workers, and mutual cooperation. Modi and Scholz also co-chaired the seventh round of India-Germany Intergovernmental Consultations. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the German Chancellor’s Visit to […]
About The Microfinance Institutions
Context: Recently, the Financial Services Secretary, while highlighting the crucial role of microfinance institutions (MFIs) in fostering financial inclusion, emphasised that they must avoid reckless lending despite their role in promoting financial inclusion. Relevance: GS-III: Indian Economy (Growth and Development of Indian Economy, Banking Sector) Dimensions of the Article: What are Micro Finance Institutions (MFIs)? History of Microfinance Microfinance in India […]
Editorials/Opinions Analysis For UPSC 28 October 2024
Contents : Sustainability Science for FMCGs in India: Context: Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) and BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment, and Employment) policy highlights a commitment to encourage academia-industry partnerships aimed at developing sustainable, bio-based alternatives. especially within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector. Relevance: GS 3 ( Environment ) Practice question: Examine the impact […]
Current Affairs Quiz 28 October 2024
Current Affairs 28 October 2024
CONTENTS Microfinance Institutions Context: Recently, the Financial Services Secretary, while highlighting the crucial role of microfinance institutions (MFIs) in fostering financial inclusion, emphasised that they must avoid reckless lending despite their role in promoting financial inclusion. Relevance: GS-III: Indian Economy (Growth and Development of Indian Economy, Banking Sector) Dimensions of the Article: What are Micro Finance Institutions (MFIs)? History of Microfinance […]
PIB Summaries 28 October 2024
CONTENTS G20 Pandemic Fund Context: The Central Government will implement the G20 Pandemic Fund, which is aimed at enhancing the country’s “animal health security”. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: G20 Pandemic Fund Understanding Zoonotic Diseases Examples: Global Health Security Index (GHSI) Insights
Static Quiz 28 October 2024 (Geography)
Current Affairs Quiz 26 October 2024
Current Affairs 26 October 2024
CONTENTS India Boosts Space Start-ups with Rs 1,000-Crore VC Fund Context: The Union Cabinet has approved a significant initiative, setting up a Rs 1,000-crore venture capital fund under the aegis of IN-SPACe. This fund is designed to support approximately 40 space start-ups over the next five years, aiming to catalyze private investment and spur innovation […]
PIB Summaries 26 October 2024
CONTENTS Mission Karmayogi Context: Recently, the PM inaugurated the National Learning Week (NLW), marking a new chapter in civil service capacity building under the Mission Karmayogi initiative. Relevance: GS-II Social Justice, Governance Dimensions of the Article: About Mission Karmayogi – National Program for Civil Services Capacity Building (NPCSCB) The Framework of NPCSCB Salient Features Core Guiding Principles […]