Understanding the WTO’s Agreement on Agriculture (AoA)
Context: The US and Australia have contended that India has provided sugarcane subsidy beyond the limits set out in the WTO’s Agreement on Agriculture (AoA), which may have distorted global trade. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Understanding the WTO’s Agreement on Agriculture (AoA): Three Pillars of the AoA: Domestic Support: Market […]
RBI Imposes Restrictions on Kotak Mahindra Bank
Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has prohibited Kotak Mahindra Bank (KMB) from acquiring new customers through its online and mobile banking platforms and issuing new credit cards. Existing customers, however, will continue to receive these services. Relevance: GS III: Indian Economy Dimensions of the Article: Factors Leading to Reserve Bank of India Restrictions: […]
India Meteorological Department Warns of Severe Heatwave Conditions
Context: The India Meteorological Department has issued warnings about severe heatwave conditions impacting large parts of eastern India and the Gangetic Plain, following the waning phase of the strong El Niño of 2023. This underscores the complexity of assessing the impact of global warming on local weather patterns, with the presence of anticyclones intensifying the […]
Current Affairs 09 May 2024
Contents: Orangutan diplomacy Context: Malaysia has planned to introduce Orangutan diplomacy Relevance: GS II- International Relations Dimensions of the Article: What is Orangutan diplomacy: About Orangutans: How important is palm oil to global supply chains? Criticism of Oil palm industry: Advantages: -Source; The Hindu Countries contend India’s sugarcane subsidy Context: Recently, the U.S. and Australia […]
Giving Primacy to Human Development
Context: The concept of development has become a central theme for political parties during elections. Reflecting on the accomplishments of recent years, as depicted in the Human Development Report, highlights the challenges ahead and underscores the necessity for a well-defined strategy to embark on a prolonged journey. Relevance: GS2- GS3- Inclusive Growth Mains Question: Given […]
Debt Owed by South Asian Nations to China Hits Record Levels
Context: The indebtedness of various nations, particularly in South Asia and Africa, to China has surged in recent years. China stands out as the primary or predominant creditor for most of these countries, meaning they owe a significant portion of their external debt to China alone. Relevance: GS2- Mains Question: China’s debt-trap policy raises significant concerns, not only for smaller […]
International Thalassemia Day 2024
Focus: GS II- Health Why in News? International Thalassemia Day is a global healthcare event commemorated every year on May 8th to raise awareness on Thalassemia among the masses. About Thalassemia: Importance of preventive screening and awareness:
Initiative to Enhance Indigenous Content In Shipbuilding
Focus: GS-2- Government Policies and Interventions GS-3: Growth and Development, Infrastructure Why in News? The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Jindal Steel & Power (JSP) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the supply of indigenous marine grade steel to enhance the indigenous content in shipbuilding. The initiative aims to foster indigenisation, enhance capabilities […]
History of India and Nepal’s border issue
Introduction: The border dispute between India and Nepal has been a longstanding issue, marked by historical, political, and territorial complexities. The recent decision by Nepal’s cabinet to include a map depicting certain Indian territories on its currency note has reignited tensions and raised questions about the trajectory of bilateral relations. In this blog, we delve […]
Maharashtra To Translocate Tigers to Sahyadri Reserve
Introduction: Maharashtra’s Western Ghats host the Sahyadri Tiger Reserve (STR), a critical habitat for the region’s dwindling tiger population. To bolster tiger numbers, the state government plans to translocate tigers from the Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR) in Chandrapur district. However, the success of this endeavor hinges on securing the Sahyadri-Konkan wildlife corridor, which connects STR […]