MoMSME Introduces Three Sub-Schemes Under RAMP Programme
Context: Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MoMSME) has launched three sub-schemes under the RAMP programme, aimed at bolstering the MSME sector in India. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Sub-schemes Unveiled in RAMP Programme MSME Green Investment and Financing for Transformation Scheme (MSME GIFT Scheme): MSE Scheme for Promotion and […]
Unlock the Potential of Manufacturing Sector
Context: India’s growth outlook has seen a remarkable upswing, primarily propelled by a robust 10.4 percent expansion in its manufacturing sector in October, marking a stark contrast to the discouraging -5.8 percent growth observed a year ago. Despite a challenging global landscape marked by geopolitical tensions, persistent inflation, and volatile demand, India’s manufacturing sector exhibited […]
The Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme (IFWCS)
Context: Amid rising international concerns on deforestation and illicit trade in timber, the Government of India has launched its own national forest certification scheme – The Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme (IFWCS). Relevance: GS II: government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme (IFWCS): IFWCS aims to provide certification for […]
The Telecommunications Bill 2023
Context: The nearing enactment of the Telecommunications Bill, 2023, brings the Union government closer to its longstanding goal of consolidating regulations for wireless networks and Internet service providers. Relevance: GS- 2 Government Policies & Interventions GS- 3 Mains Question: With reference to the recent Telecommunications Bill, 2023, discuss how it aims to regulate the telecom […]
National Geoscience Data Repository Portal
Context: The Union Ministry of Mines is to launch the National Geoscience Data Repository (NGDR) Portal on 19th December 2023 in a ceremony in New Delhi. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: National Geoscience Data Repository Portal: Geological Survey of India (GSI):
What are e-Cigarettes?
Context: Recently, the World Health Organization (WHO) has urged governments to treat e-cigarettes similarly to tobacco and ban all flavors, threatening cigarette companies’ bets on smoking alternatives. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: What are e-Cigarettes? Concerns Raised by WHO Regarding e-Cigarettes Recruitment and Trapping of Youth Alarming Trends in Specific Regions Health Risks […]
Logistics Ease Across Different States 2023 Report
Context: As many as 11 States and two UTs have been named as ‘Achievers’ in the LEADS [Logistics Ease Across Different States] 2023 report released by the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoC&I). Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Aricle: Logistics Market in India: Need for a Holistic Logistics Policy […]
About Bharat NCAP
Context: The first round of crash testing of the cars under the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat NCAP) has been successfully completed recently. Relevance: GS II- Governance Dimensions of the Article: About Bharat NCAP Feature: Significance -Source: Times of India
New Post Office Bill 2023
Context: The Post Office Bill, 2023, recently passed in the Rajya Sabha, is now under consideration in the Lok Sabha. The bill aims to repeal the long-standing Indian Post Office Act of 1898. Relevance: GS II: Government Policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: New Post Office Bill (2023): Need for Legislative Update: Interception Powers […]
Safeguarding Unorganised Labour and Migrant Workers’ Children
Context: The Ministry of Labour & Employment outlines measures and welfare facilities for unorganised labour and migrant workers’ children in a response to the Rajya Sabha. Relevance: GS II: Government policies and Interventions Dimensions of the Article: Initiatives for Unorganised Labour: Life and Disability Cover: Health and Maternity Benefits: Old Age Protection: Welfare Facilities for […]