About Must Read News Articles: Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers The Hindu newspaper. This saves the time and effort of students in identifying useful and important articles. With newspaper websites requiring a paid subscription beyond a… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles – August 24th, 2023
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[Yojana August 2023 Summary] Integrated approach for holistic well-being – Explained, pointwise
For 7 PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction India’s healthcare landscape witnessed a remarkable transformation since the last decade as the Government focused on assured universal healthcare for all. Following the philosophy of Antyodaya- leaving no one behind and providing services to the last person in the queue, the government has emphasized improvement of public health facilities… Continue reading [Yojana August 2023 Summary] Integrated approach for holistic well-being – Explained, pointwise
Must Read Current Affairs Articles – August 23rd, 2023
About Must Read News Articles: Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers The Hindu newspaper. This saves the time and effort of students in identifying useful and important articles. With newspaper websites requiring a paid subscription beyond a… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles – August 23rd, 2023
Drug Abuse in India: Explained, pointwise
For 7 PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Recently, an investigation by Indian Express has revealed that a epidemic of drug addiction, mostly affecting young men, is sweeping across Kashmir. Drug abuse is a significant social and health issue in India. India’s diverse population, large youth demographic, and economic disparities contribute to the complex nature of drug… Continue reading Drug Abuse in India: Explained, pointwise
Must Read Current Affairs Articles – August 19th, 2023
About Must Read News Articles: Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers The Hindu newspaper. This saves the time and effort of students in identifying useful and important articles. With newspaper websites requiring a paid subscription beyond a… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles – August 19th, 2023
Handbook on Combating Gender Stereotypes: Explained, pointwise
For 7 PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Recently, the Supreme Court has issued a first-of-its-kind handbook on combating gender stereotypes. The 30-page Handbook on Combating Gender Stereotypes aims to free the judiciary and the legal community from the mechanical application of gender stereotypical language in judgments, orders, and court pleadings. About the Handbook on Combating Gender… Continue reading Handbook on Combating Gender Stereotypes: Explained, pointwise
Import restrictions: Explained, pointwise
For 7 PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The government has recently imposed restrictions on the import of laptops, tablets, and personal computers. According to a notice issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade, the import of electronic goods falling under HSN 8471 (a category) will now be classified as “Restricted,” allowing imports only against valid… Continue reading Import restrictions: Explained, pointwise
E20 blending: Explained, pointwise
For 7 PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Currently, a 10 per cent ethanol blend with petrol (E10) is available in India. The National Policy on Biofuels 2018, set an indicative target of 20% ethanol blending (E20) under the Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Program by 2030. However, in 2021, the deadline was preponed to 2025-26 after the… Continue reading E20 blending: Explained, pointwise
Indian Institute of Management (Amendment) Bill, 2023: Explained, pointwise
For 7 PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Recently, the Indian Institute of Management (Amendment) Bill, 2023 was introduced in Lok Sabha. The Bill comes six years after the IIM Act, 2017 which declared the 20 IIMs across the country as “institutions of national importance” and conferred them with greater autonomy in both administration and academic functioning.… Continue reading Indian Institute of Management (Amendment) Bill, 2023: Explained, pointwise
16th Finance Commission: Explained, pointwise
For 7 PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The 16th Finance Commission is due to be set up shortly to determine how much of the Centre’s tax revenue should be given away to States (the vertical share) and how to distribute that among States (the horizontal sharing formula). Many critical changes have taken place since the constitution… Continue reading 16th Finance Commission: Explained, pointwise
Must Read Current Affairs Articles – August 1st, 2023
About Must Read News Articles: Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers The Hindu newspaper. This saves the time and effort of students in identifying useful and important articles. With newspaper websites requiring a paid subscription beyond a… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles – August 1st, 2023
Standing Committee on Statistics (SCoS): Explained, pointwise
For 7 PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation has formed a new Standing Committee on Statistics (SCoS) to advise on official data generated by the National Statistical Office (NSO). This panel will be chaired by former National Statistical Commission chief and India’s first Chief Statistician Pronab Sen. The new panel… Continue reading Standing Committee on Statistics (SCoS): Explained, pointwise
Must Read Current Affairs Articles – July 11th, 2023
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Seven products from Uttar Pradesh get Geographical Indication tag
Source: The post is based on the article “Seven products from Uttar Pradesh get Geographical Indication tag” published in The Hindu on 28th June 2023. What is the News? The Geographical Indications Registry in Chennai has given tags to seven different products from Uttar Pradesh. Which Seven products from Uttar Pradesh got Geographical Indication tag? … Continue reading Seven products from Uttar Pradesh get Geographical Indication tag
Will the Indian Ocean Dipole save the monsoon?”
Source: The post is based on the article “Will the Indian Ocean Dipole save the monsoon?” published in “The Times of India” on 29th June 2023. Syllabus: GS 1 – Indian geography News: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a normal monsoon despite forecasts of an El Nino event. El Nino typically leads to… Continue reading Will the Indian Ocean Dipole save the monsoon?”
Private, unlimited – Indo-US tech deals expand scope for private sector
Source: The post is based on the article “Private, unlimited” published in “Business Standard” on 29th June 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India. News: Indo-US tech deals signed during Prime Minister Modi’s state visit to the US appear to primarily benefit the government sector, but they have… Continue reading Private, unlimited – Indo-US tech deals expand scope for private sector
Central bank credibility is key to achieving a Goldilocks economy
Source: The post is based on the article “Central bank credibility is key to achieving a Goldilocks economy” published in “Mint” on 29th June 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Indian Economy News: To uphold its credibility, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) should strive to achieve its 4 percent inflation target while accurately estimating India’s real… Continue reading Central bank credibility is key to achieving a Goldilocks economy
Volatility in Tomato, Onion and Potato (TOP) prices and its implications for India – Explained, pointwise
For 7 PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Addressing price volatility in the Tomato, Onion, and Potato (TOP) commodities has become a pressing issue in India. These essential food items experience significant price fluctuations throughout the year due to factors like climate change, monsoons, pest attacks, and supply-demand dynamics. This instability not only has a substantial impact… Continue reading Volatility in Tomato, Onion and Potato (TOP) prices and its implications for India – Explained, pointwise
