Best UPSC Coaching
Best UPSC Coaching
INDIA OFFERED SUGARCANE SOP VASTLY IN EXCESS OF WTO LIMITS: US AND AUSTRALIA The Agreement on Agriculture (AoA) is a global treaty instituted by the World Trade Organization (WTO) as part of the Uruguay Round negotiations under the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT). It aims to remove trade barriers, promote transparent market access,
INDIAN SPACE SITUATIONAL ASSESSMENT REPORT (ISSAR) 2023 The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) released the Indian Space Situational Assessment Report (ISSAR) for 2023. This report provides a detailed overview of India's space assets and their vulnerability to potential collisions in space. Space Object Population: Globally, 3,143 objects were added to space in 2023 from 212
ADOPTING A TRANSFORMATIVE VISION FOR MEDIATION TOPIC: (GS2) POLITY AND GOVERNANCE – SOURCE: THE HINDU The Mediation Act of 2023 marks a significant shift in India's legal landscape. Recognizing the limitations of traditional litigation, this act actively promotes mediation as a key tool for resolving disputes. By establishing a framework for pre-litigation, court-annexed, online, and
WORLD BANK'S "RECIPE FOR A LIVABLE PLANET" REPORT The World Bank's "Recipe for a Livable Planet" report provides a comprehensive framework for addressing the impact of the agrifood system on climate change. It emphasizes the urgent need for global action to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from food production while ensuring food security. Key Highlights
THE SOCIO-ECOLOGICAL EFFECTS OF LPG PRICE HIKES Recent study highlighting heavy reliance on fuelwood in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal, despite government efforts to promote Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), highlights the challenges of transitioning to cleaner cooking fuels in rural areas. The high prices of LPG, coupled with environmental concerns associated with fuelwood usage, call for accessible
NAVIGATING INDIA’S TRANSITION TO SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING PwC India, a professional services network, recently released a report titled 'Navigating India's Transition to Sustainability', focusing on sustainability efforts among leading Indian companies. The report analyzes how companies are adapting to the Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) disclosures mandated by the Securities and Exchange Board of India
STRONGLY REFUTE ALLEGATIONS LEVELLED IN AUSTRALIA PANEL REPORT ON CHILD LABOUR: COMMERCE MINISTRY Recent allegations by Australia's Joint Standing Committee on Trade and Investment Growth regarding child labour in India amidst negotiations for the Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA) have sparked controversy. The Australian panel's report cited concerns raised by groups such as the Community
MORE SOLAR STORMS BREWING AFTER LAST WEEK’S AURORAE AS SUN ‘WAKES UP’ TOPIC: (GS3) SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY – SOURCE: THE HINDU On May 10, a significant solar storm occurred, triggered by sunspot AR 3664, which unleashed three coronal mass ejections towards Earth. Solar storms and the stunning aurorae they create are a source of wonder
PARLIAMENT AN UNSAFE WORKPLACE DUE TO SEXUAL MISCONDUCT BY MPS, SAY UNIONS The recent cases of alleged sexual harassment involving Members of Parliament (MPs), Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs), and government employees have highlighted a concerning issue: the criminalization of politics. This phenomenon raises significant ethical questions about moral responsibility and professional ethics. What Does
NEW UN REPORT CALLS FOR TRILLIONS MORE IN DEVELOPMENT INVESTMENT TO RESCUE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS The United Nations (UN) recently released a report highlighting the urgent need for increased investment to achieve the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. Staggering debt burdens and high borrowing costs faced by developing countries hinder their ability to
STATE OF EMPLOYMENT IN INDIA India has witnessed a significant surge in employment over recent years, generating over 80 million additional jobs between 2017-18 and 2022-23. This rapid growth has sparked discussions about its underlying causes and the sustainability of this trend. Key Trends in Employment Growth: Historical Growth: Analysis of NSSO data from 1983
SMART CITIES MISSION The Smart Cities Mission (SCM) is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme launched by the Government of India in June 2015. The mission aims to transform 100 cities across the country to enhance the quality of life for citizens through sustainable and inclusive development, leveraging advanced technologies. The mission's deadline, initially set for 2020,