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Why in News ? Pm Modi recently attended the meeting of CARICOM. About It : CARICOM, short for the Caribbean Community, is a regional organization of Caribbean nations aimed at fostering economic integration, cooperation, and coordinated policy initiatives among its member states. It was established to strengthen unity and collaboration among small island developing states […]

Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) is a government-owned enterprise under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). Established in 2011, it plays a key role in promoting renewable energy, particularly solar energy, in India. SECI is pivotal in achieving India’s ambitious renewable energy targets and fostering […]

Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD): What is Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD)? It  refers to the process of removing sulfur dioxide (SO₂) from the exhaust gases produced by burning fossil fuels in power plants, industrial facilities, and other combustion processes. It is a key technology used to control air pollution, particularly to comply with stringent emissions regulations. […]

Judicial reform in India: Challenges  & Way forwards Responsive Judicial System: Article published in Indian express: 22 Nov,2024 Exactly one year ago, the Supreme Court’s Centre for Research and Planning (CRP) published a report, ‘State of the Judiciary’, in which the current Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna’s suggestions find a place. What are […]

Why India Needs an Environmental Health Regulatory Agency India is facing increasing environmental degradation and its adverse impact on public health. A dedicated Environmental Health Regulatory Agency (EHRA) can address these challenges by linking environmental issues directly to public health outcomes and ensuring coordinated action. Significance of an Environmental Health Regulatory Agency Integrated Approach to […]

Private investment was lacklustre as reflected in sequentially lower investment in fixed and non-current assets during July-September 2024 on account of subdued corporate earnings, the bulletin said  Key Points: The November 2024 RBI Bulletin highlights a recovery in private consumption, driven by increased rural demand and resilient urban spending. Sectors such as FMCG, automobiles, and […]

Gender Responsive Budgeting (GRB): Gender Equality & Challenges before India India struggles with limited effectiveness of its gender responsive budgeting: UN Report The Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action was adopted by countries across the world in 1995 as a framework for advancing gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls.  What report said […]

Why in News? The G20 Summit 2024, held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, under the presidency of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva Key Focused areas: It focused on critical global issues with mixed outcomes. Climate Change: Despite high expectations, no significant breakthroughs were achieved. Leaders acknowledged the need to scale up climate finance from billions […]

The Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS): Why in News ? The USA has recently allowed Kyiv to use the Army Tactical Missile System, also known as ATACMS, inside Russia. What is ATACMS? The Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) is a surface-to-surface missile developed by the United States. It is designed to provide long-range precision strikes […]

The Storm Shadow is a long-range air-launched cruise missile developed by MBDA, a European defense contractor. It is designed for precision strikes against high-value, well-protected targets such as bunkers, air defense systems, command centers, and infrastructure. The missile is primarily used by the Royal Air Force (RAF) of the United Kingdom, the French Air Force, […]