Why in the News? In August 2024, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposed stringent regulations on peer-to-peer (P2P) lending platforms, leading to a sharp decline in the sector’s assets under management (AUM) by 35%, from approximately ₹10,000 crore to ₹6,500 crore. While P2P platforms aim to connect lenders and borrowers without directly involving themselves […]
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Why in the News? The Indian government has announced the implementation of the G20 Pandemic Fund, a financial initiative aimed at strengthening “animal health security” across the country. The fund’s goal is to mitigate risks associated with zoonotic diseases—illnesses transmitted from animals to humans. Key Areas Covered in Today’s Article: G20 Pandemic Fund (Objectives, Structure,
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Why Right to Die in the News? The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has issued draft guidelines to implement the Supreme Court’s 2018 and 2023 rulings regarding the right to die with dignity, aiming to provide a clear process for the withdrawal of life support for terminally ill patients. These guidelines establish a standardized
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Why in the News? The government has recently raised the maximum loan limit under the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) from Rs 10 lakh to Rs 20 lakh, introducing a new ‘Tarun Plus’ category to support emerging entrepreneurs in scaling their businesses. This increase aims to empower entrepreneurs, contributing to the scheme’s mission of “funding
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Why in the News? During a three-day visit to India, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to strengthen ties across various sectors, emphasizing strategic partnerships, easing visas for skilled workers, and fostering collaboration. Both leaders co-chaired the seventh round of India-Germany Intergovernmental Consultations (IGC), marking a notable milestone in India-Germany
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Introduction The advancements in space technology have undergone remarkable transformations, with a shift from disposable rockets to reusable spacecraft. Pioneering private companies, such as SpaceX, are leading this revolution, significantly lowering the cost of space travel and expanding the scope of exploration. As countries like India advance their space ambitions through agencies like ISRO and
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Tags: GS Paper – 3 Sustainable Development Climate Change Current Events of National/International Importance Key Concepts for Prelims: Extratropical and Tropical Regions Pyromes Effects of Climate Change Carbon Emissions Greenhouse Gases Carbon Market Carbon Credits CO2 Key Concepts for Mains: Impact of Forest Fires on Climate Change Regional Variations in Fire Dynamics Policy Implications for
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Tags: GS Paper – 1 Physical Geography Cyclone Important Geophysical Phenomena GS Paper – 3 Disaster Management For Prelims: Cyclone Dana, Bhitarkanika National Park, Storm Surges, North Indian Ocean Region, Monsoon, Atmosphere, Cumulonimbus Clouds, Madden Julian Oscillation (MJO), World Meteorological Organization (WMO), Building Code, Cyclone Warning System, Mangroves. For Mains: Formation of Cyclones, Cyclone Disaster
GS Paper 3: Science and Technology Context: Recently, a company based in Hyderabad successfully delivered two satellites, each weighing approximately 400 kg, to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). These satellites will be integral to the upcoming Space Docking Experiment (SPADEX), scheduled for later this year. This experiment marks a significant milestone for ISRO in
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GS Paper 3: Science and Technology Why in the News? One individual has died, and ten others have been hospitalised in the U.S. due to an E. coli infection linked to McDonald’s burgers. Table of Contents What is E. coli? E. coli Symptoms How is E. coli Transmitted? How is E. coli Infection Treated? What
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