Farmers in many States of rice production are switching to the direct-seeding of rice (DSR) method due to the rains being delayed and the difficulty in finding labor. The method has seen both success and failure around the country. Read here to learn more about DSR. The majority of the rice grown … [Read more...] about Direct Seeding of Rice
Archives for 2023
Purana Qila Complex: The Grand Old Fort of Delhi
In Delhi's Purana Qila (Old Fort), new excavations by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) have uncovered a continuous history spanning more than 2,500 years. The goal of these excavations is to determine the site's whole chronology. Read here to learn more. The greatest mysteries are hidden … [Read more...] about Purana Qila Complex: The Grand Old Fort of Delhi
Foreign Portfolio Investment (FPI)
Foreign Portfolio Investment (FPI) is frequently used in business and economic aspects. What does it mean? Why has SEBI recently proposed additional disclosures from FPIs? Read here to learn more about FPI. A consultation document on new rules for further public disclosures by foreign portfolio … [Read more...] about Foreign Portfolio Investment (FPI)
Toy Industry of India
The toy industry in India has ended decades of import dominance by becoming a net exporter of toys during 2020-21 and 2021-22. Toys have been recognized as one of the champion sectors with significant export potential. The Indian toy industry is among the fastest-growing globally. Read here to know … [Read more...] about Toy Industry of India
Tribal Health in India
Tribal health in India is still an area of concern after more than seven decades of independence. They are the most neglected population when it comes to healthcare. There have been committees set up and reports published on the matter but more attention and action are still needed. Read here to … [Read more...] about Tribal Health in India
Menstrual Health and Hygiene
Menstrual health and hygiene are crucial aspects of public health and despite many initiatives by governments and NGOs, prominent gaps remain unaddressed in rural as well as urban spaces. Read here to learn more about the conditions of menstrual health in India. The equality, rights, and dignity … [Read more...] about Menstrual Health and Hygiene
LIBOR (London Interbank Offered Rate)
The financial regulators are shifting from LIBOR, a global benchmark interest rate. What is the contentious issue involving the global benchmark interest rate? How is this related to the global financial crisis of 2008? Read here to understand more. According to the RBI, several banks and … [Read more...] about LIBOR (London Interbank Offered Rate)
ClearIAS Students Secure Top Ranks in UPSC Civil Services Examination 2022
Many online and offline students of ClearIAS bagged top ranks in UPSC CSE 2022. Read to know more. When the UPSC CSE 2022 results are out, there are smiling faces of a lot of ClearIAS Students. The smart work and hard work of many ClearIAS users have earned them top positions in the … [Read more...] about ClearIAS Students Secure Top Ranks in UPSC Civil Services Examination 2022
Garima Lohia Secures All India Rank 2 in UPSC CSE 2022
Garima Lohia secured second rank in UPSC CSE 2022. Know more about her. Delhi University graduate Garima Lohia secured All India rank 2 in UPSC CSE 2022. She is from Bihar. The first rank holder, Ishita Kishore, is also from Delhi University Women bagged the top four ranks in the civil … [Read more...] about Garima Lohia Secures All India Rank 2 in UPSC CSE 2022
Ishita Kishore Secures All India Rank 1 in UPSC CSE 2022
Ishita Kishore topped UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2022. Know more about her. Ishita Kishore secured All India Rank 1 in UPSC Civil Services Examination 2022 applied by more than 10 lakh candidates. Interestingly, all the top four ranks in UPSC CSE 2022 are bagged by women … [Read more...] about Ishita Kishore Secures All India Rank 1 in UPSC CSE 2022
