Current Affairs Notes

Green GDP is an economic indicator that adjusts traditional Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by incorporating environmental factors. It accounts for the economic costs of environmental degradation, resource depletion, and pollution, presenting a more sustainable measure of a nation's economic … [Read more...] about Green GDP: Aligning economic progress with environmental conservation

Crop insurance schemes in India aim to protect farmers from financial losses due to crop failure or damage caused by natural disasters, pests, and diseases. These schemes play a vital role in stabilizing farmers' incomes and ensuring the sustainability of agriculture. Read here to learn more. The … [Read more...] about Crop Insurance Schemes in India

India's renewable energy journey has reached a notable milestone, with the total installed capacity surpassing 200 GW. This marks a crucial step toward the nation’s 500 GW non-fossil energy target by 2030. This achievement underscores India's commitment to sustainable development and combating … [Read more...] about Renewable Energy Potential in India

The U.S. H1B visa program, which plays a pivotal role in facilitating the movement of skilled foreign professionals, has been under heightened scrutiny, particularly due to its significant impact on Indian workers who are its primary beneficiaries. The program allows U.S. employers to hire skilled … [Read more...] about H1B Visa Program: The debate continues

The report on Trends and Progress of Banking in India 2023-24 was released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). RBI released its annual report under the Banking Regulation Act, of 1949, highlighting the performance of the banking sector in 2023-24. Read here to learn more. The Reserve Bank of … [Read more...] about Trends and Progress of Banking in India 2023-24

Tiger Translocation in India was initiated in 2018 when two tigers from Madhya Pradesh were translocated to Odisha to increase the tiger population in the latter state. Read here to learn more about why the translocations are done. Fifteen Tigers are to be relocated from Bandhavgarh, Panna, … [Read more...] about Tiger Translocation in India

The UN General Assembly has adopted the Programme of Action for Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs), 2024–2034. It builds on the Vienna Programme of Action (2014-2024) & Almaty Programme of Action (2003), which laid the groundwork for addressing challenges faced by Landlocked Developing … [Read more...] about Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs)

No-detention Policy 2024 is the scrapping of the policy introduced years ago amid arguments and support for the decision. The No-Detention Policy (NDP) was introduced under Section 16 of the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, aiming to allow every child to complete elementary education without fear … [Read more...] about No-Detention Policy 2024: Centre Scraps the no-detention policy