Thirty Minerals Designated as Critical for India’s Strategic Requirements Context: The Ministry of Mines has identified 30 minerals crucial for fulfilling India’s strategic needs. Relevance: GS-01 GS-02 (Mineral & Energy Resources, Government Policies & Interventions) Formation of Committee and Identification of Critical Minerals: On November […]
India-Oman: Engagement and collaboration Context: Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman is on a state visit to India, marking a significant diplomatic event between the two nations. This visit holds particular importance as it follows the landmark agreements on trade, defense, and security during Prime […]
Chennai’s Flood Crisis: Urban Hydrology and Climate Change Context: Frequent heavy rainfall in recent years has led to an upswing in climate change-induced floods in India. Notably in Chennai, the extreme El Nino conditions and warming in the Bay of Bengal have also contributed to […]
India to import oil from any country not under sanctions Context: India has decided to resume its crude oil imports from Venezuela. This move comes on the heels of the United States easing sanctions on Venezuela in October. Indian refineries, including major players like Reliance […]
Exports shrink again, trade deficit narrows as imports fall faster Context: India’s trade dynamics experienced a seesaw as the month of November unfolded. After a fleeting rise in exports in October, the country witnessed a downturn with a 2.83% contraction, settling at $33.9 billion. Imports, […]