Investment Forum for Advancing Climate Resilient Agrifood Systems in India launched Context: In a recent collaboration, NITI Aayog, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare (MoA&FW) of the Government of India, and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations jointly introduced the […]
Indian Stamp Bill, 2023 Context: The Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, under the Government of India, is seeking public input on the draft ‘Indian Stamp Bill, 2023’ within a 30-day period. Relevance: GS-02 (Government policies and interventions) Background: In a bid to modernize the […]
MPLADS e-SAKSHI Mobile Application Launch Context: The MPLADS e-SAKSHI Mobile Application has been introduced, marking a significant development in the fund flow procedure under the Member of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS). Relevance: GS-02 (Government schemes) Main Highlights: The MPLADS Scheme is designed to […]
India’s Economic Horizon: Growth, Inequality, and Democratic Imperatives Context: The media, attending the World Economic Forum, reported on optimistic statements regarding India’s economic future, echoing previous predictions about the nation’s economic growth. This includes the goal of a $5 trillion economy by 2024, as stated […]
RBI’s guidelines on State “guarantees” Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) working group, recently, proposed recommendations to address concerns related to guarantees provided by State governments. The suggestions focus on defining guarantees, determining associated risks, limiting issuance, and enhancing disclosure practices. Relevance: GS-03 GS-02 […]