Economy

World Trade Organization (WTO)

Context: India plans to use South Africa’s case against European Union’s (EU) strict food safety regulations on citrus fruit to...

India Press Freedom

Context : India ranks at 159 among 180 countries in the World Press Freedom Index, 2024.   More on News...

Nepal to issue new Rs 100 note with disputed Indian territories

Why in the News?   Nepal cabinet introduces new Rs 100 note featuring disputed territories, drawing criticism from India. More...

Skill Drill: From Education To Employment

Context:   The companies working in the field of skill development and education are adopting innovative solutions for augmenting employability...

Services Exports

Context:   After registering double-digit growth for two consecutive years, the slow growth rate in services exports can be attributed...

P-Notes

Context: Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPI), situated in the GIFT International Financial Services Centre, have been allowed to issue Participatory Notes...

 National Council for Agriculture and Rural Transformation

Context: The central government is considering the establishment of a National Council for Agriculture and Rural Transformation (NCART).    More...

Unified Payments Interface(UPI)

Context: The National Payments Corporation of India’s (NPCI) Overseas arm has signed a pact with the Bank of Namibia (BoN)...

Underwater Domain Awareness

The 21st century global order has witnessed a significant shift towards the maritime domain, geopolitically and geo-strategically.   What is...

OECD

Context: The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development has increased India’s growth forecast by 40 basis points to 6.6% for...

Better Infrastructure Boosting Faster Ship Movement

Context: Turnaround time at major ports improved by 9% from 52.8 hrs to 48 hrs in a year.   More...

RBI’s OPERATIONAL RISK NORMS

Why in the News?   Recently, RBI has expanded its oversight to include more lenders like NBFCs and co-operative banks...