Cairn India will partner US-based Halliburton to start shale exploration in the Lower Barmer Hill formation, Western Rajasthan. Important points: The key difference between shale oil and conventional crude is that the former, also called ‘tight oil’, is found in smaller batches, and deeper than conventional crude deposits. Unlike conventional …
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SYDNEY DIALOGUE
Recently, the Prime Minister delivered the keynote at the inaugural Sydney Dialogue via video conferencing. He spoke on the theme of India’s technology evolution and revolution. Important points: The international order should ensure cryptocurrencies do not end up in the wrong hands. Citing the unregulated nature of the crypto market, …
Read More »RECIPIENT OF REMITTANCES
According to the World Bank’s Migration and Development Brief, India has become the world’s largest recipient of Remittances, receiving USD 87 billion (a gain of 4.6 % from previous year) in 2021. India is followed by China, Mexico, the Philippines, and Egypt. The United States being the biggest source, accounting …
Read More »PRADHAN MANTRI GRAM SADAK YOJANA
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) gave its approval for continuation of Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-I and II (PMGSY-I and II) upto September, 2022 for completion of balance road and bridge works. The CCEA also approved continuation of Road Connectivity Project for Left Wing Extremism Affected Areas (RCPLWEA) …
Read More »RULES FOR DIGITAL LENDING
Recently, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Working Group (WG) Committee has made recommendations pertaining to Digital Lending, including a separate legislation to prevent illegal digital lending activities. The RBI constituted a WG on digital lending including lending through online platforms and mobile apps in January, 2021. The panel was …
Read More »E-GOVERNANCE FOR CIVIL AVIATION
Recently, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has launched the e-Governance for Civil Aviation (e-GCA) online platform through which the Civil Aviation will provide 298 services including pilot licensing and medical examination. The launch of the e-GCA project under DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation) was part of the 100-day plan …
Read More »PURI HERITAGE CORRIDOR PROJECT
The Odisha Government is expected to soon lay the foundation stone of the Puri heritage corridor, which is being developed at a cost of Rs 800 crore. The project is a part of the Augmentation of Basic Amenities and Development of Heritage and Architecture (ABADHA) scheme for developing Puri as …
Read More »BRIBERY RISK MATRIX 2021
Recently, Bribery Risk Matrix 2021 was released by TRACE, an anti-bribery standard setting organisation. Important points: It measures business bribery risk in 194 countries, territories, and autonomous and semi-autonomous regions. It was originally published in 2014 to meet a need in the business community for more reliable and nuanced information …
Read More »LAND RECORD MODERNISATION PROGRAMME
Recently, the Ministry of Rural Development inaugurated ‘Bhumi Samvaad’ – National Workshop on Digital India Land Record Modernisation Programme (DILRMP). The Ministry also launched the National Generic Document Registration System (NGDRS) portal and Dashboard. Important points: The DILRMP was approved by the Cabinet on 21st August, 2008. For modernization of …
Read More »ANNUAL STATUS OF EDUCATION REPORT 2021
Recently, the 16th edition of the Annual Status of Education Report (ASER 2021) survey was released. The survey analysed the impact of Covid-19 on learning. It shows an increase in dependence on private tuitions and an absence of ready access to smartphones. Specific attention is needed to help make up …
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