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Economic Capital Framework And Rbis Dividend

Economic Capital Framework and RBI’s Dividend Transfer

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Economic Capital Framework And Rbis Dividend Why in News? The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) mechanisms for determining surplus transfers to the government, guided by the Economic Capital Framework (ECF). Important Key Points: Economic Capital Framework (ECF): Established based on the recommendations of the Bimal Jalan Committee in 2019, the ECF provides a structured approach […]

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Assam Government to Issue Arms Licences to Indigenous Citizens in Vulnerable and Remote Areas

Assam Cabinet Takes Key Decisions; Equity Infusion in NRL

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Assam Cabinet Takes Key Decisions; Equity Infusion in NRL Why in News? The Assam Cabinet has approved a significant equity infusion of ₹205 crore into Numaligarh Refinery Limited (NRL), marking the fourth and final installment of the state’s committed investment. This brings the total equity contribution by the Assam government to ₹823 crore, aligning with

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Assam Government releases Rs 100 crore for flood preparedness

Assam Government releases Rs 100 crore for flood preparedness

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Assam Government releases Rs 100 crore for flood preparedness Why in News? The Assam government has proactively released ₹100 crore from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) to bolster flood preparedness across 35 districts and 39 co-districts ahead of the impending monsoon season. This advance funding aims to facilitate essential flood protection measures and ensure

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Operation Olivia

Operation Olivia

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Operation Olivia Why in News? Operation Olivia is an annual conservation initiative launched by the Indian Coast Guard in the early 1980s to protect the endangered Olive Ridley turtles during their mass nesting season along the Odisha coast. The operation runs from November to May, coinciding with the turtles’ breeding and nesting period. Important Key

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Suez Canal

Suez Canal

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Suez Canal Why in News? Canal’s historical significance, strategic importance, and its impact on global trade. It delves into the events surrounding the nationalization of the canal and the subsequent geopolitical tensions. Important Key Points: Historical Context: The Suez Canal, completed in 1869, was initially controlled by British and French interests. In 1956, Egyptian President

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Enrolment Drop in Government Schools and PM-POSHAN

Enrolment Drop in Government Schools and PM-POSHAN

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Enrolment Drop in Government Schools and PM-POSHAN Why in News? Concerning trend of declining student enrolment in government schools across India and examines the implications for the PM-POSHAN scheme. Important Key Points: Significant Decline in Enrolment: The Unified District Information System for Education (UDISE+) report for 2023-24 indicates a drop in total school enrolment from

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Assam Tea Gardens Shift to 6 AM Start as Heatwave Forces Work-Hour Changes

Workers in Assam govt-run tea gardens to get Rs 250 daily wage from October 1

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Workers in Assam govt-run tea gardens to get Rs 250 daily wage from October 1 Why in News? On International Tea Day, May 21, 2025, the Assam government announced a significant wage increase for workers in state-run tea gardens. Effective October 1, 2025, daily wages for Assam Tea Corporation Ltd (ATCL) workers will rise from

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Dibrugarh bags ₹493-Cr infrastructure boost

Dibrugarh bags ₹493-Cr infrastructure boost

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Dibrugarh bags ₹493-Cr infrastructure boost Why in News? Dibrugarh is poised for a significant transformation with a ₹493 crore infrastructure development package, marking a pivotal moment in Assam’s urban and sports advancement. This initiative encompasses the construction of the state’s largest stadium and the development of multiple flyovers, aiming to enhance connectivity and position Dibrugarh

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Gendered Malnutrition in India: Unveiling the Hidden Crisis

Gendered Malnutrition in India: Unveiling the Hidden Crisis

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Gendered Malnutrition in India: Unveiling the Hidden Crisis Why in News? Recent analyses have highlighted the persistent issue of gendered malnutrition in India, where women and girls disproportionately suffer from nutritional deficiencies due to systemic socio-cultural and economic factors. This gender disparity in nutrition has profound implications for public health, intergenerational well-being, and the nation’s

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Hooch Tragedies in India: Causes, Consequences, and Preventive Measures

Hooch Tragedies in India: Causes, Consequences, and Preventive Measures

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Hooch Tragedies in India: Causes, Consequences, and Preventive Measures Why in News? India has witnessed a series of tragic incidents involving the consumption of illicit liquor, commonly referred to as “hooch,” resulting in numerous fatalities across various states. These events have raised serious concerns about public health, regulatory oversight, and the socio-economic factors contributing to

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