What are the major reasons behind conflicts of Africa? Highlight the benefits posed by Kimberley process in reducing such conflicts. Resources: Inauguration of KPCS Plenary 2019 (PIB). Elucidate upon the Indo-Bhutan ties. Suggest a way forward for the two nations in the wake of rising China. Resources: No more waiver, Bhutan to levy charges on Indian tourists. Malnutrition travels from farms to schools. Comment. Resource... .
Updated on 20 November, 2019
Social Issues Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana: Existing loopholes in the Implementation of the scheme Report on the Health of pregnant and nursing women International Relations India, France to patrol Indian Ocean No more waiver, Bhutan to levy charges on Indian tourists Economy Unveiling new GST reforms for new India Slowdown in the real estate sector. Bhartiya Poshan Krishi Kosh India’s tribal village inf... .
Updated on 19 November, 2019
The national capital is at the very bottom of the list, in a ranking based on tap water quality study by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) for the Union Food and Consumer Affairs Ministry. It showed that even in urban areas, which are connected to the piped water network, there is no guarantee that the water is safe for consumption. About the tests: The BIS standard involves 48 different parameters. Samples are ... .
Updated on 19 November, 2019
In a major shift in policy, Bhutan plans to levy charges on tourists from regional countries, including India, Bangladesh, Maldives; who presently are exempted from any charges. Background: The new draft tourism policy, which is likely to be finalised by the Bhutanese Cabinet next month, was discussed by the foreign minister of Bhutan - Tandi Dorji with External Affairs Minister - S. Jaishankar at meetings in Delhi. Reasons Behind Levying of C... .
Updated on 19 November, 2019
In news: The Indian and French navies will start coordinated patrols in the Indian Ocean region next year. France’s Interest in Indian Ocean: Overseas Territories like Reunion Islands formed a critical part of Indian Ocean region. 70% of French trade passes through the Straits of Babel Mandeb, Hormuz and Malacca and security of these vital arteries is important for France. Strengthening its Indo Pacific Strategy Significance: ... .
Updated on 19 November, 2019
Recently Data regarding infrastructural Gaps in Tribal Villages was shared by Minister of Tribal Affairs in response to a Parliamentary question raised in Lok Sabha. What is a Tribal Village: It is one where the Schedule Tribe population is more than 25 per cent. There are approximately 1,45,000 tribal villages in the country. Key Findings: While there are 1,45,000 tribal villages in the country, the data was available for only 1,... .
Updated on 19 November, 2019
