Tag: down to earth

  • Advance Pricing Agreements

    Important for Prelims: Indian EconomyMains: General Studies Paper III What is APA ? What is in the News ? Benefits Central Board of Direct Taxes Practice Questions for Prelims Consider the following statements regarding Advance Pricing Agreement :1) These are negotiated by Central Board of Direct Taxes(CBDT).2) It helps in reduction of Investor-State Disputes. Which…

  • Missiles Technology in News

    Important for Prelims: Science & TechnologyMains: General Studies Paper III 1.) Harpoon Missiles 2.) PRALAY Missiles Practice Questions for Prelims Consider the following statements about Pralay Missile1. It is a quasi- ballistic missile with a high trajectory.2. It is capable of carrying a conventional warhead of about 350 kg to 700 kg.3. It is a surface-to-air…

  • India Ransomware Report 2022

    Important for Prelims: Science & TechnologyMains: General Studies Paper III What is a Ransomware ? What is in the News ? Major Findings of the Report Formal Initiatives to Tackle Cyber threats Practice Questions for Prelims Q. What is the primary goal of ransomware?a) to steal personal informationb) to disrupt computer operationsc) to encrypt files…

  • Purchasing Managers’ Index

    Important for Prelims: Indian EconomyMains: General Studies III What is in the News ? Purchasing Managers’ Index Practice Questions for Prelims Consider the following statements with respect to Purchasing Managers Index (PMI):1. PMI is an indicator of manufacturing activity only2. It is a survey based measure that asks the respondents about changes in their perception…

  • Quantum Mission

    Important for Prelims: Science & TechnologyMains: General Studies Paper III What is in the News ? National Quantum Mission Major Themes of this Mission : Other Initiatives for Quantum Technology Practice Questions for Prelims Consider the following statements regarding Quantum Communication :1. It uses principles like superposition and entanglement to provide safe communication channels.2. C-DOT…

  • FINLAND AND NATO

    Important for Prelims: international relationsMains: General Studies Paper II FINLAND AND NATO NEWS: Finland’s journey, from neutral to NATO https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/finlands-journey-from-neutral-to-nato/article66721378.ece Context: Finland Britain Finland shares a 1,340km long border with Russia and had signed a “friendship agreement,” with the Soviet Union to be a neutral country (Military non-alignment- ‘Finlandisation’). However, after Russia launched the invasion of Ukraine last…

  • Market Regulators

    Important for Prelims: Indian EconomyMains: General Studies Paper III Market Regulators 1.) RBI : Centralized Web Portal 2.) SEBI : Application Supported by a Blocked Amount Benefits Practice Questions for Prelims The Chairman of Securities and Exchange Board of India is appointed by thea) Ministry of financeb) Reserve Bank of Indiac) Stock Exchangesd) None of…

  • Monetary Policy Statement

    Important for Prelims: Indian EconomyMains: General Studies Paper III Monetary Policy Statement What is in the News ? Monetary Policy Stance Reasons for Pause Rate Hikes So Far !!! RBI’s Projections Read about Inflation and Economic growth of 2023, click here Practice Questions for Prelims  Consider the following statements :1. Higher inflation has the potential…

  • INDIA–BHUTAN RELATIONS

    Important for Prelims: international relationsMains: General Studies Paper II INDIA – BHUTAN RELATIONS NEWS: PM Modi holds talks with Bhutan King; focus on bilateral ties, issues of national interest https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/pm-modi-holds-talks-with-bhutan-king-focus-on-bilateral-ties/article66698183.ece Various dimensions of cooperation between INDIA AND BHUTAN  Dimension Examples Strategic Bhutan serves as a buffer between India and China, protecting the Siliguri Corridor (also known as…

  • Important Space Related News

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