{"id":13942,"date":"2023-10-28T11:49:58","date_gmt":"2023-10-28T11:49:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=13942"},"modified":"2023-10-28T11:50:04","modified_gmt":"2023-10-28T11:50:04","slug":"upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Daily Current Affairs &#8211; 22nd August 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-cse-geography-optional-integrated-course-test-series-2024-august-batch-online\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1320\" height=\"416\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/kIeqD3sVupPhMpbkeneNVhOWnGarcNuFri0nJNxE.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9539\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/kIeqD3sVupPhMpbkeneNVhOWnGarcNuFri0nJNxE.png 1320w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/kIeqD3sVupPhMpbkeneNVhOWnGarcNuFri0nJNxE-1170x369.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/kIeqD3sVupPhMpbkeneNVhOWnGarcNuFri0nJNxE-585x184.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1320px) 100vw, 1320px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In today&#8217;s daily current affairs briefing for UPSC aspirants, we explore the latest developments that hold relevance for the upcoming civil services examination. Our focus today includes a critical analysis of recent policy changes, international affairs, and national developments, all of which play a pivotal role in shaping the socio-political and economic landscape of India. Stay informed and stay ahead in your UPSC preparations with our daily current affairs updates, as we provide you with concise, well-researched insights to help you connect the dots between contemporary events and the broader canvas of the civil services syllabus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e8ae6e7c388\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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Suriname&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#In_News\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#About\" title=\"About&nbsp;\">About&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#About_MoU\" title=\"About MoU&nbsp;\">About MoU&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Significance_of_the_MoU_between_India_and_Suriname\" title=\"Significance of the MoU between India and Suriname&nbsp;\">Significance of the MoU between India and Suriname&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Suspensions_of_Members_of_Parliament_MPs\" title=\"Suspensions of Members of Parliament (MPs)&nbsp;\">Suspensions of Members of Parliament (MPs)&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Why_in_News\" title=\"Why in News:\">Why in News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Process_of_Suspension_of_MPs\" title=\"Process of Suspension of MPs:&nbsp;\">Process of Suspension of MPs:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Implications_of_Suspending_Members_from_Indias_Parliament\" title=\"Implications of Suspending Members from India\u2019s Parliament:&nbsp;\">Implications of Suspending Members from India\u2019s Parliament:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Way_Forward\" title=\"Way Forward:&nbsp;\">Way Forward:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Gaps_in_Registration_of_Births_and_Deaths_RBD_Amendment_Act\" title=\"Gaps in Registration of Births and Deaths (RBD) Amendment Act&nbsp;\">Gaps in Registration of Births and Deaths (RBD) Amendment Act&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Why_in_News-2\" title=\"Why in News:\">Why in News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Significant_provisions_of_the_Bill\" title=\"Significant provisions of the Bill:&nbsp;\">Significant provisions of the Bill:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Issues_with_the_Bill\" title=\"Issues with the Bill:&nbsp;\">Issues with the Bill:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Issues_with_the_provision_related_to_medical_practitioners_issuing_death_certificates\" title=\"Issues with the provision related to medical practitioners issuing death certificates:&nbsp;\">Issues with the provision related to medical practitioners issuing death certificates:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Piped_Water_Connection\" title=\"Piped Water Connection&nbsp;\">Piped Water Connection&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#In_News-2\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#About_Piped_Water_Connection\" title=\"About Piped Water Connection&nbsp;\">About Piped Water Connection&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Key_highlights\" title=\"Key highlights:&nbsp;\">Key highlights:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Admitting_new_members_to_BRICS\" title=\"Admitting new members to BRICS&nbsp;\">Admitting new members to BRICS&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#In_news\" title=\"In news:\">In news:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#About_Admitting_New_Members_to_BRICS\" title=\"About Admitting New Members to BRICS&nbsp;\">About Admitting New Members to BRICS&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#RBIs_State_of_the_Economy_report\" title=\"RBI\u2019s State of the Economy report\u00a0\">RBI\u2019s State of the Economy report\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#In_News-3\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#About_the_State_of_the_Economy_Report\" title=\"About the State of the Economy Report:&nbsp;\">About the State of the Economy Report:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Key_Highlights_of_the_Report\" title=\"Key Highlights of the Report:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Key Highlights of the Report:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Concerns_highlighted_by_the_Report\" title=\"Concerns highlighted by the Report:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Concerns highlighted by the Report:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Impact_of_Geopolitics_on_Clean_Energy_Targets\" title=\"Impact of Geopolitics on Clean Energy Targets&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Impact of Geopolitics on Clean Energy Targets&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#In_News-4\" title=\"In News:\">In News:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#About_Nickel_Reserves\" title=\"About Nickel Reserves:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">About Nickel Reserves:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#The_Geopolitics_involved_in_Nickel_Trade\" title=\"The Geopolitics involved in Nickel Trade:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">The Geopolitics involved in Nickel Trade:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Kalka-Shimla_Railway_KSR\" title=\"Kalka-Shimla Railway (KSR)&nbsp;\">Kalka-Shimla Railway (KSR)&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Why_in_news\" title=\"Why in news?\">Why in news?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#About-2\" title=\"About:\u00a0\">About:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#More_Information\" title=\"More Information:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">More Information:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Kanniyakumaris_Matti_Banana\" title=\"Kanniyakumari\u2019s Matti Banana&nbsp;\">Kanniyakumari\u2019s Matti Banana&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Why_in_news-2\" title=\"Why in news?\">Why in news?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#About-3\" title=\"About:\u00a0\">About:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Third-longest_monsoonal_break_in_this_century_has_ended\" title=\"Third-longest monsoonal break in this century has ended&nbsp;\">Third-longest monsoonal break in this century has ended&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Why_in_news-3\" title=\"Why in news?\">Why in news?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#About-4\" title=\"About:\u00a0\">About:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#More_about_the_news\" title=\"More about the news:&nbsp;\">More about the news:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#North_Sea_Transition_Authority_NTSA\" title=\"North Sea Transition Authority (NTSA)&nbsp;\">North Sea Transition Authority (NTSA)&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Why_in_news-4\" title=\"Why in news?\">Why in news?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#About-5\" title=\"About:\u00a0\">About:\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#North_Sea\" title=\"North Sea:&nbsp;\">North Sea:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Why_is_offshore_drilling_problematic\" title=\"Why is offshore drilling problematic?&nbsp;\">Why is offshore drilling problematic?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#More_Information-2\" title=\"More Information:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">More Information:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#University_Grants_Commission_releases_draft_for_foreign_educational_institutes\" title=\"University Grants Commission releases draft for foreign educational institutes&nbsp;\">University Grants Commission releases draft for foreign educational institutes&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Why_in_news-5\" title=\"Why in news?\">Why in news?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#About-6\" title=\"About:&nbsp;\">About:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Aim\" title=\"Aim&nbsp;\">Aim&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-53\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#More_Information-3\" title=\"More Information:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">More Information:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#India_has_started_manufacturing_38_APIs\" title=\"India has started manufacturing 38 APIs&nbsp;\">India has started manufacturing 38 APIs&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Why_in_news-6\" title=\"Why in news?\">Why in news?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#About-7\" title=\"About:&nbsp;\">About:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#Active_Pharmaceutical_Ingredients_APIs\" title=\"Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs):&nbsp;\">Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs):&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-58\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-daily-current-affairs-22nd-august-2023\/#More_Information-4\" title=\"More Information:&nbsp;\">More Information:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-59\" 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class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indian_Pharmacopoeia_Recognition_in_Suriname\"><\/span><strong>Indian Pharmacopoeia Recognition in Suriname<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag<\/strong>: GS-3 Economy&nbsp;<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News\"><\/span><strong>In News: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently, the Cabinet approves the signing of an MoU between India and Suriname in the field of the regulation of medicines\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About\"><\/span><strong>About<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>India and Suriname signed MoU exemplifies the mutual commitment to collaborate closely in the realm of <strong>medicine<\/strong> regulation.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It aims to recognize the <strong>importance of adhering to respective laws <\/strong>and regulations while ensuring the quality of medicines in both countries.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"554\" height=\"302\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-250.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13945 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 554px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 554\/302;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_MoU\"><\/span><strong>About MoU<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP) Acceptance:<\/strong> The MoU solidifies the acceptance of the IP as a comprehensive book of standards for medicines in Suriname.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Quality Control:<\/strong> The requirement for duplicate testing of medicines within Suriname is eliminated through the acceptance of the Certificate of Analysis issued by Indian Manufacturers adhering to the IP standards.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Cost-effective Standards: <\/strong>The MoU facilitates access to IP Reference Substances (IPRS) and Impurity standards from the IPC at reasonable costs.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_of_the_MoU_between_India_and_Suriname\"><\/span><strong>Significance of the MoU between India and Suriname<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Accessible Medications: <\/strong>Acknowledging intellectual property (IP) paves the way for the production of generic medicines in Suriname. This results in a higher availability of affordable drugs for the people of Suriname, aligning with the objective of improving public health.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Economic Benefits:<\/strong> For India, recognizing the Indian Pharmacopoeia in Suriname marks a stride towards an &#8216;Atmanirbhar Bharat&#8217; (self-reliant India). This acknowledgment facilitates the export of Indian medical products, generating foreign exchange earnings, and fortifying India&#8217;s pharmaceutical industry on the world stage.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Enhancing Indian Pharmaceutical Exports: <\/strong>The acceptance of IP by Suriname eliminates the need for redundant testing and checks, providing Indian pharmaceutical exporters with a competitive advantage. The reduction in regulatory aaobstacles leads to more profitable trade for the Indian pharmaceutical sector.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Broader International Validation: <\/strong>The official recognition of the Indian Pharmacopoeia has already extended to countries such as Afghanistan, Ghana, Nepal, Mauritius, and now, Suriname. This expansion underscores India&#8217;s endeavors to bolster its influence and collaboration in the global pharmaceutical arena.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"602\" height=\"331\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-252.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13947 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-252.png 602w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-252-585x322.png 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 602px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 602\/331;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"602\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-251.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13946 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-251.png 602w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/image-251-585x560.png 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 602px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 602\/576;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/pib.gov.in\/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=1949414\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PIB Gov.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Suspensions_of_Members_of_Parliament_MPs\"><\/span><strong>Suspensions of Members of Parliament (MPs)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags:<\/strong> GS \u2013 2: Indian Polity (Parliament)\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_News\"><\/span><strong>Why in News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently, one of the MPs (Member of Parliament) of the Rajya Sabha has been suspended for \u201cviolating\u201d the directives of the chair.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Process_of_Suspension_of_MPs\"><\/span><strong>Process of Suspension of MPs:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The role and duty of the Presiding Officer \u2014 Speaker of Lok Sabha and Chairman of Rajya Sabha is <strong>to maintain order so that the House can function smoothly<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li><li>To ensure that proceedings are conducted in the proper manner, the Speaker\/ Chairman is empowered to force a member to withdraw from the House.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Process and rules followed in Lok Sabha<\/strong>:\u00a0<ul><li>Under <strong>Lok Sabha Rule 373<\/strong>, the Speaker has the authority to instruct a member to leave the House immediately.\u00a0<\/li><li>On the Non-compliance of the instruction, the chair names members causing disruptions under <strong>Rule 374<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li><li>Government introduces suspension motion. The motion seeks approval of the House. If passed, the member is suspended.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Process and rules followed in Rajya Sabha<\/strong>:\u00a0<ul><li>Chair identifies disruptive members under <strong>Rule 256<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li><li>A suspension motion was presented to the House. The motion requires House approval. On approval, the member is suspended.\u00a0<\/li><li>The House may, however, by another motion, terminate the suspension.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Implications_of_Suspending_Members_from_Indias_Parliament\"><\/span><strong>Implications of Suspending Members from India\u2019s Parliament:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Suspended members <strong>can\u2019t participate<\/strong>, potentially hampering legislative activities.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Suspended members <strong>cannot enter the chamber or attend the meetings<\/strong> of the committees.&nbsp;<\/li><li>S\/he will <strong>not be eligible to give notice for discussion or submission<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>S\/he <strong>loses the right to get a reply<\/strong> to his questions.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Way_Forward\"><\/span><strong>Way Forward:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is difficult to deal with planned parliamentary offenses and deliberate disturbances for publicity or political reasons.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Opposition members should play a constructive role in Parliament <\/strong>and they should be allowed to put forward their views and express themselves in a dignified manner.\u00a0<\/li><li>There is a <strong>need to strike a balance between deliberate disruption and raising the important issue<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/opinion\/columns\/illegal-irrational-unconstitutional-the-problem-with-recent-suspensions-of-mps-8892457\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indian Express<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gaps_in_Registration_of_Births_and_Deaths_RBD_Amendment_Act\"><\/span><strong>Gaps in Registration of Births and Deaths (RBD) Amendment Act<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags:<\/strong> GS \u2013 1: Indian Society (Population and associated issues)\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_News-2\"><\/span><strong>Why in News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently, the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2023 has been passed by Parliament and has got the assent of the President of India.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significant_provisions_of_the_Bill\"><\/span><strong>Significant provisions of the Bill:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Bill makes it compulsory that the <strong>Registrar General of India maintains a national level database of births and deaths<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The <strong>Chief Registrar of births and deaths in every State<\/strong> is required to maintain a State-level database of registered births and deaths \u2018using the portal approved by the Registrar General of India\u2019.&nbsp;<\/li><li>These databases will provide information to update the National Population Register, the Aadhaar database, electoral rolls, ration card, passport, and other databases at the national level, as may be notified.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The amendments mandate that for all deaths within medical institutions, a cause of death certificate must be forwarded to the Registrar of Births and Deaths. A copy should be provided to the closest relative.&nbsp;<\/li><li>In cases of deaths that transpire outside of hospitals, the medical practitioner who attended to the deceased during their recent illness is responsible for issuing this certificate.&nbsp;<\/li><li>In the case of birth, the amendments provide for collecting the Aadhaar number of the parents. Nothing is mentioned about the Aadhaar number of the deceased.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Issues_with_the_Bill\"><\/span><strong>Issues with the Bill:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Missing Deceased:<\/strong> Nothing is mentioned about the Aadhaar number of the deceased.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Amendments Required by the Notified Database Accessing Authorities:<\/strong> If they require access to information from this database, it requires amendment in the laws.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Listing a few databases for consideration by Parliament and leaving future additions to the government is <strong>undermining the supremacy of Parliament<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Issues_with_the_provision_related_to_medical_practitioners_issuing_death_certificates\"><\/span><strong>Issues with the provision related to medical practitioners issuing death certificates:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The <strong>attending medical practitioner might not always have arrived at a definite diagnosis<\/strong> before the person\u2019s passing.\u00a0<\/li><li>The forms used for mentioning the cause of death are in conformity with the World Health Organization recommendations while the AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa Rigpa and Homoeopathy) systems of medicine are non-classifiable under the International Classification of Diseases.\u00a0<\/li><li>If a person undergoing treatment dies from an entirely different cause outside of a medical facility in the absence of the attending medical practitioner, then how can the practitioner be expected to issue a certificate of cause of death in such cases.\u00a0<\/li><li>Under natural calamities or accidents, the families of missing persons would have to wait for seven years to request for a certificate that says \u2018presumed dead\u2019.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/opinion\/lead\/the-gaps-in-the-births-and-deaths-registration-amendment-act\/article67206542.ece#:~:text=A%20provision%20could%20have%20been,get%20the%20death%20certificates%20earlier.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Hindu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Piped_Water_Connection\"><\/span><strong>Piped Water Connection<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: GS-II: Government policies<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-2\"><\/span><strong>In News:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Government releases key data and initiatives on piped water coverage in rural India\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Piped_Water_Connection\"><\/span><strong>About Piped Water Connection<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India has <strong>achieved a significant milestone in its efforts to provide clean water to rural households<\/strong>, with <strong>two out of every three rural households<\/strong> now having access to piped water connections.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this regard<strong>, Government of India has previously launched \u201cJal Jeevan Mission\u201d to connect all 194.2 million rural households<\/strong> in India with tap water connections <strong>by the end of 2024.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_highlights\"><\/span><strong>Key highlights:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Nearly <strong>128.5 million or 66.80% of the total rural households have functional water tap<\/strong> connections which was <strong>only 17% or 32.3 million <\/strong>at the launch of the mission in 2019.\u00a0<\/li><li>As per government records, <strong>nearly 55% of Scheduled Tribe rural households<\/strong> <strong>have been connected <\/strong>under the mission.\u00a0<\/li><li>The mission has <strong>created direct and indirect employment<\/strong> in rural areas and has potential of creating <strong>approximately 1,47,55,980 person-years of employment<\/strong> during the five-year implementation period.\u00a0<\/li><li>The mission <strong>intends to eliminate the burden of fetching water<\/strong> from distant sources for rural households.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>At present, women spend 40 minutes<\/strong> (one way) <strong>in Jharkhand, 33 min in Bihar, 24 min<\/strong> in rural Maharashtra, and 38 min in Uttar Pradesh for fetching water.\u00a0<\/li><li>The <strong>mission&#8217;s future efforts will prioritize expediting the<\/strong> installation of water infrastructure in lagging states and aspirational districts.\u00a0<\/li><li>It will <strong>allocate 30% weightage for challenging terrains and 10% for populations in SC\/ST<\/strong> dominated areas when distributing funds to ensure coverage.\u00a0<\/li><li>It will integrate international partnerships such as collaborations <strong>with United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)<\/strong> and the <strong>Denmark government<\/strong> to support the Jal Jeevan Mission.\u00a0<\/li><li>While household connections are crucial, ensuring the long-term sustainability of water sources for consistent availability is a challenge.\u00a0<\/li><li>Overall, the <strong>Jal Jeevan Mission&#8217;s progress in providing piped water connections is a significant step<\/strong> toward <strong>improving water accessibility<\/strong> and reducing the burden on rural communities.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hindustantimes.com\/india-news\/india-achieves-milestone-with-two-thirds-of-rural-households-having-piped-water-connections-101692296117436.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hindustan Times<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Admitting_new_members_to_BRICS\"><\/span><strong>Admitting new members to BRICS<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: GS-II: International Relations<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_news\"><\/span><strong>In news:<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The BRICS alliance faces challenges of becoming a tool for China&#8217;s diplomatic ambitions, creating potential complications for India\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Admitting_New_Members_to_BRICS\"><\/span><strong>About Admitting New Members to BRICS<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>BRICS was coined by Goldman Sachs<\/strong> economists <strong>in the early 2000<\/strong>s to suggest that <strong>Brazil, Russia, India, and China<\/strong> would eventually <strong>surpass the G6<\/strong> economies in size.\u00a0<\/li><li>While <strong>China and India have risen in economic rankings<\/strong>, Brazil and Russia have fallen short with both <strong>not being even among the top 10 economies<\/strong> in the world.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Expanding BRICS Membership:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>Over <strong>40 developing countries have expressed interest<\/strong> in joining BRICS with countries like <strong>Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates<\/strong> are among those seeking membership.\u00a0<\/li><li>Expanding membership will <strong>help increase diversity and representation<\/strong> from various regions besides <strong>enhanced geopolitical influence on the global stage.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Challenges:<\/strong>\u00a0<ul><li>New members <strong>might have varying economic sizes and development stages<\/strong>, potentially impacting group dynamics.\u00a0<\/li><li>Ensuring <strong>alignment of interests and goals among existing and new members can be challenging<\/strong> as addition of certain countries might lead to shifts in geopolitical dynamics within the group.\u00a0<\/li><li>Expansion could <strong>strengthen China&#8217;s diplomatic influence within BRICS<\/strong> leading to <strong>India facing complexities<\/strong> due to its adversarial relationship with China and alignment with Western countries.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Thus, establishing <strong>clear criteria for new members is crucial to maintain coherence and relevance<\/strong> besides <strong>balancing economic strength, population size, and geopolitical importance.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>Overall, balancing <strong>inclusivity and coherence will be crucial<\/strong> to the group&#8217;s continued relevance and effectiveness in <strong>shaping the global agenda which at present is intriguing yet uncertain<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.business-standard.com\/opinion\/columns\/does-brics-exist-only-because-a-good-acronym-cannot-be-allowed-to-die-123081800644_1.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Business<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"RBIs_State_of_the_Economy_report\"><\/span><strong>RBI\u2019s State of the Economy report<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag: GS-3 <\/strong>Monetary Policy; Growth &amp; Development\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-3\"><\/span><strong>In News: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently, <strong>RBI released the State Of The Economy report<\/strong>, which suggests that the economic momentum (on a quarter-on-quarter basis) is likely to remain healthy even as the global recovery is slowing down.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_State_of_the_Economy_Report\"><\/span><strong>About the State of the Economy Report<\/strong>:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The State of the Economy report is released by the RBI which summarises the <strong>economic status of the country<\/strong> and provides a record of economic progress.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The report discusses <strong>inflation, employment status, economic growth <\/strong>and the central bank\u2019s plan for managing money.&nbsp;<\/li><li>RBI uses the key highlights of the reports to make decisions about <strong>interest rates and other economic policies<\/strong>, and it also assists economists, investors, and regular citizens understand the economy and make smart choices.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Highlights_of_the_Report\"><\/span><strong>Key Highlights of the Report:&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Decline in merchandize exports<\/strong>: Merchandise exports declined by around 16% in July, falling to a nine month low $32.25 billion.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Growth in private consumption and investment<\/strong>: Although the contraction in exports will drag down growth, increase in private consumption and investment activity is expected to offset that.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Healthy signs by high-frequency indicators<\/strong>: Several high-frequency indicators of both demand and supply show healthy signs.\u00a0\u00a0<ul><li><strong>E-way bill<\/strong> volumes have registered robust growth.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>FMCG sales<\/strong> have also improved sequentially.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Cargo at major ports<\/strong> as well as railway freight traffic has picked up in July.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>Both <strong>steel and cement consumption<\/strong> have registered healthy growth.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Positive investment intentions<\/strong>: Investment intentions closely track actual investments and serve as a useful indicator of gauging the private investment cycle. In 2022-23, investment plans were made for 982 projects with a capital outlay of Rs 3.5 lakh crore as compared to 791 projects worth Rs 1.96 lakh crore<strong> <\/strong>in 2021-22\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Increase in investment in infrastructure projects<\/strong>: Around 60% of these 982 projects financed by banks and financial institutions are in the infrastructure sector i.e. power, roads and bridges, SEZs, industrial biotech and IT park.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Improved capex cycle:<\/strong> Stronger bank and corporate sector balance sheets, improving demand conditions and rising capacity utilisation rates, will bode well for the capex cycle.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Concerns_highlighted_by_the_Report\"><\/span><strong>Concerns highlighted by the Report:&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Weak Automobile sales<\/strong>: Automotive sector, with the exception of three-wheelers, remains weak.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Increased MNREGA demands<\/strong>: Demand for work by households\/individuals under MGNREGA is higher than last year.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Weak domestic demands<\/strong>: Non-oil imports are lower than last year which indicates weak domestic demand.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Materialisation of investments<\/strong>: Despite rise in investment intentions, materialisation of the investments remains a big concern.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/opinion\/editorials\/express-view-on-rbi-studies-carrying-hope-8898964\/#:~:text=As%20per%20this%20(limited)%20study,worth%20Rs%201.96%20lakh%20crore.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indian Express<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Impact_of_Geopolitics_on_Clean_Energy_Targets\"><\/span><strong>Impact of Geopolitics on Clean Energy Targets&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tag: GS-3 <\/strong>Environment Conservation\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/78018cbe-d62d-4c10-bbde-d8fcdad73fbd\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_News-4\"><\/span><strong>In News: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The geopolitical interests and equations of the world have detrimental effects on meeting clean energy targets, as witnessed in the case of Indonesia. Indonesia has the <strong>world&#8217;s largest reserves of nickel<\/strong>, however processing on nickel using Chinese investment and technology has limited its access to the United States.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Nickel_Reserves\"><\/span><strong>About Nickel Reserves:&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Nickel is a <strong>corrosion resistant metal, hard, silvery-white metal<\/strong>, and is used in batteries. It is a central component of the transition away from fossil fuels.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>Nickel is mostly found in <strong>Indonesia, Phillipines, Ausralia, Canada<\/strong> etc. In Indonesia, most of the nickel is found on Sulawesi, a K-shaped, jungle-draped island.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Nickel is used to make <strong>batteries for electric cars and motorcycles<\/strong>, a central component of the mission to limit the ravages of climate change.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Geopolitics_involved_in_Nickel_Trade\"><\/span><strong>The Geopolitics involved in Nickel Trade:&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Geopolitics<\/strong> is the interplay between geography, political power, and international relations, deciding the nature of interaction, cooperation and competition among the nations on the global stage.\u00a0<\/li><li>The <strong>employment of Chinese technology and investments<\/strong> along with <strong>concerns over working conditions and environmental standards<\/strong> in Nickel processing and extraction by Indonesia, has made the USA reluctant from trading with Indonesia.\u00a0<\/li><li>Indonesia is attempting to get a trade deal with the USA, covering minerals in an effort to secure Indonesia as a friendly country. That would generate <strong>greater demand for its nickel<\/strong> by making it <strong>eligible for the American tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li><li>Countering China\u2019s technological ascension is unilaterally supported in the USA, beyond the political factions.\u00a0<\/li><li>On the other hand, the European Union has criticized and dragged Indonesia to the WTO <strong>for imposing a ban on the export of nickel ore<\/strong>. However this step led to the drawing of more than $14 billion investments by Chinese companies.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>By 2035, more than <strong>90% of all nickel products will be processed in countries that lack free-trade agreements with the USA<\/strong>. This will create a major supply constraint for the American battery factories to satisfy their demand for nickel without looking to countries beyond core U.S. trading partners.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/explained\/explained-climate\/geopolitics-complicating-clean-energy-move-nickel-8899569\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indian Express<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kalka-Shimla_Railway_KSR\"><\/span><strong>Kalka-Shimla Railway (KSR)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: <\/strong>GS \u2013 1 Geography\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_news\"><\/span><strong>Why in news? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The over 120-year-old Kalka-Shimla Railway (KSR), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has been severely damaged by heavy rainfall and landslides in Himachal Pradesh.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About-2\"><\/span><strong>About:<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/b24f8d50-423d-4643-86f1-4bbf9a31e924\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Kalka\u2013Shimla railway is a <strong>2 ft 6 in (762 mm) narrow-gauge railway in North India<\/strong> which traverses a <strong>mostly-mountainous route from Kalka to Shimla.<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>It is <strong>located in Haryana<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li><li>The railway was <strong>built under the direction of Herbert Septimus Harington between 1898 and 1903 to connect Shimla<\/strong>, the <strong>summer capital of India during the British Raj<\/strong>, with the rest of the Indian rail system.\u00a0<\/li><li>On 8 <strong>July 2008, UNESCO added the Kalka\u2013Shimla railway to the mountain railways of India<\/strong> World Heritage Site.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_Information\"><\/span><strong>More Information:&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Indian Railways introduced a <strong>luxurious seven-coach Vistadome train named Him Darshan Express in 2019 on the historic Kalka-Shimla route.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/article\/explained\/explained-history\/story-of-kalka-shimla-railway-8898142\/#:~:text=Damage%20to%20the%20KSR%20isn,however%2C%20services%20resumed%20within%20days.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indian Express<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kanniyakumaris_Matti_Banana\"><\/span><strong>Kanniyakumari\u2019s Matti Banana<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: <\/strong>GS \u2013 1 Geography\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_news-2\"><\/span><strong>Why in news? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently, The Matti banana variety, native to the Kanniyakumari district was granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/f952affe-67bb-4172-a67a-09e484be7496\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About-3\"><\/span><strong>About:<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is known for its <strong>unique characteristics that thrive only in the specific climate and soil conditions of its native region<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li><li>The Matti banana <strong>flourishes due to the area\u2019s special conditions, producing a slightly larger-than-human finger-sized fruit with a sweet fragrance and honey-like taste<\/strong> that can\u2019t be replicated elsewhere.\u00a0<\/li><li>There are <strong>six known types of Matti bananas<\/strong>, each with unique attributes like colour, aroma, and taste.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>They are <strong>indigenous to Kanniyakumari<\/strong>, where it thrives in the unique climate and soil.\u00a0<\/li><li>They are <strong>known as \u2018Baby Banana\u2019<\/strong> which <strong>flourishes mainly in Kalkulam and Vilavancode taluks.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>Its <strong>low total soluble solids content (TSSC) recommends it as a baby food<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li><li>The uniqueness of the Matti banana is attributed to a combination of factors including humidity, water, temperature, soil composition, and nutrient balance.\u00a0<\/li><li>Types of Matti Banana:\u00a0<ul><li><strong>Nal Matti<\/strong> boasts a yellowish-orange colour and fine aroma, while Theyn [honey] Matti\u2019s pulp tastes like honey.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Kal Matti<\/strong> gets its name from the calcium oxalate crystals forming in its pulp and black dots on the skin.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Nei Matti<\/strong> exudes the aroma of ghee, and Sundari Matti, a Matti clone, with its elongated fingers, thick peel, and creamy white rind, is facing extinction.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/national\/tamil-nadu\/kanniyakumaris-matti-is-distinct-with-fragrance-and-honey-like-taste\/article67206980.ece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Hindu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Third-longest_monsoonal_break_in_this_century_has_ended\"><\/span><strong>Third-longest monsoonal break in this century has ended<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: <\/strong>GS \u20131 Geography\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_news-3\"><\/span><strong>Why in news? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the regional centre of India Meteorological Department, the current monsoon break that started on August 7, 2023, has finally ended.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/c597fe4e-afb1-4667-bedc-115d070424a2\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About-4\"><\/span><strong>About:<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A monsoonal break<strong> occurs when the monsoon trough shifts northward, leading to increased rainfall along the Himalayan foothills<\/strong> and parts of eastern India <strong>while suppressing rainfall in other regions.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>This happens especially in the core monsoon zone area or the region stretching from Gujarat in the west-to-West Bengal and Odisha in the east, where agricultural activities are rain-fed.&nbsp;<\/li><li>While <strong>meteorologically defined<\/strong>, climatologically, a monsoonal break is declared<strong> when the normalized rainfall anomaly index drops below -1 and persists for at least three consecutive days.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The current monsoon break was <strong>influenced by the developing El Ni\u00f1o and the absence of sub-seasonal weather pattern<\/strong>s that support rainfall.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This prolonged monsoon break is concerning, especially as it coincides with a ban on rice exports, a crucial Kharif crop.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_about_the_news\"><\/span>More about the news:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>This <strong>current monsoonal break makes it the third-longest for this century<\/strong> after 2002 and 2009.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>According to the data, in the last 73 years, there have been a total of 10 instances when the break spell has stretched over 10 days.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>The recent break had a significant impact<strong>, causing the all-India cumulative monsoon rainfall anomaly to drop from seven per cent above normal to six per cent below normal<\/strong> within a short period.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.downtoearth.org.in\/news\/climate-change\/third-longest-monsoonal-break-in-this-century-has-ended-91253#:~:text=The%20current%20monsoon%20break%20that%20started%20on%20August,third-longest%20for%20this%20century%20after%202002%20and%202009.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indian Express<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"North_Sea_Transition_Authority_NTSA\"><\/span><strong>North Sea Transition Authority (NTSA)<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: <\/strong>GS \u2013 1 Geography\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_news-4\"><\/span><strong>Why in news? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The U.K. plans to conduct more fossil fuel drilling in the North Sea, sparking concerns about its alignment with climate goals.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"blob:https:\/\/edukemy.com\/b290dbd2-c79f-4bac-bc4c-dbaafd397802\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About-5\"><\/span><strong>About:<\/strong>\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA), known as the Oil and Gas Authority (OGA) until March 2022, is a <strong>private company limited by shares wholly owned by the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero.\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>It is <strong>responsible for maximising the economic recovery of oil from the North Sea<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li><li>It is <strong>empowered to license and regulate activity in relation to oil and gas in the United Kingdom, <\/strong>including oil and gas exploration, carbon capture and storage, and offshore gas storage.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"North_Sea\"><\/span><strong>North Sea:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>North Sea, <strong>shallow, northeastern arm of the Atlantic Ocean<\/strong>, located <strong>between the British Isles and the mainland of northwestern Europe.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>The sea is <strong>bordered by the island of Great Britain<\/strong> to the southwest and west, the <strong>Orkney and Shetland islands <\/strong>to the northwest, <strong>Norway<\/strong> to the northeast, <strong>Denmark<\/strong> to the east, <strong>Germany and the Netherlands<\/strong> to the southeast, and <strong>Belgium and France<\/strong> to the south.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It is <strong>connected to the Atlantic by the Strait of Dover and the English Channel<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Almost the entire seabed of the North Sea is a continental shelf (depth of only about 200 meters).&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li>The geological formations beneath the North Sea, such as porous rocks and structural traps, provide suitable environments for the collection of oil and gas reserves.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_offshore_drilling_problematic\"><\/span>Why is offshore drilling problematic?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Offshore drilling is <strong>problematic due to its environmental risks, including threats to marine life, biodiversity, climate change, and ocean ecosystems.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_Information-2\"><\/span>More Information:&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The <strong>1958 Geneva Convention (which came into force in 1964) on the Continental Shelf was the first international legislation to establish the rights of countries over the continental shelves<\/strong> adjacent to their coastlines and paved the way for exploration in the North Sea.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehindu.com\/news\/international\/explained-drilling-in-the-north-sea-history-and-environmental-concerns\/article67204792.ece#:~:text=North%20Sea%20was%20awarded%20to,rig%2C%20collapsed%20in%20December%201965.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Hindu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"University_Grants_Commission_releases_draft_for_foreign_educational_institutes\"><\/span><strong>University Grants Commission releases draft for foreign educational institutes<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: <\/strong>GS \u2013 1 Indian Society\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_news-5\"><\/span><strong>Why in news? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently, The University Grants Commission (UGC) has released the draft UGC (Recognition and Grant of Equivalence to Qualifications obtained from Foreign Educational Institutions) Regulations, 2023.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About-6\"><\/span><strong>About:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The UGC\u2019s draft \u201cRecognition and Grant of Equivalence to Qualifications obtained from Foreign Educational Institutions) Regulations, 2023\u201d covers various aspects such as internationally relevant curricula, academic collaboration with foreign universities, and credit recognition under twinning arrangements.\u00a0<\/li><li>These are the new guidelines <strong>for assessing equivalence and accrediting degrees acquired from universities abroad.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>These <strong>criteria include restrictions on degrees acquired through distance learning, online learning, and franchise agreements.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>The guidelines <strong>come as foreign universities establish campuses in India<\/strong> and <strong>Indian universities collaborate with international institutions<\/strong> for dual or joint degree programs.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aim\"><\/span>Aim&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The revised draft <strong>aims to help universities and colleges plan for academic, administrative, and financial self-reliance.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>With the goal of <strong>facilitating smooth student mobility<\/strong>, it has developed comprehensive guidelines to create a strong and transparent framework.&nbsp;<\/li><li>This framework will <strong>facilitate the recognition of foreign qualifications and the granting of equivalency to such credentials.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The conditions for recognizing the equivalence of qualifications obtained from foreign institutions include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The <strong>foreign institution should be duly recognized in its home country<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The <strong>program must have been pursued through regular, in-person instruction<\/strong> (not online or distance learning).&nbsp;<\/li><li>Entry-level requirements for admission should be similar to corresponding programs in India.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The similarity of <strong>entry criteria will be evaluated based on factors like program duration, credit requirements, and evaluation processes.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/li><li>Equivalence of credit definition (contact hours, self-study hours, etc.) will be established first.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_Information-3\"><\/span><strong>More Information:&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Qualifications obtained from offshore campuses under dual or joint degree programs will be recognized if they meet accreditation requirements in both the host country and the country of origin.\u00a0<\/li><li>Qualifications obtained through franchise arrangements will not be considered for recognition or equivalence. School-level qualifications obtained from schools affiliated with foreign boards will be recognized if pursued through regular mode and meet specific criteria.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/education\/news\/university-grants-commission-releases-draft-for-foreign-educational-institutions\/articleshow\/102839651.cms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The times of India<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_has_started_manufacturing_38_APIs\"><\/span><strong>India has started manufacturing 38 APIs<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><strong>Tags: <\/strong>GS \u2013 3 Indian Economy\u00a0<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_in_news-6\"><\/span><strong>Why in news? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India has started manufacturing 38 active pharmaceutical ingredients, or APIs, in the past 1.5 years.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About-7\"><\/span><strong>About:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>This achievement has been facilitated through the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for the pharmaceutical sector.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Active_Pharmaceutical_Ingredients_APIs\"><\/span><strong>Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs):<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>APIs are the <strong>active components in a pharmaceutical drug that produces the required effect on the body to treat a condition.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>APIs are produced <strong>by processing chemical compounds<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>In a biologic drug<\/strong>, the active ingredient is<strong> known as a bulk process intermediate (BPI).<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>In the context of drug development and manufacturing, <strong>APIs are the key active components that interact with specific receptors or target molecules in the body<\/strong> to bring about the desired physiological or therapeutic response.\u00a0<\/li><li>All drugs are made up of two core components:\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API),<\/strong> which is the central ingredient, and\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Excipients.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li>They are <strong>substances other than the drug that helps deliver the medication to your system.<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Excipients are chemically inactive substances, <\/strong>such as lactose or mineral oil.\u00a0<\/li><li>Example: For instance, if you have a headache, acetaminophen is the API, while the liquid in the gel-capsule or the bulk of a pill is the excipient.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_Information-4\"><\/span><strong>More Information:<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>India\u2019s dependence on a single country for the import of 95% of these APIs was reevaluated after the 2017 border standoff with China at Doklam.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li><li>The move towards self-reliance in producing active pharmaceutical components is seen as a strategic shift to reduce dependency on a single source for critical medical supplies.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/education\/news\/university-grants-commission-releases-draft-for-foreign-educational-institutions\/articleshow\/102839651.cms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Economic Times<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_daily_current_affairs\"><\/span>Q: What are daily current affairs? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Daily current affairs refer to the most recent and relevant events, developments, and news stories that are happening around the world on a day-to-day basis. These can encompass a wide range of topics, including politics, economics, science, technology, sports, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Why_is_it_important_to_stay_updated_with_daily_current_affairs\"><\/span>Q: Why is it important to stay updated with daily current affairs? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Staying updated with daily current affairs is crucial because it helps individuals make informed decisions in their personal and professional lives. It enables people to understand the world around them, stay aware of significant events, and engage in informed discussions about important issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Where_can_I_access_daily_current_affairs_information\"><\/span>Q: Where can I access daily current affairs information? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: There are various sources for daily current affairs, including newspapers, news websites, television news broadcasts, radio programs, and dedicated apps or newsletters. Social media platforms are also widely used to share and access current affairs information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_How_can_I_effectively_incorporate_daily_current_affairs_into_my_routine\"><\/span>Q: How can I effectively incorporate daily current affairs into my routine? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: To incorporate daily current affairs into your routine, consider setting aside specific times each day to read or watch news updates. You can also subscribe to newsletters or follow news apps to receive curated content. Engaging in discussions with peers or participating in online forums can further enhance your understanding of current events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_are_some_tips_for_critical_analysis_of_daily_current_affairs\"><\/span>Q: What are some tips for critical analysis of daily current affairs? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: When analyzing daily current affairs, it&#8217;s essential to cross-reference information from multiple sources to ensure accuracy. Additionally, consider the source&#8217;s credibility and bias, if any. 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