Perigee and Apogee:
Perigee is the point in the moon's elliptical orbit that is closest to the Earth. At perigee, the moon is at its smallest apparent size and its gravitational pull on the Earth is strongest.
Apogee is the point in the moon's elliptical orbit that is farthest from the Earth. At apogee, the moon is at its largest apparent size and its gravitational pull on the Earth is weakest.
Perigee is the point in the moon's elliptical orbit that is closest to the Earth. At perigee, the moon is at its smallest apparent size and its gravitational pull on the Earth is strongest.
Apogee is the point in the moon's elliptical orbit that is farthest from the Earth. At apogee, the moon is at its largest apparent size and its gravitational pull on the Earth is weakest.
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Source: Indian Express
Quite informative fact.
FY 2023-24 (Centre)
Tax to GDP Ratio: 11.7%
Direct Tax to GDP ratio: 6.6%
Indirect Tax to GDP ratio: 5.1%
Proportion of Direct : Indirect tax = 56.7: 43.3
[States tax to GDP ratio is approx. 5.5% of GDP]
FY 2024-25: (Provisional) Centre
Personal: Rs. 11.87 lakh crore
Corporate: Rs. 10.2 lakh crore
GST: Rs. 10.6 lakh crore
Other Indirect taxes (Customs, Excise...): Rs. 5.5 lakh crore
Our Personal income tax is progressive while Corporate income tax is proportional. But Indirect taxes (GST & others) are regressive. So, it is always a better policy that tax collection should be more from direct taxes (as compared to indirect taxes) which is exactly happening in the economy.
Tax Buoyance (% change in tax revenue/ % change in nominal GDP) has crossed 2 which is very good sign for the economy.
~ Vivek Sir
Quite informative fact.
FY 2023-24 (Centre)
Tax to GDP Ratio: 11.7%
Direct Tax to GDP ratio: 6.6%
Indirect Tax to GDP ratio: 5.1%
Proportion of Direct : Indirect tax = 56.7: 43.3
[States tax to GDP ratio is approx. 5.5% of GDP]
FY 2024-25: (Provisional) Centre
Personal: Rs. 11.87 lakh crore
Corporate: Rs. 10.2 lakh crore
GST: Rs. 10.6 lakh crore
Other Indirect taxes (Customs, Excise...): Rs. 5.5 lakh crore
Our Personal income tax is progressive while Corporate income tax is proportional. But Indirect taxes (GST & others) are regressive. So, it is always a better policy that tax collection should be more from direct taxes (as compared to indirect taxes) which is exactly happening in the economy.
Tax Buoyance (% change in tax revenue/ % change in nominal GDP) has crossed 2 which is very good sign for the economy.
~ Vivek Sir
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Article 6A:-. [ Special provisions as to citizenship of persons covered by the Assam Accord.]
Article 6A of the Citizenship Act was inserted by the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 1985.
Purpose:-
Section 6A was introduced to address the citizenship status of people who migrated from Bangladesh to Assam.
Provisions:-
Section 6A granted citizenship to people of Indian origin who came to Assam before January 1, 1966. It also granted citizenship to people who came to Assam between January 1, 1966, and March 25, 1971, after 10 years of residence. People who came to Assam after March 25, 1971, were to be deported.
Justice Pardiwala, the sole dissenter, held that the provision was unconstitutional and clarified that it had a prospective effect.
Article 6A of the Citizenship Act was inserted by the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 1985.
Purpose:-
Section 6A was introduced to address the citizenship status of people who migrated from Bangladesh to Assam.
Provisions:-
Section 6A granted citizenship to people of Indian origin who came to Assam before January 1, 1966. It also granted citizenship to people who came to Assam between January 1, 1966, and March 25, 1971, after 10 years of residence. People who came to Assam after March 25, 1971, were to be deported.
Justice Pardiwala, the sole dissenter, held that the provision was unconstitutional and clarified that it had a prospective effect.
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India's clean energy transition is marked by ambitious targets and innovative technologies.
Renewable Energy Capacity:
India aims for 500 GW of renewable energy by 2030, with a potential increase to 1 TW by 2035. As of May 2024, installed capacity reached 191 GW, including 85 GW from solar power.
Green Hydrogen Initiative:
The National Green Hydrogen Mission targets 5 million metric tonnes of green hydrogen production by 2030, significantly reducing emissions in heavy industries, which contribute over 30% of India's carbon emissions.
Carbon Capture Technology:
Implementing CCUS can mitigate emissions from industrial processes, addressing India's status as the third-largest CO2 emitter with approximately 2.6 GT per annum.
Bioenergy Production:
Utilizing agricultural waste and municipal solid waste for energy generation addresses both energy needs and waste management. India generates about 62 million tons of municipal solid waste annually.
Smart Grid AI:
AI enhances energy network stability and predicts demand with high accuracy, optimizing supply
Intermittency Solutions:
By 2030, India will require approximately 38 GW of battery storage to manage renewable energy intermittency effectively.
Key Initiatives for Clean Energy Transition
1. National Solar Mission:
Launched in 2010, part of the National Action Plan on Climate Change.
Aims to achieve 100 GW of solar power capacity by 2022 (now extended to 300 GW by 2030).
2. National Wind-Solar Hybrid Policy:
Introduced in 2018 to promote hybrid projects that combine wind and solar energy.
Aims to optimize resource use and improve grid stability.
3. National Green Hydrogen Mission:
Announced in 2022, targeting 5 million metric tonnes of green hydrogen production by 2030.
Focuses on reducing emissions in heavy industries and promoting hydrogen as a clean fuel.
4. Perform, Achieve and Trade (PAT) Scheme:
Launched under the National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency.
Encourages energy-intensive industries to improve energy efficiency through a market-based mechanism.
5. FAME India Scheme
Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (FAME):
aims to promote electric vehicles (EVs) through subsidies and infrastructure development.
Phase II, launched in 2019, has allocated βΉ10,000 crore for EV adoption.
6. Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan:
The self-reliant India initiative includes provisions for boosting domestic manufacturing of solar panels and batteries.
Aims to reduce dependency on imports and enhance local capabilities.
7. National Biofuel Policy:
Aims to achieve 20% blending of ethanol in petrol by 2025.
Promotes the use of biofuels, including biodiesel and bioethanol, derived from agricultural waste.
8. State Action Plans on Climate Change (SAPCC):
Each state is required to prepare its own action plan focusing on renewable energy and climate resilience.
Encourages local initiatives tailored to regional needs.
Renewable Energy Capacity:
India aims for 500 GW of renewable energy by 2030, with a potential increase to 1 TW by 2035. As of May 2024, installed capacity reached 191 GW, including 85 GW from solar power.
Green Hydrogen Initiative:
The National Green Hydrogen Mission targets 5 million metric tonnes of green hydrogen production by 2030, significantly reducing emissions in heavy industries, which contribute over 30% of India's carbon emissions.
Carbon Capture Technology:
Implementing CCUS can mitigate emissions from industrial processes, addressing India's status as the third-largest CO2 emitter with approximately 2.6 GT per annum.
Bioenergy Production:
Utilizing agricultural waste and municipal solid waste for energy generation addresses both energy needs and waste management. India generates about 62 million tons of municipal solid waste annually.
Smart Grid AI:
AI enhances energy network stability and predicts demand with high accuracy, optimizing supply
Intermittency Solutions:
By 2030, India will require approximately 38 GW of battery storage to manage renewable energy intermittency effectively.
Key Initiatives for Clean Energy Transition
1. National Solar Mission:
Launched in 2010, part of the National Action Plan on Climate Change.
Aims to achieve 100 GW of solar power capacity by 2022 (now extended to 300 GW by 2030).
2. National Wind-Solar Hybrid Policy:
Introduced in 2018 to promote hybrid projects that combine wind and solar energy.
Aims to optimize resource use and improve grid stability.
3. National Green Hydrogen Mission:
Announced in 2022, targeting 5 million metric tonnes of green hydrogen production by 2030.
Focuses on reducing emissions in heavy industries and promoting hydrogen as a clean fuel.
4. Perform, Achieve and Trade (PAT) Scheme:
Launched under the National Mission for Enhanced Energy Efficiency.
Encourages energy-intensive industries to improve energy efficiency through a market-based mechanism.
5. FAME India Scheme
Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (FAME):
aims to promote electric vehicles (EVs) through subsidies and infrastructure development.
Phase II, launched in 2019, has allocated βΉ10,000 crore for EV adoption.
6. Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan:
The self-reliant India initiative includes provisions for boosting domestic manufacturing of solar panels and batteries.
Aims to reduce dependency on imports and enhance local capabilities.
7. National Biofuel Policy:
Aims to achieve 20% blending of ethanol in petrol by 2025.
Promotes the use of biofuels, including biodiesel and bioethanol, derived from agricultural waste.
8. State Action Plans on Climate Change (SAPCC):
Each state is required to prepare its own action plan focusing on renewable energy and climate resilience.
Encourages local initiatives tailored to regional needs.
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An alarming sight greeted patients and doctors at a hospital in Bihar when a man walked in with a large snake draped around his neck.
Watch the viral video here: https://www.hindustantimes.com/trending/bitten-by-one-of-world-s-most-venomous-snakes-bihar-man-walks-to-hospital-with-reptile-around-neck-101729139456042.html
Watch the viral video here: https://www.hindustantimes.com/trending/bitten-by-one-of-world-s-most-venomous-snakes-bihar-man-walks-to-hospital-with-reptile-around-neck-101729139456042.html
Hindustan Times
Bitten by one of worldβs most venomous snakes, Bihar man walks to hospital with reptile around neck
In Bihar, Prakash Mandal arrived at a hospital with a Russellβs Viper snake draped around his neck after a bite.
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It is feasible to confront external threats, as long as the forces within our own ranks do not become unwitting instruments of their manipulation
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These People should learn some basic understanding like Plausible deniability when it comes to national security but they are continue defaming India on foreign soil. Atleast they should learn from Indira Gandhi
Plausible deniability is a strategy used by governments, intelligence agencies, or organizations to allow leaders or higher authorities to deny responsibility for any unlawful or covert activities carried out under their direction, usually by lower-level operatives. This concept is often applied in sensitive or covert operations where direct acknowledgment of involvement could have serious political, legal, or diplomatic consequences.
Plausible deniability is a strategy used by governments, intelligence agencies, or organizations to allow leaders or higher authorities to deny responsibility for any unlawful or covert activities carried out under their direction, usually by lower-level operatives. This concept is often applied in sensitive or covert operations where direct acknowledgment of involvement could have serious political, legal, or diplomatic consequences.
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Former diplomat says Indo-Canada is now an Indo-Canadian-US affair
https://www.cnbctv18.com/world/us-charges-against-vikash-yadav-india-canada-sikh-separatist-leader-19495367.htm
https://www.cnbctv18.com/world/us-charges-against-vikash-yadav-india-canada-sikh-separatist-leader-19495367.htm
CNBCTV18
Former diplomat says Indo-Canada is now an Indo-Canadian-US affair - CNBC TV18
According to former diplomat KC Singh, what initially seemed like an Indo-Canadian matter is actually an Indo-Canadian-US matter, with the United States playing a more significant role behind the scenes.
Butterfly Diversity Hub
Kaziranga Named Indiaβs Second Largest Butterfly Diversity Hub
Kaziranga National Park, renowned for its iconic one-horned rhinoceros, has now gained recognition as Indiaβs second-largest butterfly diversity hub. Following Namdapha National Park in Arunachal Pradesh, Kaziranga is home to an impressive 446 butterfly species.
Kaziranga Named Indiaβs Second Largest Butterfly Diversity Hub
Kaziranga National Park, renowned for its iconic one-horned rhinoceros, has now gained recognition as Indiaβs second-largest butterfly diversity hub. Following Namdapha National Park in Arunachal Pradesh, Kaziranga is home to an impressive 446 butterfly species.
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RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das says RBI maintains tight vigil on financial market and takes action when necessary - The Hindu
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Economy/reserve-bank-of-india-governor-shaktikanta-das-at-india-credit-forum/article68768788.ece
https://www.thehindu.com/business/Economy/reserve-bank-of-india-governor-shaktikanta-das-at-india-credit-forum/article68768788.ece
The Hindu
RBI maintains tight vigil on financial market and takes action when necessary, says RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das emphasizes vigilance over financial markets, takes regulatory action when necessary, not acting as policemen.