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πŸ”† Simplified Compliance Under the DPDP Act for Start-ups

πŸ“ Why in Focus?
Govt has notified DPDP Act 2023 & DPDP Rules 2025, introducing an easier compliance system for start-ups and certain data fiduciaries.

πŸ“ Key Highlights:
βœ… Rules notified on 13 Nov 2025 with implementation timelines.
βœ… Digital Data Protection Board constituted for enforcement.
βœ… Simplified compliance framework created for start-ups & select data fiduciaries.
βœ… Govt empowered to restrict transfer of personal data to specific jurisdictions.
βœ… Mass awareness efforts: workshops, expert sessions, conferences & digital outreach to educate citizens.

πŸ“ Implications:
βœ… Reduces compliance burden on start-ups.
βœ… Strengthens data protection governance.
βœ… Builds citizen awareness on rights.
βœ… Mains Question:
Discuss how the DPDP Act 2023 and its Rules seek to balance data protection with ease of compliance for start-ups. (150 words)

✨ #GS2 #GS3
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India’s Solar Momentum

129 GW solar push takes non-fossil share beyond 50% of total installed capacity


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πŸ”† Health Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025

πŸ“ Key Features
β€’ βœ… Introduces a capacity-based excise cess on manufacturing (starting with pan masala; extendable).
β€’ βœ… Revenue dedicated to Public Health + National Security via the Consolidated Fund of India.
β€’ βœ… Cess calculation depends on machine speed, number of packing machines & pack weight.
β€’ βœ… Manual processes charged at a fixed rate.
β€’ βœ… Mandatory registration, machinery declaration, and monthly return/payment by 7th.
β€’ βœ… 15+ day shutdown abatement allowed.
β€’ βœ… Strong enforcement tools: inspection, search, seizure, arrest, penalties.
β€’ βœ… Appeals structure: Appellate Authority β†’ Tribunal β†’ High Court β†’ Supreme Court.

πŸ“ Why It Matters
β€’ βœ… Creates a stable, transparent revenue stream for two critical sectors.
β€’ βœ… Ensures high-risk sectors contribute proportionally.
β€’ βœ… Strengthens compliance through a clear, rule-based framework.

✍️ Mains Question (GS3 – Economy / Internal Security)
Q. The Health Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025 aims to create a predictable fiscal base for public health and national security. Discuss the significance of adopting a capacity-based cess system and evaluate the key challenges in its enforcement.

#Gs3 #Security

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πŸ”† Export Promotion Mission (EPM)


πŸ“ Why in Focus?
Govt launches a β‚Ή25,060 cr, 6-year mission to boost exportsβ€”especially MSMEs & labour-intensive sectors.

πŸ“ Key Highlights:
βœ… One unified digital export-support system via DGFT
βœ… Two pillars: Niryat Protsahan (finance) & Niryat Disha (markets, compliance, branding)
βœ… Focus on tariff-hit sectors + low-export districts
βœ… β‚Ή20,000 cr credit guarantee + RBI relief (moratorium, 450-day export credit, FEMA relaxations)

πŸ“ Implications:
βœ”οΈ Cheaper trade finance
βœ”οΈ Better export readiness & branding
βœ”οΈ Stronger MSME competitiveness

βœ… Mains Question:
How does the Export Promotion Mission strengthen India’s export ecosystem, especially for MSMEs?

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πŸ”† Satellite-Based Crop Monitoring (FASAL)

πŸ“ Why in Focus?
Govt highlighted expansion of satellite-driven crop estimation for PMFBY and national forecasting.

πŸ“ Key Highlights:
βœ… MNCFC uses multispectral & microwave data for 11 major crops.
βœ… Coverage: 20 states / 557 districts.
βœ… Supports PMFBY via CCE planning & YES-Tech yield estimation.
βœ… ISRO–DA&FW collaboration for new crop models & R&D.
βœ… Ground data collection by State Agriculture Depts.

πŸ“ Implications:
βœ… More accurate & transparent yield estimates.
βœ… Faster PMFBY claim settlement.
βœ… Strengthens data-driven agriculture.

βœ… Prelims Question:
FASAL crop forecasts are generated by:
A. ICAR
B. MNCFC
C. FCI
D. IMD
Ans: B

βœ… Mains Question:
How does satellite-based monitoring under FASAL improve crop yield estimation and support PMFBY? (150 words)

#GS3 #GS2 #Agriculture

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πŸ”† AI-Based Monsoon Forecasting Scheme

πŸ“ Why in Focus?
Govt tested an AI-driven monsoon onset forecast pilot across 13 states for Kharif 2025.

πŸ“ Key Highlights:
βœ… Used blended AI models: NeuralGCM, ECMWF AIFS, & 125-year IMD data.
βœ… Forecasts (local monsoon onset) sent via M-Kisan SMS to 3.88 crore farmers in 5 languages.
βœ… 31–52% farmers changed sowing plans based on forecasts.
βœ… Pilot done with Development Innovation Lab–India; no financial assistance involved.

πŸ“ Implications:
βœ… Helps timely sowing & better farm decisions.
βœ… Reduces climate-risk exposure for farmers.
βœ… Strengthens shift to AI-enabled agri-advisories.

βœ… Prelims Question:
Which platform delivered AI-based monsoon forecasts to farmers?
A. e-NAM
B. M-Kisan
C. PM-KISAN
D. AgriStack
Ans: B

βœ… Mains Question:
Assess the significance of AI-based monsoon onset forecasting for improving climate-resilient agricultural planning. (150 words)

#GS3 #GS2 #environment
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πŸ”† School-Level Innovation Under NEP 2020

πŸ“ Key Highlights
βœ… NEP 2020 shifts schools from rote learning to inquiry & creativity.
βœ… 10,000+ Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs) operational; 50,000 more being rolled out (2025–26).
βœ… 1.1 crore students engaged; 16 lakh+ innovation projects created.
βœ… Ecosystem strengthened through School Innovation Council (SIC), SIATP teacher training, INSPIRE-MANAK, hackathons & Viksit Bharat Buildathon.
βœ… ATLs + AICs + ACICs together create a pipeline from school innovators to startups.

πŸ“ Why It Matters?
⚑ Builds 21st-century skillsβ€”critical thinking, STEM, entrepreneurship.
⚑ Drives inclusive innovation, reaching rural & underserved schools.
⚑ Aligns education with Viksit Bharat 2047 goals.

πŸ“ Mains Question:
Discuss how NEP 2020 and AIM-led initiatives such as ATLs, SIC, and INSPIRE-MANAK are transforming India’s school education landscape into an innovation-driven ecosystem. (150 words)

✨ #GS2
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πŸ”† Govt Enhances Anti-Doping Efforts (NADA)

βœ… Testing capacity expanded β€” 7,751 dope tests planned in 2025 (higher than 2024 & 2023).
βœ… NIDAMS portal launched β€” digitalises athlete testing, orders, DCO availability & improves transparency per WADA norms.
βœ… Major initiatives:
β€’ Awareness & education for athletes/coaches.
β€’ Anti-doping booths at events; on-site training at HPTCs.
β€’ In-competition & out-of-competition testing; RTP compliance.
β€’ Collaboration with NSFs, SAI & academia.
β€’ Social media tools: KYM app, ADEL.
β€’ Continuous updates via media on rules & prohibited substances.

πŸ“ Goal
Strengthen testing, awareness & digital governance to ensure India meets global anti-doping standards.

πŸ“ Mains Question
Examine the role of digital governance in strengthening India’s anti-doping ecosystem.

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#prelims #governance
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πŸ”† Banas Dairy: Circular Economy Push to Boost Farmer Income


πŸ“ Why in Focus?
Amit Shah inaugurated Bio-CNG & fertilizer plants of Banas Dairy and announced major steps for White Revolution 2.0.

πŸ“ Key Highlights:
βœ… New Bio-CNG, fertilizer, paneer & protein plants launched to build a circular dairy economy
βœ… Aim: 20% income rise for dairy farmers through waste-to-wealth (manure, biogas, electricity)
βœ… Banas Dairy now a β‚Ή24,000-crore cooperative, driven largely by women
βœ… Push for high-value dairy products, local feed manufacturing, and financial services via micro-ATMs
βœ… White Revolution 2.0 backed by Gokul Mission, NDDB plans, AHD infrastructure fund

πŸ“ Implications:
βœ”οΈ Strong model of cooperative-led rural prosperity
βœ”οΈ Circular economy to enhance farmer income & sustainability
βœ”οΈ Can be scaled as a national template

βœ… Mains Question:
How can cooperative-driven circular economies transform rural livelihoods in India? Discuss with reference to the Banas Dairy model.

✨ #GS3 #Economy



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πŸ”† Steps to Check Ground-Level Ozone

πŸ“ Why in News?
Government outlined measures to control NOx and VOC emissions β€” the key precursors of harmful ground-level ozone.

πŸ“ Key Highlights (Ultra-Short)
βœ… BS-VI vehicles: 70–87% reduction in NOx emissions across categories.
βœ… Push for EVs via PM-E Drive & PM e-Bus Sewa.
βœ… NCAP for 130 cities targeting dust, vehicular emissions, waste burning & industrial pollution.
βœ… Updated industrial NOx/VOC standards across multiple sectors.
βœ… Vapour recovery systems installed at high-volume fuel pumps (incl. Delhi-NCR).
βœ… Ban on biomass/garbage burning; stronger waste-management rules.
βœ… Continued control of ozone-depleting substances under ODS Rules.

πŸ“ Implications
A multi-sectoral approach focusing on cleaner fuels, EV adoption, industrial regulation, and urban air-quality management.

πŸ“ Mains Question
What measures can effectively curb ground-level ozone formation in Indian cities?

#GS3 #prelims #environment

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πŸ”† Gyan Bharatam Initiative

πŸ“ Why in News?
The Ministry of Culture launched Gyan Bharatam, a major national programme to digitize and preserve India’s manuscript heritage.

πŸ“ Key Highlights (Ultra-Short)
βœ… Covers 1 crore+ manuscripts with AI-enabled National Digital Repository.
βœ… Govt sanctions β‚Ή491.66 crore (2025–2031) for survey, digitization & conservation.
βœ… 31 institutions onboard; 19 Cluster Centres + 12 Independent Centres.
βœ… 3.5 lakh manuscripts already digitized.
βœ… Delhi Declaration commits to large-scale access, modern conservation & global collaboration.

πŸ“ Implications
Strengthens cultural preservation, boosts research, and positions India as a global hub for manuscript knowledge.

πŸ“ Mains Question
How can large-scale digitization initiatives like Gyan Bharatam transform cultural preservation in India?

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πŸ”† Reduction in COβ‚‚ Emissions: Government Update

πŸ“ Why in News?
India’s latest BUR-4 report shows a 7.9% drop in national GHG emissions from 2019 to 2020.

πŸ“ Key Highlights (Ultra-Short)
βœ… Emission intensity of GDP reduced 36% (2005–2020).
βœ… Achieved NDC target of 50% non-fossil power capacity ahead of time.
βœ… Added 2.29 billion tonnes COβ‚‚ forest carbon sink.
βœ… Major push via solar, wind, hydrogen, EVs, green energy corridors, and battery storage.
βœ… GST on EVs cut to 5%, green plates & tax waivers to boost adoption.

πŸ“ Implications
India is progressing toward its 2070 net-zero pathway with clean energy expansion and lower carbon intensity.

πŸ“ Mains Question
Discuss India’s key strategies for reducing carbon emissions in line with its NDC and long-term climate goals.

#GS3 #prelims #environment

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πŸ”† UPI Recognized as World’s Largest Real-Time Payment System

πŸ“ Why in News?
IMF and ACI Worldwide confirm that UPI accounts for 49% of all global real-time payment transactions, the highest worldwide.

πŸ“ Key Highlights (Ultra-Short)
βœ… India processed 129.3 billion real-time payments β€” far ahead of Brazil, Thailand & China.
βœ… PIDF-backed infra β†’ 5.45 crore digital touchpoints deployed in tier-3 to tier-6 centres.
βœ… 56.86 crore QR codes enabled for 6.5 crore merchants.
βœ… Incentives for BHIM-UPI & expansion of RuPay-UPI deepen merchant adoption.

πŸ“ Implications
Strengthens India’s global leadership in digital payments and accelerates inclusive financial digitisation.

πŸ“ Mains Question
How has UPI transformed real-time digital payments in India and globally?

#GS3 #Economy
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