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India-EFTA Deal [3/3]

🔺Data Exclusivity:

✓One of the key concerns is the proposal to introduce an additional IP barrier—data exclusivity (DE)—which could potentially delay the manufacturing of generic versions of new medicines, biologics, and preventive HIV therapy for a defined period, even when there is no patent on the medicine.

✓The proposed data exclusivity provisions, insisted upon by EFTA nations, would prevent domestic generic drug manufacturers from utilizing data from preclinical tests and clinical trials conducted by the original patent holders.

🔺The Difference in Income Level:

✓There is a huge difference in per capita incomes between India (USD 2,500) and the EFTA countries (USD 60,000-70,000).

✓So an FTA must consider ways and means to provide equal opportunity for the latter to catch up.

🔺Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs):

✓Streamlining non-tariff barriers like differing product standards and technical regulations is crucial. Inconsistencies can create hurdles for businesses trying to export goods, as they may need to modify products to comply with regulations in each market.

🔺Domestic Resistance:

✓Some Indian sectors, particularly those facing competition from EFTA imports, might express concerns about job losses or unfair competition.

❗What Should be The Way Forward to Ensure the Success of The India-EFTA Deal?

🔹Addressing Asymmetries by Finding Common Ground :

🔅Investment Protection:

✓The deal should include provisions for the protection of investments, ensuring a conducive environment for businesses to invest and operate in each other's markets.

🔅Phased Reductions:

✓For sensitive sectors like agriculture, India could consider phased tariff reductions, allowing domestic producers time to adjust and become more competitive.

🔅Compensation Packages:

✓Tailored compensation packages for affected industries can ease concerns and provide support for necessary restructuring.

🔅Dispute Resolution Mechanism:

✓Establishing an effective dispute resolution mechanism is crucial to address any trade-related disputes that may arise and prevent escalation into trade conflicts.
Bridging the Regulatory Gap Through

🔹Streamlining for Efficiency :

🔅Reduce Non-Tariff Barriers:

✓Efforts should be made to reduce non-tariff barriers such as technical regulations, standards, and customs procedures that can hinder trade flows

🔅Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRAs):

✓Establishing MRAs for specific product categories can ensure products that meet one country's standards are automatically accepted by the other.

🔅Joint Technical Committees:

✓Forming joint committees dedicated to harmonizing technical regulations can expedite the process and promote consistency.

🔹Building Capacity By Providing Tools for Growth:

🔅Training and Skill Development:

✓Investing in training programs for customs officials and businesses on the new trade regime will ensure smooth implementation.

🔅Infrastructure Upgrade:

✓Upgrading customs infrastructure and logistics networks can handle the anticipated increase in trade volume efficiently.

🔹Fostering Collaboration With A Shared Vision:

🔅Regular Stakeholder Dialogues:

✓Maintaining regular dialogues between governments, businesses, and civil society can address concerns and ensure transparency.

🔅Knowledge Sharing Programs:

✓Encouraging knowledge exchange in areas like best practices and technological advancements can benefit both regions.

⁉️Conclusion

✓The deal presents a unique opportunity to forge a stronger, more integrated partnership that benefits both sides and sets a positive precedent for future trade agreements.

✓As India and EFTA countries embark on this exciting journey, the focus should remain on collaborative efforts, open communication, and a shared vision for a thriving economic partnership.

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🔸All recent deals and contracts of MoD

Hello future officers, hope you are doing well!

Here we are sharing all the recent deals and contracts signed my MoD in order to promote atamnirbarta in defence production.

1. 2400 Cr deal with BEL for Project Akashteer and Sarang systems

2. 9100 Cr deals for improved Akash Weapon Systems (AWS) and Swathi Radars

3. 1700 Cr deal with BAPL for procurement of next gen Maritime Mobile Batteries and BrahMos Missiles

4. 19600 Cr deal with Indian shipyards for 11 next gen offshore patrol vessels and 6 next gen missile vessels for IN

5. 1700 Cr deal with BEL for 13 Lynx U2 Fire control system for IN

6. 3000 Cr deal with BEL for procurement of 2 integrated electronic warfare systems Project Himshakti

7. 470 Cr deal with Ultra dimensions Pvt Ltd for modernization of naval aircraft yards at Goa and Kochi

8. 3700 Cr deal with BEL for medium power radars Arudhra and 129 DR-118 radar warning receivers

9. Women workforce in Indian Armed Forces

10. MoD approves 4th Positive Indigenisation List of 928 strategically-important Line Replacement Units/Sub-systems/Spares & Components

11. MOD Signs ₹500 Cr Contract to strengthen Indian Army's Communication System

12. MoD & HAL sign Rs 458 crore contract for two upgraded Dornier Aircraft for Indian Coast Guard

13. Self Reliance in Defence Sector

14. MoD inks Rs 19,000 crore contract with HSL for five Fleet Support Ships for Indian Navy

15. DAC approves AoN for nine capital acquisition proposals for the Armed Forces worth Rs 45,000 crore

16. MoD inks Rs 5,336.25 crore contract with BEL for procurement of Electronic Fuzes for Indian Army for 10 years

17. Several Landmark Decisions of Defence Acquisition Counsil(DAC) of 2023

18. Ministry of Defence signs contracts worth Rs 802 Crores for procurement of military equipment

19. MoD signs contract worth Rs.1,752 Cr with AWEIL for 463 Stabilised Remote Control Guns for Indian Navy & Indian Coast Guard

20. MoD inks contract worth Rs.2269.54 Cr with BEL to procure 11 Shakti Electronic Warfare Systems for Indian Navy

21. DAC clears capital acquisition proposals worth Rs 84,560 crore to boost the capabilities of the Armed Forces & Indian Coast Guard

22. Ministry of Defence signs five major capital acquisition contracts worth Rs 39,125.39 crore

23. MoD inks MoU with BEML Limited, BEL & MIDHANI for indigenous development of Advanced Fuelling & Control System for Engines for heavy duty applications

24. MoD signs contract worth over Rs. 2,890 cr with HAL for Mid Life Upgrade of 25 Dornier Aircraft of Indian Navy

25. MoD signs contracts worth Rs 8073 Cr with HAL for acquisition of 34 Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH) Dhruv Mk III for Indian Army & Indian Coast Guard

26. MoD inks contract with AVNL for 693 Armament Upgrades of Infantry Combat Vehicle BMP2 to BMP2M

27. Defence exports touch record Rs 21,083 crore in FY 2023-24, an increase of 32.5% over last fiscal; Private sector contributes 60%, DPSUs - 40%

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Ladies and Gentlemen, here we are sharing the links to the lecturette topics shared on the channel earlier.The list will be updated and added in the meantime.

1. Violence in Manipur

2. Criminalisation of Politics

3. Unseasonal Rains & It's Impact

4. Recent Deals of MoD

5. Same Sex Marriage

6. CAPF

7. India - Turkey Bilateral Relations

8. Defence Budget 2023

9. Extra Judicial Killing

10. LGBTQIA+ Community in India

11. ONDC and It's Potential

12. Uniform Civil Code(UCC)

13. Railway Accidents in India: Causes and Safety Measures

14. Flooding in North India

15. Chandrayaan-3

16. India's Economic Challenges

17. Communal Violence

18. 4th Anniversary of Abrogation of Article 370

19. One Nation, One Election

20. Water Scarcity in India

21. The Name Game: Bharat VS India

22. UNSC Reforms

23. Caste Census: The Need & Concern

24. Internet Shutdowns & It's Ramifications

25. India and Canada Ties at a Downturn

26. Women's Reservation Bill for Gender Equality

27. Israel - Palestine Conflict (Article - 1)

28. Israel - Palestine Conflict (Article - 2)

29. Press Freedom in India

30. China's Belt & Road Initiative

31. Rethinking Reservation Policy in India

32. India-Maldives Ties: Tale of A Diplomatic Tussle

33. Defence Budget 2024-25

34. Defence Ecosystem

35. Maritime Security

36. India - EFTA Deal

37. Iran - Israel Conflict: Instability in Middle East

38. Introspecting the South China Sea

39. West Asia : A Highly Miltrilized Region

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1.One year of Taliban 2.0

2.Jal Jeevan Mission

3.Chabahar Port

4.Refugee Crisis in India

5. India's Foreign Policy

6.Education Technology in India

7.India & NATO

8.Integration of NE States

9.US-China Conflict Over Taiwan

10.PM Gati Shakti Plan

11.Drug Menace in India

12.G20

13.Special Economic Zones

14.India & South Asia

15.Theaterisation of Armed Forces

16.New Space India Limited

17. Demographic Transition in India

18.Kargil Vijay Divas

19.Future of Agniveers

20.Social Media & Politics in India

21.Heatwaves in India

22.International North-South Transport Corridor(INSTC)

23.Death Behind Bars

24.Srilankan Crisis

25.India's Maritime Security

26.European Union

27.One Nation One Ration Card

28.India-Bangladesh Relations

29.Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG)

30.Agneepath Scheme

31.Tour of Duty Scheme

32.Israel-UAE Peace Deal

33.India-Afganistan Relations

34.India-Nepal Relations

35.NATO

36.Integrated Battle Groups

37.Global Food Crisis

38.India-France Relations

39.India-Germany Relations

40. 5G Technology

41. Quad

42.BharatNet Project

43.India-Mauritius Relations

44.Mullaperiyar Dam

45.Indigenisation of Armed Forces

46.AFSPA

47. India-Oman Relations

48. POSH Act:Sexual Harrasment in India

49. E-Waste Management

50. Education During Pandemic

51. UPI 123PAY

52. Indian Women in UN Peace Keeping

53. United Nation Environment Program (UNEP)

54. United Nation General Assembly (UNGA)

55. India-Rusaia Military Relations

56. India-UAE Relations

57. Artificial Intelligence

58. India & Unemployment

59. China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC)

60. Assam-Arunchal Pradesh Border Dispute

61. Manufacturing in Defence Sector

62. India-Israel Relations

63. Union Budget 2022

64. SAARC

65. BIMSTEC

66. Military Operations of India

67. Startup India Mission

68. BrahMos Missile

69. Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)

70. India-USA Relations

71. Non-Prolifetation Treaty(NPT)

72. BRICS

73. Security Covers in India

74. Sudan Crisis

75. I2U2:The West Quad

76.ASEAN

77. Indigenisation of Defence Forces

78. Nuclear Submarine Alliance:AUKUS

79. India-Myanmar Relations

80. Agni-P Missile

81. NO2 as a Pollutant

82. India's Missile Capabilities

83. Cyber Security

84. United Nations

85. Anti Tank Missiles

86. Medium Range Surface to Air Missile

87. Gallantry Awards

88. Cryptocurrency

89. S-400 Air Defence Missile System

90. Maoism

91. India and Rise of Turkism

92. Human Migration in India

93. Stubble Burning

94. COP-26

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1. MGNREGA

2. UPI

3. Indian Navy Submarines

4. Drug Abuse in India

5. Hunger Issue in India

6. Cyber Warfare

7. India-Bhutan Defence Relations

8. International Energy Agency

9. Nuclear Energy

10. Social Media & Youth

11. National Human Rights Commission

12. EU in Indo-Pacific

13. China-Taiwan Issue

14. India's Coal Crisis

15. India & Present Global Order

16. Defence Industrial Corridor

17. India - Srilanka Ties

18. Representative Judiciary in India

19. Internet Shutdown in India

20. NATGRID

21. Quad Group

22. Nipah Virus

23. Marital Rape

24. Rape Cases in India

25. Caste Based Census

26. DRDO

27. Ujjawala Scheme

28. Taliban

29. Temperature Rise in India

30. India-US Nuclear Deal

31. Indus Water Treaty

32. Education Emergency in India

33. IAC-1 Vikrant

34. Assam-Mizoram Issue

35. Abrogation of article 370

36. e-RUPI

37. India at UNSC

38. DigiLocker

39. Naga Insurgency

40. National Education Policy

41. Missile Man:Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam

42. India at Olympic Games

43. Anti Drone System

44. Military Intelligence of India

45. Laws for Surveillance in India

46. Indigenous Capabilities in Defence Production

47. Pegasus Malware

48. Uniform Civil Code-1

49. Brexit

50. Naga Peace Talks

51. India' Tibet Policy

52. Military Synergy

53. Dowry System in India

54. Digital Divide in Schools

55. Krishna River Dispute

56. CAPF's Turf

57. Speed Limits on Roads

58. Financial Action Task Force

59. NITI Ayog

60. Role of Social Media in Democracy

61. Religion & Patriarchy

62. India-Africa Relations

63. Project Seabird

64. Domestic Violence

65. Violence in Kashmir

66. Censorship of Films in India

67. Integrated Tri-service Theatre Command

68. Galwan: A year's Tale

69. Vaccine Hesitancy

70. One Nation One Election

71. Interpol & Mehul Choksi Issue

72. Global Vaccination Gap

73. Caste Based Violence against Women

74. Free speech & Privacy

75. Threats to Internal Security

76. Political Turmoil in Nepal

77. Galwan Valley Standoff

78. Planning for Future Pandemic Waves

79. India-Pakistan Trade Relations

80. FDI in India

81. Right to Life

82. Issues with Indian Judiciary

83. PM Mudra Yojana

84. Israel-Palestine Conflict

85. SIPRI report on Military Spending

86. American Exit from Afganistan

87. Health Service in India

88. Economic Impact of 2nd Covid Wave

89. Health Infrastructure Under Covid-19

90. India's Foreign Aid Policy

91. Aircrafts Operated by Indian Navy

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🔸SSB Lecturette Topics[5/5]🔸

Ladies and Gentlemen, here we are sharing the links to the lecturette topics shared on the channel earlier.The list will be updated and added in the meantime.

1. Violence in Manipur

2. Criminalisation of Politics

3. Unseasonal Rains & It's Impact

4. Recent Deals of MoD

5. Same Sex Marriage

6. CAPF

7. India - Turkey Bilateral Relations

8. Defence Budget 2023

9. Extra Judicial Killing

10. LGBTQIA+ Community in India

11. ONDC and It's Potential

12. Uniform Civil Code(UCC)

13. Railway Accidents in India: Causes and Safety Measures

14. Flooding in North India

15. Chandrayaan-3

16. India's Economic Challenges

17. Communal Violence

18. 4th Anniversary of Abrogation of Article 370

19. One Nation, One Election

20. Water Scarcity in India

21. The Name Game: Bharat VS India

22. UNSC Reforms

23. Caste Census: The Need & Concern

24. Internet Shutdowns & It's Ramifications

25. India and Canada Ties at a Downturn

26. Women's Reservation Bill for Gender Equality

27. Israel - Palestine Conflict (Article - 1)

28. Israel - Palestine Conflict (Article - 2)

29. Press Freedom in India

30. China's Belt & Road Initiative

31. Rethinking Reservation Policy in India

32. India-Maldives Ties: Tale of A Diplomatic Tussle

33. Defence Budget 2024-25

34. Defence Ecosystem

35. Maritime Security

36. India - EFTA Deal

37. Iran - Israel Conflict: Instability in Middle East

38. Introspecting the South China Sea

39. West Asia : A Highly Miltrilized Region

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🔸All recent deals and contracts of MoD

Hello future officers, hope you are doing well!

Here we are sharing all the recent deals and contracts signed my MoD in order to promote atamnirbarta in defence production.

1. 2400 Cr deal with BEL for Project Akashteer and Sarang systems

2. 9100 Cr deals for improved Akash Weapon Systems (AWS) and Swathi Radars

3. 1700 Cr deal with BAPL for procurement of next gen Maritime Mobile Batteries and BrahMos Missiles

4. 19600 Cr deal with Indian shipyards for 11 next gen offshore patrol vessels and 6 next gen missile vessels for IN

5. 1700 Cr deal with BEL for 13 Lynx U2 Fire control system for IN

6. 3000 Cr deal with BEL for procurement of 2 integrated electronic warfare systems Project Himshakti

7. 470 Cr deal with Ultra dimensions Pvt Ltd for modernization of naval aircraft yards at Goa and Kochi

8. 3700 Cr deal with BEL for medium power radars Arudhra and 129 DR-118 radar warning receivers

9. Women workforce in Indian Armed Forces

10. MoD approves 4th Positive Indigenisation List of 928 strategically-important Line Replacement Units/Sub-systems/Spares & Components

11. MOD Signs ₹500 Cr Contract to strengthen Indian Army's Communication System

12. MoD & HAL sign Rs 458 crore contract for two upgraded Dornier Aircraft for Indian Coast Guard

13. Self Reliance in Defence Sector

14. MoD inks Rs 19,000 crore contract with HSL for five Fleet Support Ships for Indian Navy

15. DAC approves AoN for nine capital acquisition proposals for the Armed Forces worth Rs 45,000 crore

16. MoD inks Rs 5,336.25 crore contract with BEL for procurement of Electronic Fuzes for Indian Army for 10 years

17. Several Landmark Decisions of Defence Acquisition Counsil(DAC) of 2023

18. Ministry of Defence signs contracts worth Rs 802 Crores for procurement of military equipment

19. MoD signs contract worth Rs.1,752 Cr with AWEIL for 463 Stabilised Remote Control Guns for Indian Navy & Indian Coast Guard

20. MoD inks contract worth Rs.2269.54 Cr with BEL to procure 11 Shakti Electronic Warfare Systems for Indian Navy

21. DAC clears capital acquisition proposals worth Rs 84,560 crore to boost the capabilities of the Armed Forces & Indian Coast Guard

22. Ministry of Defence signs five major capital acquisition contracts worth Rs 39,125.39 crore

23. MoD inks MoU with BEML Limited, BEL & MIDHANI for indigenous development of Advanced Fuelling & Control System for Engines for heavy duty applications

24. MoD signs contract worth over Rs. 2,890 cr with HAL for Mid Life Upgrade of 25 Dornier Aircraft of Indian Navy

25. MoD signs contracts worth Rs 8073 Cr with HAL for acquisition of 34 Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH) Dhruv Mk III for Indian Army & Indian Coast Guard

26. MoD inks contract with AVNL for 693 Armament Upgrades of Infantry Combat Vehicle BMP2 to BMP2M

27. Defence exports touch record Rs 21,083 crore in FY 2023-24, an increase of 32.5% over last fiscal; Private sector contributes 60%, DPSUs - 40%

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🔸SSB Lecturette Topics[5/5]🔸

Ladies and Gentlemen, here we are sharing the links to the lecturette topics shared on the channel earlier.The list will be updated and added in the meantime.

1. Violence in Manipur

2. Criminalisation of Politics

3. Unseasonal Rains & It's Impact

4. Recent Deals of MoD

5. Same Sex Marriage

6. CAPF

7. India - Turkey Bilateral Relations

8. Defence Budget 2023

9. Extra Judicial Killing

10. LGBTQIA+ Community in India

11. ONDC and It's Potential

12. Uniform Civil Code(UCC)

13. Railway Accidents in India: Causes and Safety Measures

14. Flooding in North India

15. Chandrayaan-3

16. India's Economic Challenges

17. Communal Violence

18. 4th Anniversary of Abrogation of Article 370

19. One Nation, One Election

20. Water Scarcity in India

21. The Name Game: Bharat VS India

22. UNSC Reforms

23. Caste Census: The Need & Concern

24. Internet Shutdowns & It's Ramifications

25. India and Canada Ties at a Downturn

26. Women's Reservation Bill for Gender Equality

27. Israel - Palestine Conflict (Article - 1)

28. Israel - Palestine Conflict (Article - 2)

29. Press Freedom in India

30. China's Belt & Road Initiative

31. Rethinking Reservation Policy in India

32. India-Maldives Ties: Tale of A Diplomatic Tussle

33. Defence Budget 2024-25

34. Defence Ecosystem

35. Maritime Security

36. India - EFTA Deal

37. Iran - Israel Conflict: Instability in Middle East

38. Introspecting the South China Sea

39. West Asia : A Highly Miltrilized Region

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