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As India accelerates towards becoming a $5 trillion economy by 2027, the transportation and the logistics sector is set to play a pivotal role in this journey.
Best Global Examples of Logistics SectorsSingapore: A Global Logistics Hub
Netherlands: Gateway to Europe
China: Scale and Innovation
United States: Logistics Powerhouse
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National Logistics Policy (NLP)
Comprehensive Logistics Action Plan (CLAP)
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India’s logistics sector is on the brink of transformation, driven by government reforms, technological advancements, and infrastructure development. By addressing challenges like high costs and fragmentation, and adopting global best practices, India can position itself as a globally competitive and sustainable logistics hub, boosting trade and economic growth.
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has sought a response from the Centre regarding the implementation of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) recommendations for controlling ozone levels in Delhi.
National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS)
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During the five-year term of the 17th Lok Sabha that ended in 2024, only 9.08 hours were spent on Private Members’ Bills, while the Rajya Sabha spent 27.01 hours on them during the period, shows an analysis by PRS Legislative Research.
PRS Legislative Research
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Feature | Private Member’s Bill | Public (Government) Bill |
Introduction | Can be introduced in either House of Parliament. | Can be introduced in either House of Parliament. |
Introduced By | Any MP who is not a Minister. | A Minister of the government. |
Chance of Approval in Parliament | Lesser chance of approval due to limited debate time and prioritization of Government Bills. | Greater chance of approval due to prioritization and party support. |
Implication of Rejection of the Bill | No effect on the government’s position. | Indicates a lack of parliamentary confidence and may lead to government resignation. |
Notice Period for Introduction | Requires one month’s notice before introduction. | Requires seven days’ notice before introduction. |
Drafting of the Bill | Drafted by the MP introducing it, often without departmental assistance. | Drafted by the concerned department in consultation with the Law Ministry. |
Objective | Represents the individual MP’s views or priorities. | Represents the policies and agenda of the government. |
Time Allocation | Scheduled during Private Members’ Business hours, typically Friday afternoons. | Prioritized over other business in parliamentary sessions. |
Historical Success | Only 14 Private Members’ Bills have become law since independence. | The majority of laws enacted are Government Bills. |
Recently RBI released its annual Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India 2023-24 under the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, RBI’s annual report and Financial Stability Report.
Report on Trend and Progress of Banking in India 2023-24
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The Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways recently announced that the cargo-handling capacity at Indian ports has increased by 87% over the last nine years.
Feature | Major Ports | Minor Ports |
Administration | Administered directly by the central government. | Administered by state governments. |
Legislation | Regulated by the Major Port Authorities Act, 2021. | Governed under the Indian Ports Act, 1908. |
Operational Model | Operate on a landlord model with private participation. | Managed by state departments or maritime boards. |
Jurisdiction | Under the central government’s jurisdiction. | Under state governments’ jurisdiction. |
Example | Jawaharlal Nehru Port (100% landlord model). | Various state-run ports like Hazira and Mundra. |
India’s refugee policy towards the Rohingya has garnered renewed attention due to a report highlighting the appalling living conditions faced by Rohingya refugees in detention camps across the country.
Principle of non-refoulement
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A recent study published in the journal Science sheds light on the devastating impact of the 2014-2016 Pacific marine heatwave “the Blob” on Alaska’s common murre seabirds (Uria aalge),
What Are Marine Heatwaves?
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About Common murre
About Alaska
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The Election Commission of India has released granular data for the Lok Sabha elections 2024 and simultaneous assembly elections held in four states namely Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Odisha and Sikkim
Election Commission of India
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Context: The 39th president of the United States, Jimmy Carter died at the age of 100 years on 29 December 2024.
Context: The Indian Army has installed a statue of the Maratha warrior Chhatrapati Shivaji on the bank of Pangong Lake.
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