Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah Focuses on Health Aspects of Fertilizers National Cooperative Organics Limited (NCOL) Overview Organic Farming Organic farming also referred to as ecological or biological farming is a way of farm operation that incorporates naturally available, non-synthetic input like compost manure, green manure, and bone mealCrop rotation, intercropping, and growing companions. Encouragement of biologically controlled pests: promotion of beneficial insects .Arise in the early 20th century. In a response to increasing rapidly changes in farming system.
2. Fertilizers are source of several diseases; switch to organic farming, says Amit Shah
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah Focuses on Health Aspects of Fertilizers National Cooperative Organics Limited (NCOL) Overview
1. India needs to hike domestic fertilizer output to offset unstable market: Economist
India’s Agricultural Adaptation to Climate Change Challenges
India’s FDI
Understanding Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Definition and Nature of FDI: Government Initiatives to Boost FDI FDI is a major non-debt financial resource for the economic development of India • The components of FDI are equity capital, reinvested earnings, and intra-company loans. • FDI routes include automatic route, government route, and the Foreign Investment Facilitation Portal (FIFP). • Relaxation of FDI norms across sectors, ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ campaigns, and launch of schemes attracting investments. • Higher FDI inflows have been possible due to liberal and attractive policy regime, a good business climate, and reduced regulatory framework. Retaining Growth • Government policies/decisions are crucial in creating a conducive environment for global investors. • A sound trade policy and level playing field are necessary for continued foreign investments.
6. India plans to raise FDI limit to 100% in insurance, amend key provisions of 1938 Act
Indian Finance Ministry Proposes Amendments to Insurance Act of 1938 • The Finance Ministry proposes amending the Insurance Act of 1938. • To increase foreign direct investment (FDI).• The amendments will promote policyholders’ interests, enhance financial security, facilitate entry of more players, and enhance insurance penetration.• The requirement of net-owned funds for foreign re-insurers will be reduced from ₹5,000 crore to ₹1,000 crore. • FDI limit in Indian insurance companies will be hiked from 74% to 100%.• The Insurance Act of 1938 provides the legislative framework for insurance in India and regulates the relationship between insurers, policyholders, shareholders, and the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI). India’s FDI Understanding Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) • FDI is made by a firm or individual one country into business interests located in another country. Government Initiatives to Boost FDI FDI is a major non-debt financial resource for the economic development of India. • The components of FDI are equity capital, reinvested earnings, and intra-company loans. • FDI routes include automatic route, government route, and the Foreign Investment Facilitation Portal (FIFP). • Relaxation of FDI norms across sectors, ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ campaigns, and launch of schemes attracting investments. • Higher FDI inflows have been possible due to liberal and attractive policy regime, a good business climate, and reduced regulatory framework. Retaining Growth • Government policies/decisions are crucial in creating a conducive environment for global investors. • A sound trade policy and level playing field are necessary for continued foreign investments.
1. India drops two places but remains among top 10 climate performers: Report
India’s Climate Change Actions Rankings Key Findings Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) 2025 report is released by think tanks Germanwatch, New Climate Institute, and Climate Action Network International. About CCPI
European Free Trade Association (EFTA)
India-EFTA Deal: A New Chapter in Trade Agreements The new tripartite Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement sign by India and EFTA. European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Trading of EFTA with India India exported USD 1.92 billion worth of goods to EFTA countries in 2022-23, and imports stood at USD 16.74 billion. Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) The objectives: Coverage: Key Take-Aways: Importance of India-EFTA Deal Economic Growth and Employment Generation: Beyond Trade: Long-Term Benefits Important Issues: India-EFTA Agreement Suggested Solutions: India-EU Relation
Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Council Formation
The GST or Goods and Services Tax is a consumption-based value addition for most goods and services available for domestic consumption. This tax paid by consumers is remitted to the government by the business selling the goods and services. Main Features of GST Background and Establishment Vision and Mission Composition of the Council Functions of the Council
4. ‘GST spurring fresh tax terrorism,’ says former CEA Arvind Subramanian
Former Chief Economic Adviser Arvind Subramanian Criticizes GST GST Implementation and Council Formation Background and Establishment Vision and Mission Composition of the Council Functions of the Council
3. Stricter adherence to Sa-Dhan guidelines leads to better discipline in microfinance sector
Microfinance Portfolio Drops in Sa-Dhan Sa-Dhan: Self-Regulatory Organization for Microfinance Institutions Source:
