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Inter-Services Organisations (Command, Control and Discipline) Act, 2023: Recently, in a significant move to reform India’s defence architecture, the government notified the rules under the Inter-Services Organisations (Command, Control and Discipline) Act, 2023.
o The move is aimed at enhancing jointness, operational efficiency, and discipline within Inter-Services Organisations (ISOs) — integrated military commands or establishments composed of personnel from the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
o Empower ISO leadership to enable faster disposal of disciplinary cases and eliminate duplication of proceedings.
o The following officers will exercise full disciplinary and administrative control over personnel attached to their respective ISOs:
- Commander-in-Chief (CiC) of a Joint Services Command (JSC),
- Officer-in-Command (OiC) of an Inter-Service Establishment,
- Commanding Officer (CO) of an Inter-Services Unit.
o Each ISO may be headed by a CiC or OiC and must include personnel from at least two of the three services: Army, Navy, and Air Force.
o The Central Government will exercise superintendence over ISOs.
o It may issue directions on matters of national security, administration, or public interest.
o The rules define the Commanding Officer (CO) as the authority in command of a unit, ship, or establishment under an ISO.
Minimum Support Price (MSP) : Recently, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved an increase in the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for 14 major Kharif crops for the 2025–26 marketing season.
o This move aims to ensure remunerative returns to farmers and upholds the government’s commitment to maintaining MSP at 1.5 times the cost of production.
o Introduced during the Green Revolution in 1966-67 as part of agricultural reforms.
o Acts as a safety net to protect farmers from financial losses and helps maintain food security.
o Announced twice a year, before the Kharif (monsoon) and Rabi (winter) sowing seasons.
o The Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP) recommends MSP, which is then approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA).
o Provides assured prices, motivating farmers to produce staple crops and support food security.
o Acts as a buffer against price fluctuations, especially during the harvest season.
o Supports a strong agricultural sector, uplifting rural livelihoods and boosting the overall economy.
o Protects farmers from being compelled to sell their produce at unfair prices to traders.
TR1 cells : Recently, a study published in Science Immunology revealed that Type-1 Regulatory T cells (TR1) play a dominant role in the immune response against the malaria parasite Plasmodium falciparum.
o T cells: T cells are a type of white blood cell, also known as lymphocytes, that play a vital role in the immune system. They help immune system fight germs and protect you from disease. There are two main types.
- Cytotoxic T cells: Also called CD8+ cells because they have a CD8 receptor on their membranes. They destroy infected cells.
- Helper T cells: Also called CD4+ cells because they have a CD4 receptor on their membranes. Unlike cytotoxic T cells, helper T cells don’t kill cells directly. They send signals that direct other immune cells to fight infection.
o TR1 cells display strong clonal fidelity, meaning they maintain a consistent, specific response to the malaria parasite over time, exhibit long-lasting immunological memory.
RBI’s Remittances Survey: Recently, inward remittances to India touched a record high of $118.7 billion in 2023–24, according to the RBI’s Sixth Remittances Survey released in March.
o This amount surpassed FDI inflows and covered over half of the country’s merchandise trade deficit.
o This reflects a change in migrant profile — from low-skilled workers in West Asia to high-skilled professionals and students in developed countries.
o Large-value transactions (over ₹5 lakh) made up 29% of the total value, indicating growing reliance on high-earning individuals abroad.
o Digital modes now handle 73.5% of remittances, with transaction costs falling to 4.9%, though uneven digital access persists across countries.
o States like Maharashtra, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu receive over half the remittances, while poorer states get less than 6%, due to unequal migration infrastructure.
o Lack of household-level data limits understanding of how remittances are used — for consumption or long-term financial goals.
Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS): Recently, the Union Cabinet approved the continuation of the Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) for 2025–26.
o The scheme retains the 1.5% interest subvention on short-term agricultural loans to support farmers and strengthen rural credit.
o Launched in 2006–07 to enhance access to agricultural credit and reduce the burden of rural indebtedness(under Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare)
o Operated jointly by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and NABARD through various banking channels, including public and private sector banks, RRBs, and cooperative banks.
o banks and an additional 3% rebate for prompt repayment, bringing the effective rate down to 4%.
o The proposed Budget 2025–26 seeks to raise the eligible loan ceiling to ₹5 lakh to better meet expanding agricultural requirements.
o Offers a 2% interest concession on restructured loans in disaster-affected areas.
o The scheme currently supports over 7.75 crore KCC accounts, strengthening rural credit accessibility.
o The Kisan Rin Portal (KRP), introduced in 2023, streamlines the process for submitting and tracking interest subvention claims.
Deputy Speaker : Recently, for the first time in India’s parliamentary history, the Deputy Speaker post remained vacant throughout the entire Lok Sabha term from 2019 to 2024.
o There is now a chance that this important position may once again remain unoccupied in the 18th Lok Sabha.
o As per Article 93, he/she must be elected “as soon as may be” after the Lok Sabha is constituted, emphasizing timely election without undue delay.
o Holds office until resignation, removal, or disqualification under Article 94, ensuring continuity in parliamentary functioning.
o Chairs key parliamentary committees, including the Private Member’s Bill Committee and the House Budget Committee, to aid legislative review.
o Maintains impartiality by ensuring fair conduct, orderly debates, and protecting members’ rights, including those of the Opposition.
o Although the Constitution doesn’t set a strict deadline, delaying the election for years distorts the intended meaning of “as soon as may be.”
o It reflects a disregard for constitutional principles and parliamentary conventions.
o The vacancy centralizes procedural power within the ruling party, upsetting the institutional balance designed by the Constitution.
o Without a Deputy Speaker, sudden events like the Speaker’s resignation or incapacitation could disrupt parliamentary functioning.
o Ignoring the tradition of offering the role to the Opposition weakens consensus politics and damages democratic goodwill.
Karni Mata Temple: Recently, the Prime Minister made a visit to the Karni Mata Temple situated in Deshnok, a town located around 30 kilometers from Bikaner in Rajasthan.
o Karni Mata was highly respected by locals and invited by the Maharajas of Jodhpur and Bikaner to lay foundation stones for Mehrangarh and Bikaner Forts.
o She is worshipped as a manifestation of Goddess Durga by her followers.
o The Deshnok temple is the most famous among several dedicated to her, famously called the “Temple of Rats” due to the presence of about 25,000 rats, known as kabbas, that live and are worshipped there.
o White rats in the temple are especially revered, believed to be the reincarnations of Karni Mata and her sons.
o The current temple structure was built in the early 1900s under Maharaja Ganga Singh’s patronage.
o The temple features classic Rajputana architecture blended with Mughal influences, evident in its arched doorways.
o Its exterior is richly adorned with marble.
o The main entrance includes newly added doors made entirely of solid silver.
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