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Cabinet Approves Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban 2.0
On August 9, 2024, the Union Cabinet approved a new version of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U) program. This program is designed to help one crore (10 million) urban poor and middle-class families find housing. PMAY-U, also known as ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
India Plans LLP Act Changes to Boost Domestic Audit Firms
India’s government is considering changes to the Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) Act and related rules to strengthen domestic accounting firms. The goal is to make it easier for these firms to merge and grow larger, potentially creating big domestic audit ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
Maharashtra Cabinet Approves Logistics Policy 2024
The Maharashtra Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, has approved the Maharashtra Logistics Policy 2024. This policy is designed to boost the state’s economy by generating about ₹30,573 crore in revenue and creating around 500,000 jobs over the next ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
Waqf Board Amendment Bill 2024
The Union government’s proposed changes to the Waqf Boards Act of 1995 have caused a big political argument in India. Opposition parties are worried that these changes could harm the rights of the Muslim community to manage their lands and ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
Broadcast Services Bill 2024
The Indian Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has proposed a new law called the Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2024. This law aims to put strict rules on independent news creators who share content on digital platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
Boilers Bill 2024
On 2nd August 2024, the Union Cabinet approved the introduction of the Boilers Bill, 2024, in the Rajya Sabha. This new Bill aims to replace the old Boilers Act of 1923. The main purpose of the Bill is to update ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
What is Waqf Act?
There are ongoing discussions about a possible government bill to change the Waqf Act of 1995. This bill aims to improve accountability and transparency in Waqf boards and promote the inclusion of women in their administration. Understanding Waqf Boards Waqf ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
Lok Sabha Passes Appropriation Bill for Financial Year 2024-25
On 26th February 2024, the Lok Sabha passed the Appropriation (No. 2) Bill, 2024, allowing the Indian government to withdraw funds from the Consolidated Fund of India for the 2024-25 financial year. This followed discussions on budget allocations for several ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2024
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs