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🔆 India’s AVGC–XR Sector: Rapid Expansion & Policy Push 📍 Introduction India’s AVGC–XR sector (Animation, VFX, Gaming, Comics & Extended Reality) is undergoing rapid growth, backed by major reforms, global partnerships, and dedicated institutions. 📍 Key Facts ✅ India’s M&E sector projected to cross USD 100 billion by 2030. ✅ India offers a 40–60% cost advantage in animation/VFX services. ✅ Overseas viewership forms 25% of Indian OTT audiences. 📍 Institutional Boost ✅ AVGC Promotion Task Force (2022) → recommended National AVGC–XR Mission; projected 20 lakh jobs. ✅ Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) (2024–25) established as National Centre of Excellence. • Industry partners: Google, Microsoft, NVIDIA, Netflix, Meta, Adobe. • Courses in gaming, VFX, XR; startup incubator WaveX launched. 📍 Policy Support ✅ Cinematograph (Amendment) Act 2023 → strong anti-piracy laws; age-based certification; permanent validity. ✅ State Policies: • Karnataka AVGC–XR Policy (2024–29) • Maharashtra AVGC–XR Policy (2025) with ₹3,268 crore outlay ✅ India Cine Hub → single-window film facilitation. ✅ WAVES Summit 2025 → ₹1,328 crore business pipeline; global partnerships. 📍 Global Competence ✅ Indian studios contributed to Avatar, Thor, Game of Thrones, RRR (2,800+ VFX shots). ✅ Rise of India-made games: Raji, Indus Battle Royale. 📍 Conclusion India is positioning itself as a global creative-tech hub, driven by strong policy frameworks, institutional capacity, and expanding industry talent. 🔹 UPSC Mains Question: “Discuss how recent institutional and policy initiatives are shaping India’s AVGC–XR sector. What steps are needed to strengthen India’s position in the global creative economy?” #economy

🔆 SFIO Safeguards Against Misuse of Summons & Notices 📍 Introduction ✅ The Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) has introduced digital safeguards to prevent impersonation and misuse of official summons/notices, ensuring authenticity and citizen protection. 📍 Key Features of the New Safeguards ✅ Digitally generated notices with QR Codes + DIN (Document Identification Number) for authentication. ✅ Physical notices allowed only in rare exceptional cases. ✅ Ensures transparency, reduces fraud, and strengthens corporate investigation integrity. ✅ Instant online verification mechanism introduced for citizens. 📍 Why These Measures Matter ✅ Prevents misuse during corporate fraud investigations under the Companies Act, 2013. ✅ Builds citizen confidence against fake or intimidating notices. ✅ Multi-layer review system adds additional oversight. 📍 Conclusion ✅ SFIO’s digital safeguards mark a major step towards secure, transparent, and citizen-centric corporate governance. 🔹 UPSC Mains Question “Digital safeguards introduced by SFIO aim to strengthen transparency and prevent impersonation. Examine their significance for corporate governance in India and suggest further measures to enhance trust and accountability.” #gs2 #polity #prelims #governance #polity_governance Join https://t.me/PIB_UPSC @upsc_polity_governance

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🔆 Indian Army Secures IPR for New Coat Combat (Digital Print) 📍 Introduction The Indian Army has obtained exclusive Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) for its newly developed Coat Combat (Digital Print), marking a major step in defence indigenisation and modern soldier gear design. 📍 Key Highlights ✅ Introduced: January 2025, after the new Combat Uniform launch. ✅ Developed by: NIFT Delhi for the Army Design Bureau. ✅ Design Registered With: Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trademarks, Kolkata. 📍 What the IPR Covers ✅ Protects both the design and the digital camouflage pattern. ✅ Ensures sole ownership by the Indian Army. ✅ Prevents unauthorised manufacturing, reproduction, or commercial use. ✅ Violations attract penalties under: • Designs Act, 2000 • Design Rules, 2001 • Patents Act, 1970 📍 Features of the New Coat Combat • Outer Layer: Digitally printed camouflage for durability & concealment. • Inner Jacket: Insulated, breathable mid-layer for warmth. • Thermal Layer: Regulates temperature & moisture in extreme weather. 📍 Significance ✅ Enhances comfort, mobility, and protection. ✅ Boosts India’s design protection & self-reliance under Atmanirbhar Bharat. ✅ Supports the Army’s Decade of Transformation (2023–2032). 📍 Conclusion The IPR-backed Coat Combat strengthens India’s indigenous defence ecosystem and ensures secure, high-quality soldier gear for diverse terrains. 🔹 UPSC Mains Question: “Discuss the significance of design protection and indigenisation in strengthening India’s defence manufacturing ecosystem. Illustrate with recent examples.” #Defence #security

🔆 SEZ Policy & Operational Challenges – Key Takeaways 📍 Introduction ✅ The Commerce Secretary met over 150 industry stakeholders in Chennai to address persistent challenges faced by SEZs & EOUs, aiming to improve ease of doing business and align SEZ policies with current global trade dynamics. 📍 Major Issues Highlighted by Industry ✅ SEZ–DTA Transactions: Confusion over rules, duty foregone norms & ICEGATE connectivity issues. ✅ Regulatory Bottlenecks: • Import monitoring system delays • Reverse job work hurdles for MSMEs • Ambiguity in vacant built-up area classification • Delay in renewal of LoA • Procurement attestation requirements differing from GST norms ✅ Parity Issues: SEZ units not receiving benefits available to DTA units under concessional duty & duty drawback schemes. ✅ Operational Problems: New procurement certificate inefficiencies, countervailing duties by the US, and QCO applicability concerns (e.g., KASEZ). 📍 Government Response ✅ Commerce Secretary assured detailed examination of each challenge. ✅ Emphasised data-driven policymaking, better connectivity (BSNL), and review of import monitoring systems. ✅ Stressed need for SEZ policy renewal to match: • Global value chain shifts • Rising DTA market demand • Impact of FTAs ✅ Reiterated commitment to create a dynamic, responsive, globally competitive SEZ ecosystem. 📍 Conclusion ✅ The Ministry will work towards flexible, efficient & globally aligned SEZ reforms, ensuring smoother operations for exporters, MSMEs, and developers. 🔹 UPSC Mains Question “Critically examine the structural and operational challenges faced by Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in India. How can data-driven policymaking and stakeholder engagement strengthen the SEZ ecosystem?” #economy Join https://t.me/PIB_UPSC https://t.me/Upsc_4_economy

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🔆 Record Foodgrain Output 2024–25 📍 Headline Numbers ✅ Total Foodgrain: 357.73 MT (All-time high; +8% from 2023–24) ✅ Increase in 10 years: +106 MT (251.54 → 357.73 MT) 📍 Major Crops — Record Highs • Rice: 150.18 MT • Wheat: 117.94 MT • Soybean: 15.26 MT • Groundnut: 11.94 MT 📍 Other Key Figures • Nutri/Coarse cereals: 63.92 MT • Maize: 43.40 MT • Millets (Shri Anna): 18.59 MT • Pulses: 25.68 MT • Chickpea: 11.11 MT • Moong: 4.24 MT • Oilseeds total: 42.99 MT (Record) • Rapeseed & Mustard: 12.66 MT • Sugarcane: 454.61 MT • Cotton: 297.24 lakh bales 📍 Government Focus • Push for Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission • MSP procurement assurance for tur, urad, chana, moong • Focus on farmer welfare + productivity 🔹 UPSC Mains Question: “Despite achieving record agricultural output, India continues to face structural constraints in pulses and oilseeds. Discuss.” #Agriculture

🔆 MoSPI Releases Discussion Paper on Methodological Improvements in National Accounts 📍 What’s the News? MoSPI has released a discussion paper on improving the compilation of National Accounts aggregates using the Production/Income Approach. 📍 New Base Year Announced ✅ FY 2022–23 chosen as the new base year ✅ New series of national accounts to be released on 27 February 2026 🔆 Key Points (Super Crisp) 📍 1. Why the Revision? • To include new data sources • Improve accuracy, coverage, and policy relevance of National Accounts • Strengthen GDP compilation methodology 📍 2. Advisory Committee (ACNAS) • Chaired by Prof. B.N. Goldar • Members from: Central Ministries, State Govts, Academia, Research Institutions • Tasked with advising on data sources + compilation methods 📍 3. What the Discussion Paper Covers • Changes in compilation of aggregates using: – Production approach – Income approach • Improvements in both nominal and real terms • First in a series — next paper will cover expenditure approach 📍 4. Stakeholder Consultation MoSPI invites feedback from: • Researchers • Academicians • State/Central Govts • Financial institutions • Users of national accounts data 📧 Email for feedback: ddg1.nad@mospi.gov.in ⏳ Deadline: 10 December 2025 🔆 UPSC Mains Question: “Why are periodic revisions in the base year of national accounts essential? Discuss the significance of methodological improvements in GDP compilation for economic policymaking.” #economy Join https://t.me/PIB_UPSC https://t.me/Upsc_4_economy

🔆 India’s First Major LPG Import Deal with the US 📍 Introduction India has signed its first-ever structured LPG import contract with the United States, marking a key milestone in diversifying energy sources. 📍 Key Highlights ✅ Indian PSUs will import 2.2 MTPA LPG from the US Gulf Coast in 2026 — nearly 10% of India’s annual LPG imports. ✅ Deal finalised after PSU teams from IOCL, BPCL, HPCL held discussions in the US (July 2025). ✅ Aimed at securing affordable & reliable LPG supplies amid global price volatility. ✅ Govt continues to shield families—Ujjwala beneficiaries pay only ₹500–550 per cylinder despite actual cost of ₹1100+. ✅ Govt spent ₹40,000 crore last year to protect households from rising LPG prices. ✅ Strengthens energy security + ensures access to clean cooking fuel. 📍 Conclusion A strategic move that enhances India’s energy resilience while supporting millions of households through stable LPG availability. 🔹 Mains Question “Assess the significance of India’s new LPG sourcing strategy with the United States. How does diversification of energy imports strengthen India’s energy security?” #Energy

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🔆 India Showcases Digital Inclusion Leadership at WTDC-25 📍 Key Highlights ✅ India presented its vision for a secure, inclusive global digital future at WTDC-25 (Baku). ✅ Emphasised global cooperation on cybersecurity and digital solidarity. ✅ Recalled India’s long partnership with ITU (since 1869). 📍 India’s Digital Strengths ✅ 1.2B telecom subscribers ✅ 1B internet users ✅ 1.4B digital identities ✅ 99% district 4G coverage ✅ Fastest 5G rollout globally ✅ Drives 46% of global digital transactions ✅ Lowest data tariffs worldwide 📍 Digital Safety Tools ✅ Sanchar Saathi + Fraud Risk Indicator: — Blocked 30M fake mobile connections — Prevented 6.6M fraud attempts 📍 India’s Message ➡️ Build a trusted, collaborative, inclusive global digital ecosystem. ➡️ Ensure no nation is left behind in digital growth. 📍 Mains Question “Evaluate how India’s digital public infrastructure can shape global digital inclusion.” #Economy

🔆 Defence Atmanirbharta: Record Production & Exports 📍 Record Defence Production & Exports ✅ Highest-ever defence production: ₹1.54 lakh crore (FY 2024–25) ✅ Indigenous defence production: ₹1,27,434 crore (FY 2023–24) ➡️ 174% jump from 2014–15 ✅ Defence exports: ₹23,622 crore (FY 2024–25) (from <₹1,000 crore in 2014) ➡️ Export basket now reaches 100+ countries 📍 Rise of Private Sector & MSMEs ✅ 16,000 MSMEs now part of defence ecosystem ✅ Private sector share: 23% (up from 21%) ✅ 788 industrial licences issued to 462 companies 📍 Policy Reforms Driving Growth • DAP 2020: Indian-IDDM priority, faster approvals, tech-led procurement • DPM 2025: Simplifies revenue procurement; digital, uniform, EoDB focus • FDI liberalised to 74% automatic / 100% govt route • Positive Indigenisation Lists • ₹1 lakh crore R&D & Innovation Scheme 📍 Defence Industrial Corridors • UP + Tamil Nadu corridors → ₹9,145 crore investment, 289 MoUs → Potential: ₹66,423 crore 📍 Record Defence Contracts • FY 2024–25: 193 contracts worth ₹2,09,050 crore → 177 contracts to Indian industry (₹1,68,922 crore) 📍 Major DAC Approvals (2025) • Indigenous T-90 engines, Varunastra torpedoes, AEW&C systems • Armoured Recovery Vehicles, EW systems, Surface-to-Air Missiles • MALE RPAs for tri-services • Landing Platform Docks, Naval Guns, ALWT torpedoes 📍 Why It Matters (Exam Angle) • Atmanirbhar Bharat • Strategic autonomy • Defence industrial base development • Export-led foreign policy tool • Procurement reforms (DAP/DPM) • MSME-led manufacturing ecosystem 🔹 UPSC Mains Question: “India’s defence production ecosystem is undergoing a structural transformation driven by procurement reforms and private sector participation. Discuss.” #Defence

🔆 GeM–UN Women MoU to Boost Participation of Women Entrepreneurs 📍 What Happened? Government e-Marketplace (GeM) + UN Women signed an MoU to increase women entrepreneurs’ participation in public procurement, especially from the informal sector. 📍 Purpose of the MoU ✅ Promote gender-responsive procurement ✅ Expand market access under GeM’s Womaniya initiative ✅ Enable women-led businesses & SHGs to supply directly to government buyers 📍 Key Features • GeM has created generic product categories for women-led enterprises — handicrafts, handloom, jute, bamboo, organic foods, home décor, office furnishings etc. • UN Women will: – design training modules – share global best practices – support validation criteria for women-led businesses – promote Womaniya – #VocalForLocal – support MSME Udyam registration – mobilise women trainers & connect women entrepreneurs with advisers 📍 Capacity Building & Market Access • GeM will run training programmes, onboarding workshops, vernacular materials • Build partnerships for entrepreneurship & decent work opportunities • Align women entrepreneurs with Government Labs / R&D institutes for product improvement 📍 Larger Goal Strengthen hyper-local market linkages Contribute to SDG 5 – Gender Equality & Empowerment of Women and Girl 🔹 UPSC Mains Question: “Gender-responsive procurement is emerging as a powerful tool for women’s economic empowerment in India. Discuss the significance of initiatives such as GeM’s Womaniya and the GeM–UN Women MoU.” #society https://t.me/PIB_UPSC https://t.me/upsc_society_gs🔆 GeM–UN Women MoU to Boost Participation of Women Entrepreneurs 📍 What Happened? Government e-Marketplace (GeM) + UN Women signed an MoU to increase women entrepreneurs’ participation in public procurement, especially from the informal sector. 📍 Purpose of the MoU ✅ Promote gender-responsive procurement ✅ Expand market access under GeM’s Womaniya initiative ✅ Enable women-led businesses & SHGs to supply directly to government buyers 📍 Key Features • GeM has created generic product categories for women-led enterprises — handicrafts, handloom, jute, bamboo, organic foods, home décor, office furnishings etc. • UN Women will: – design training modules – share global best practices – support validation criteria for women-led businesses – promote Womaniya – #VocalForLocal – support MSME Udyam registration – mobilise women trainers & connect women entrepreneurs with advisers 📍 Capacity Building & Market Access • GeM will run training programmes, onboarding workshops, vernacular materials • Build partnerships for entrepreneurship & decent work opportunities • Align women entrepreneurs with Government Labs / R&D institutes for product improvement 📍 Larger Goal Strengthen hyper-local market linkages Contribute to SDG 5 – Gender Equality & Empowerment of Women and Girl 🔹 UPSC Mains Question: “Gender-responsive procurement is emerging as a powerful tool for women’s economic empowerment in India. Discuss the significance of initiatives such as GeM’s Womaniya and the GeM–UN Women MoU.” #society https://t.me/PIB_UPSC https://t.me/upsc_society_gs