Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs)

Source: DTESubject: Economy Context: In report Invisible Barriers: The Costs of Non-Tariff Measures, UNCTAD revealed that non-tariff barriers (NTMs) now impose higher trade costs than traditional tariffs for 88% of countries. Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs) About Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs): What it is? Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs) are policy measures other than ordinary customs tariffs that can potentially …

Model Rules for Felling Trees in Agricultural Lands

Syllabus: Agriculture Source:  PIB  Context: The Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) released Model Rules for Felling Trees in Agricultural Lands (2025) to simplify regulations and boost agroforestry, encouraging farmers to grow trees without legal hurdles. About Model Rules for Felling Trees in Agricultural Lands: What are the Model Rules for Felling Trees in …