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India’s informal sector is the backbone of its economy, employing over 90% of the total workforce and contributing nearly 50% of GDP, as per the Economic Survey 2022-23. Despite its critical role, this sector remains largely invisible in policy discussions and economic planning. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO), India has one of the… Continue reading India’s Informal Sector- Explained Pointwise

India’s cooperative movement, dating back to the early 20th century, was designed to democratize credit, empower rural populations, and counter exploitative intermediaries. Over time, cooperatives have played a crucial role in agricultural credit, dairy production, and rural marketing. In recent times, the government has placing immense importance on cooperative driven development. Table of Content What… Continue reading Steps to Reclaiming India’s Cooperative Dream- Explained Pointwise

The introduction of the Right to Information (RTI) Act was a landmark moment for Indian democracy, as it empowered citizens to seek transparency from the government. The Act was seen as a tool to curb corruption and enhance public accountability. However, despite its strong legal framework, the Act has failed to meet expectations, and democracy… Continue reading Right to Information Act- Explained Pointwise

Eight workers have been trapped inside the collapsed Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel in Telangana’s Nagarkurnool district. The incident occurred when a three-meter section of the tunnel’s roof collapsed during maintenance work to repair a leak. Out of the 70 workers present, most managed to escape, but eight individuals remain unaccounted for. Telangana Tunnel… Continue reading Telangana Tunnel Collapse- Explained Pointwise

Ragging in educational institutions has been a persistent issue in India, often resulting in severe physical, psychological, and emotional harm to students. Despite strict legal provisions and Supreme Court directives, incidents of ragging continue to occur, as highlighted by the recent cases in Kerala’s Government College of Nursing, Kottayam, and Government College, Karyavattom, Thiruvananthapuram. This… Continue reading Ragging in India – Challenges & Measures Explained Pointwise

India, home to the third-largest startup ecosystem (DPIIT) and a booming IT industry, is facing a paradox—while the demand for tech talent is surging, the quality of tech education in India is declining. According to recently released India’s Graduate Skill Index 2025 by Mercer-Mettl report there has been a drop in overall employability from 44.3%… Continue reading India’s Tech Education Problems- Explained Pointwise

India’s relationship with Qatar has evolved into a strategic partnership, marked by significant developments in trade, energy, and security. The recent visit of Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, to India in February 2025 underscores the deepening ties, with agreements to double bilateral trade to 28 billion and Qatar’s pledge to invest 10 billion… Continue reading India-Qatar Relations- Explained Pointwise