7 PM | India Canada Relation | 2 May, 2019

Read In-depth analysis of all the Editorials here Context Recently, Canada removed a reference to Sikh extremism from its “2018 Public Report on the Terrorism Threat to Canada”, a move that was criticised by the Indian government.  More in News • Earlier, the 2018 report had identified Sikh extremism and the movement for an independent homeland of… Continue reading 7 PM | India Canada Relation | 2 May, 2019

7 PM | Arab Spring 2.0 | 30 April, 2019

Read In-depth analysis of all the Editorials here News: Arab Spring 2.0, a new protest plaguing the Middle East. Arab Springs 2.0 Algerians and Sudanese protesters have been taking to public squares calling for the resignation of their long-time presidents. Earlier this month, both Abdelaziz Bouteflika, who had ruled Algeria for 20 years, and Omar al-Bashir, who… Continue reading 7 PM | Arab Spring 2.0 | 30 April, 2019

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7 PM | The government’s anti-corruption scorecard | 29 April, 2019

Read In-depth analysis of all the Editorials here Context: Big-ticket corruption has surfaced in India due to consistent attacks on anti-corruption laws and institutions. Important Analysis: Serious cases of several big corruption have surfaced in the last five years, including banking frauds and the Rafale deal. Corruption in India is not limited to collusive high-level scams. Petty… Continue reading 7 PM | The government’s anti-corruption scorecard | 29 April, 2019

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7 PM | Consult slum dwellers before evicting them: Delhi High Court to agencies | 27 April, 2019

Read In-depth analysis of all the Editorials here News: The Delhi high court in Shakur Basti case announced “forced” and “unannounced” eviction of slum dwellers without following proper guidelines is contrary to the law citing the concept of Right to the City (RTC). SC observation and Judgment: The rapid growth of Indian cities, combined with unclear land… Continue reading 7 PM | Consult slum dwellers before evicting them: Delhi High Court to agencies | 27 April, 2019

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7 PM | Suspension of Cross-LoC Trade | 23 April, 2019

Read In-depth analysis of all the Editorials here Context India has suspended cross LoC trade between Jammu & Kashmir and Pakistan-Occupied-Kashmir (PoK) with effect from April 19 Reason for suspension of cross-LoC trade The orders for suspending LoC trade have been issued by the Home Ministry. Reasons listed by MHA are Used by terrorist and separatist: In… Continue reading 7 PM | Suspension of Cross-LoC Trade | 23 April, 2019

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7 PM | Draft Indian Forest Act | 20 April, 2019

Read In-depth analysis of all the Editorials here Context The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) has finalised the first draft of the comprehensive amendments to the Indian Forest Act, 1927 (IFA) and sent to states for consultation which are to be completed by June 7  Indian forest Act 1927 • The Indian Forest Act,… Continue reading 7 PM | Draft Indian Forest Act | 20 April, 2019

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7 PM | RTI and collegium | 19 April, 2019

Read In-depth analysis of all the Editorials here Context The Supreme Court has reserved its judgment on a petition seeking clarification whether the office of Chief Justice of India (CJI) is covered under the Right to Information (RTI) Act. More in News: A five-judge constitutional bench hearing a petition related to the status of the Chief Justice… Continue reading 7 PM | RTI and collegium | 19 April, 2019

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7 PM | Jet Airways Crisis | 18 April, 2019

Read In-depth analysis of all the Editorials here Context Jet Airways on Wednesday announced temporary suspension of all its international and domestic flights The airline has a debt overhang of ₹8,414 crore (as of March 31, 2018), and accumulated losses of over ₹14,000 crore. Jet Airway request for more money from banks to which was turned down.… Continue reading 7 PM | Jet Airways Crisis | 18 April, 2019

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7 PM | El Nino and Its impact on Indian monsoon | 17 April, 2019

Read In-depth analysis of all the Editorials here Context Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted “near normal” southwest monsoon rainfall this year. More in news The south-west monsoon, which makes its onset over India around May-end, contributes more than 70% of India’s annual showers. The forecast of a below average or near normal monsoon in 2019 is based… Continue reading 7 PM | El Nino and Its impact on Indian monsoon | 17 April, 2019

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