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Recently, a stampede occurred at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on January 29, resulting in 30 deaths and over 60 injuries. This is not the first time when a large number of people have lost their lives in a stampede at a religious gathering. This is the third such incident in recent months… Continue reading Stampede Disaster and its Management in India- Explained Pointwise

The Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2024 has been released by the NGO Pratham Foundation. It provides a comprehensive analysis of learning outcomes among school students in rural India. The ASER 2024 report highlights improvements in preschool enrolment, foundational literacy and numeracy (FLN), digital literacy, and the impact of government initiatives such as the… Continue reading Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2024- Explained Pointwise

Ten years ago, on January 22, 2015, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) initiative with the ambitious goal of addressing the declining Child Sex Ratio (CSR) and promoting the survival, protection, and education of the girl child. To mark its 10th anniversary, a nationwide celebration from January 22, 2025, to… Continue reading Beti Bachao Beti Padhao: Achievements and Challenges- Explained Pointwise

The Paris Agreement, adopted in 2015, is a landmark global effort to combat climate change. Signed by 196 nations, it seeks to limit global temperature rise to below 2°C, with an aspirational goal of 1.5°C. However, it faces challenges, including the U.S. withdrawal under President Donald Trump, who claimed the agreement was unfair and economically… Continue reading The Paris Agreement and Climate Challenges- Explained Pointwise

Recently the Supreme Court suggested the temporary appointment of retired judges as ad hoc judges to address the increasing backlog of criminal cases in High Courts. This recommendation of SC, based on Article 224A of the Indian Constitution, while having its advantages comes with its own set of challenges. Table of Content What is the… Continue reading Ad Hoc Judges of HC- Explained Pointwise

According to a study by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), just 15 countries hold at least 55% of the identified critical minerals, indicative of concentration in critical minerals supply. As per IEA, the rising demand for clean energy has translated into an increased demand for critical minerals with an expected four-fold increase… Continue reading Critical Minerals- Explained Pointwise

India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) has emerged as a pioneering model for digital transformation, gaining global attention and accolades, particularly during India’s G20 presidency. The country’s DPI has been praised for its comprehensiveness and ability to address socio-economic challenges. Prominent figures such as Bill Gates have recognized India’s efforts in building an infrastructure that leverages… Continue reading India’s Drive to Globalize Digital Public Infrastructure- Explained Pointwise

Indian agriculture, the backbone of the nation, faces a dual challenge: ensuring food security and sustainable rural livelihoods while promoting modernity and inclusivity. Despite significant advancements in productivity, India’s agricultural sector remains largely traditional, with limited technological adoption. To transform agriculture into a developed sector by 2047, several critical imperatives need to be addressed through… Continue reading Pillars for development of Indian Agriculture- Explained Pointwise