Governance of the Arctic – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The launch and flag raising ceremony of two nuclear-powered icebreakers was held in St. Petersburg, Russia recently. At the ceremony, the Russian President said that the icebreakers were of strategic importance and would help strengthen Russia’s status as a “Great Arctic Power”. The melting of the Arctic Ice has increased… Continue reading Governance of the Arctic – Explained, pointwise

Solar Energy in India: Status, Challenges and Way Forward – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction India has undertaken ambitious targets under the Paris Agreement. India’s climate action is dependent upon energy transition (in the electricity sector) by betting large on shift to solar energy. In 2014-15, the Government had set a target of producing 175 Gigawatt (GW) of renewable energy by 2022, with 100 GW… Continue reading Solar Energy in India: Status, Challenges and Way Forward – Explained, pointwise

[Kurukshetra December Summary] Technology Integration for Quality Education – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Technology is the major driver of the 21st century, touching every aspect of human life. The effect of technology has increasingly blurred the distinctions between the physical, digital, and biological domains and it is rapidly affecting how people live, work, and communicate. With the advancement of digital technology, administrations and… Continue reading [Kurukshetra December Summary] Technology Integration for Quality Education – Explained, pointwise

Karnataka-Maharashtra Border Dispute – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The Karnataka-Maharashtra Border Dispute has escalated with reports of violence in both States, attacking vehicles of other State. The border dispute has its origins in the States’ reorganization in 1956 and has flared up every now and then since 1960s. The matter is already under adjudication of the Supreme Court.… Continue reading Karnataka-Maharashtra Border Dispute – Explained, pointwise

[Download] Monthly Compilation of 7 PM Editorials November, 2022

Hello everyone. We are posting The Monthly Compilation of 7 pm Editorial for the month of November 2022 Click on the following link to download Download About 7 PM:- The idea behind 7 PM Daily Editorial is to give aspirants in-depth analysis of news articles from different newspapers bearing relevance to Civil Services GS Preparation. To… Continue reading [Download] Monthly Compilation of 7 PM Editorials November, 2022

[Yojana November Summary] Coastal Erosion – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Coastal Areas are of vital importance. According to the UNEP, ~37% of the world’s population lives within 100 km of the coast. Coastal areas support a lot of economic activities including international trade and fishing. According to the OECD, ~90% of global trade occurs through marine route. Coastal areas have witnessed accelerated… Continue reading [Yojana November Summary] Coastal Erosion – Explained, pointwise

Slum Redevelopment in India – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The Government of Maharashtra has given a go-ahead for the Dharavi Slum Redevelopment Project in Mumbai. Dharavi has often been referred to as the ‘largest slum’ in Asia. Slums seem to be an integral part of India’s urban landscape. Slum are symptomatic of several deficiencies like lack of urban planning,… Continue reading Slum Redevelopment in India – Explained, pointwise

[Kurukshetra December Summary] Bridging the Digital Divide – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Implementing e-governance to empower the population and promote economic growth is a big challenge in large and diversified country like India. The integration of technology-enabled communication and data driven governance along with internet and mobile technology has laid the foundation of efficient governance. e-Governance improves transparency of all operational processes.… Continue reading [Kurukshetra December Summary] Bridging the Digital Divide – Explained, pointwise

Regulation of Fintech in India – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The RBI had come out with guidelines on Digitial Lending in September 2022. The guidelines were welcomed as they has been aimed at protecting customers from unethical business practices, such as mis-selling, breach of data privacy, unfair business conduct, charging of exorbitant interest rates, adopted by digital lenders. According to… Continue reading Regulation of Fintech in India – Explained, pointwise

Rights of Sexual Minorities in India (LGBTQ+ Rights): Status and Challenges – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Two petitions have been filed in the Supreme Court to allow homosexual couples to solemnize their marriage under the Special Marriage Act (SMA), 1954. The Supreme Court has sought the response of the Union Government in this regard. On November 29, 2022, the US Senate passed the landmark Respect for… Continue reading Rights of Sexual Minorities in India (LGBTQ+ Rights): Status and Challenges – Explained, pointwise

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