Synopsis: Russia-China nexus is growing. Thus, Russia expects India to give up all efforts to reverse China’s encroachment strategies. However, it is based on a flawed assessment of the current situation. Background: Russian President has recently said that both the Indian Prime Minister and the Chinese President are “responsible” enough to solve issues. It also… Continue reading Russia-China Nexus and India
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Maritime Policy of India Need a Long Term Vision
Synopsis: Maritime policy of India lacks a long-term vision to counter China’s expansionist designs in the Indo-Pacific. There have been a lot of issues with previous maritime policies, resulting in a huge gap between India & China’s current maritime capabilities. Contents1 Introduction 2 Gap b/w India & China’s maritime capabilities3 Evolution of India’s maritime policy and… Continue reading Maritime Policy of India Need a Long Term Vision
Energy efficiency needs behavioral change: Study
Synopsis: A study in Bangalore found that to improve Energy efficiency we need to improve behavioural change and start shifting towards energy-efficient appliances. Contents1 Introduction:2 About the Study:3 Key findings of the study:4 Various initiatives towards energy efficiency: Introduction: Recently, a study in Bengaluru examined the usage of thermal comfort services like space cooling and water… Continue reading Energy efficiency needs behavioral change: Study
Issue of inaccurate Death reporting in India
Synopsis: Official death reporting in India is not realistic. Government and experts need to rely on these numbers only for every purpose. If realistic estimates of COVID-19 deaths by city, rural settings, districts, and States are known, India can plan a more targeted response towards the pandemic. Background Registration of Deaths in India is fragmented… Continue reading Issue of inaccurate Death reporting in India
Some strict enforcement to enhance Police Image
Source- The Hindu Syllabus- GS 2 – Statutory, regulatory and various quasi-judicial bodies. Synopsis – Wearing professional attire and refraining from using mobile phones while on duty are some examples of regulations that will improve the force’s image as well as efficiency. Introduction – The CBI director has directed all officials of the agency to… Continue reading Some strict enforcement to enhance Police Image
Settling claims of rival factions in a party symbol dispute
Synopsis: How Election Commission decides on party symbol disputes? Background Recently, there has been a split within the Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) and both the factions are claiming for the same party symbol. In the case of deciding the recognized party among rival factions, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has the final say. ECI… Continue reading Settling claims of rival factions in a party symbol dispute
Vaccination policy of India – Issues & Suggestions
Synopsis: The vaccination policy of India should maintain a balance between the achievement of health goals and demands of supply constraints. Introduction Vaccines are a proven shield against the SARS-CoV-2 virus. They have prevented serious illness and death. A study of data from the UK collected between December 1, 2020, and April 30, 2021, showed that… Continue reading Vaccination policy of India – Issues & Suggestions
Problems with discoms need radical reforms
Synopsis: To completely recover from problems with Discoms , India needs radical reforms in the Power sector. Financial aid packages from Centre to Discoms forms only a part of a solution. Contents1 Background2 Analysis of the performance of UDAY and Problems with Discoms3 What are the reasons for the problems with discoms?4 Suggestions to… Continue reading Problems with discoms need radical reforms
Marriage Rights of the LGBTQIA+ community
Synopsis: India needs to look beyond the traditional concept of marriages to recognise marriages irrespective of gender identity and sexual orientation. Thus, India can recognise the marriage rights of the LGBTQIA+ community. Contents1 Background:2 How marriage rights of the LGBTQIA+ community evolved globally?3 Judgements in India recognising marriage rights of the LGBTQIA+ community:4 Way forward:… Continue reading Marriage Rights of the LGBTQIA+ community
Rationale behind New Information Technology Rules, 2021
Synopsis: Social media is a direct product of the globalized internet, which connects people all over the globe. It significantly impacts economic, social, and political discourse in a country. Hence, the government formulated new Information Technology Rules, 2021 to regulate them and prevent their misuse. Contents1 Background:2 About Social Media:3 Information Technology Rules, 2021 related… Continue reading Rationale behind New Information Technology Rules, 2021
