Source: The Hindu Relevance: On maritime security Synopsis: India’s leadership in the debate on maritime security has boosted its standing as a key player in the shared commons. Contents1 Background2 Maritime Traditions3 A responsible Maritime Power4 Way Forward Background A high level open debate was conducted by the UN Security Council (UNSC) on 9th August… Continue reading An Indian sail to navigate the maritime environment
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Our GDP needs the HDP
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Achieving sustainable and inclusive growth for all. Synopsis: Despite the progress achieved in the field of technology; inequality and deprivation are still an important issue that needs to be addressed in India. Measuring Human Development Product might be a solution because GDP just indicates economic growth, while Human Development Product can… Continue reading Our GDP needs the HDP
Chennai’s Urban Forests
Source: Live Mint Relevance: To understand the Miyawaki method of creating urban forests in less time. Synopsis: Urban areas have lost a lot of green covers. Miyawaki’s method promises to quickly create urban forests. About Miyawaki method: It is a method pioneered by Japanese Botanist Akira Miyawaki. Miyawaki is a technique pioneered by Japanese botanist… Continue reading Chennai’s Urban Forests
Seize the initiative on climate change, Mr Modi
Source: Business Standard Relevance: India’s fight against the climate crisis Synopsis: Though, not caused by us, climate change induced by the historical emissions made by developed countries, is the stark reality. India should prepare its roadmap for COP 26 Glasgow summit and secure an adequately financed deal for the developing world. Climate change, is thus,… Continue reading Seize the initiative on climate change, Mr Modi
Bihar plans GPS trackers for endangered Greater Adjutant Storks
Source: Down to Earth What is the news? In a first, Bihar has decided to tag endangered greater adjutant storks (Leptoptilos dubius), locally known as ‘Garuda’, with GPS trackers to monitor their movement as a part of efforts to conserve them. Bhagalpur’s Kadwa Diara floodplains area is the third-most popular breeding centre for the greater adjutant… Continue reading Bihar plans GPS trackers for endangered Greater Adjutant Storks
PM launches scrap policy for unfit vehicles; projects gain for owners, economy
Source: Indian Express 1, Indian Express 2, Down to Earth, India Today, The Hindu Relevance: On Vehicle scrappage policy Synopsis: A formal launch of National Vehicle Scrappage policy is an important step towards waste to wealth. A critical analysis of the policy. Contents1 Context2 How the policy aids circular economy?3 Benefits4 Suggestions/Measures Context India’s National… Continue reading PM launches scrap policy for unfit vehicles; projects gain for owners, economy
Is grain fortification the only way to meet India’s nutritional challenge?
Source: Business Standard Relevance: Article throws a light on pros and cons of food fortification Synopsis: As the Centre presses ahead with its plan to distribute fortified rice through the public distribution system, in order to fight chronic anaemia and malnutrition, critics have raised questions on the strategy. Contents1 Context2 Against food fortification3 For Food fortification4 Suggestions… Continue reading Is grain fortification the only way to meet India’s nutritional challenge?
Parliament is abdicating its oversight role
Source: The Hindu, TOI Relevance: The article signifies how the frequent disruptions lead to improper functioning of the house The recent session of Parliament: This session has ended abruptly, and before its scheduled date. This is the 4th straight session that ended ahead of its original schedule, other than the cancelled winter 2020 session. This led… Continue reading Parliament is abdicating its oversight role
Criminalisation of politics must be curbed
Source: The Indian Express Relevance: This article explains the recent Supreme Court steps to stop the criminalisation of politics. Contents1 Synopsis:2 Introduction3 About the case:4 Suggestions of Election Commission to avoid criminalisation of politics:5 Suggestions by the Supreme Court: Synopsis: While the Supreme Court issued steps to stop the criminalisation of politics. The legislature and political… Continue reading Criminalisation of politics must be curbed
Squaring up to India’s education emergency
Source: The Hindu and Livemint Relevance: This article explains the global Stringency Index and India’s school education system during the pandemic. Contents1 Synopsis:2 Introduction:3 About the Index:4 Key findings of the Index:5 Global examples:6 Suggestions to reopen schools in India: Synopsis: In making up for months of lost formal learning, there needs to be a strong… Continue reading Squaring up to India’s education emergency
