Source: Live Mint, Live Mint, Live Mint Relevance – This article analyzes the performance of economic liberalization. Synopsis: Economic liberalisation of 1991 is viewed with Skepticism. However, we should be thankful for P.V. Narasimha Rao and Manmohan Singh for liberating the economy from the dead hand of bureaucratic control. India Before Liberalization: The important sectors… Continue reading We should be thankful for the economy’s liberation
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The laws for surveillance in India, and the concerns over privacy
Source: Indian Express , Indian express Synopsis: The recent Pegasus attack has raised questions over the degree of protection awarded to an individual’s privacy. Relevance – Article highlights laws governing surveillance in India. Background: According to the report of a global collaborative investigative project, Pegasus spyware may have been used by Israeli based NSO group to… Continue reading The laws for surveillance in India, and the concerns over privacy
Federalism and cooperatives
Source1: Business Standard ; Source 2: The Hindu Synopsis: SC verdict has brought clarity in the regulation of co-operatives. Also, it has firmly stated that Reforms in the cooperative sector should not be at the cost of federal principles. Background In a landmark judgment, the Supreme Court this week struck down certain provisions of the… Continue reading Federalism and cooperatives
India must directly engage with Taliban 2.0
Source: The Hindu Relevance: India’s future Afghan policy in the light of American exit from Afghanistan. Synopsis: India must reset its Afghan policy. Engagement with Taliban is a reality which cannot be ignored. Background With the withdrawal of the United States from Afghanistan in process, New Delhi has decided to ramp down its civilian presence… Continue reading India must directly engage with Taliban 2.0
Power hurdles: Consumers need to wait before they can choose supplier
Source: Business Standard Relevance: Challenges ahead of draft Electricity Bill, 2021. Synopsis: The latest amendments to the Electricity Act, 2003 seek to abolish the power distribution license. Further, it will allow any company to supply electricity in an area. However, these amendments might not be enough to remove existing obstacles in the power sector. Background: The… Continue reading Power hurdles: Consumers need to wait before they can choose supplier
India’s renewable energy plan of 175 GW by FY22-end faces multiple risks
Source: The Business Standard Relevance: There are certain problems associated with the renewable energy sector which is hurting India’s renewable energy targets. Synopsis: India is now chasing its target of 450 GW of renewable power by 2030. However, several issues, including delays in the signing of power sales agreement (PSAs) stand in the way of realising… Continue reading India’s renewable energy plan of 175 GW by FY22-end faces multiple risks
The many paths to a greener future
Source: Business Standard Relevance: Different strategies to lower India’s carbon emissions Synopsis: Peaking of carbon emissions and the time when de-carbonsation begins are important considerations on road to a greener economy. Background Researchers and policymakers are exploring various pathways for Indian carbon emissions over time. These pathways range from Business-As-Usual (BAU) to Low-Carbon to Net-Zero. In each… Continue reading The many paths to a greener future
How lack of proper identification of arrested persons slows down legal process?
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Remedies to make our legal system much more efficient Synopsis: Pan-India guidelines for service of summons, warrants, grant of bail can help make the system quicker and more efficient Background: A recent judgment of the Delhi High Court in Sunil Tyagi vs Government of NCT has highlighted the deficiency in criminal… Continue reading How lack of proper identification of arrested persons slows down legal process?
A cardinal omission in the COVID-19 package
Source: The Hindu Relevance: India needs to focus on Healthcare human resources for improving healthcare. Synopsis: The Government’s COVID-19 health package II again overlooks the need for and availability of healthcare human resources. Why healthcare human resources are essential? In the mid-1980s, there were a number of government healthcare facilities across the country, with newly constructed… Continue reading A cardinal omission in the COVID-19 package
Prosecutor, not persecutor
Source: The Hindu Relevance: This article highlights the role of public prosecutors in ensuring a fair justice system. Synopsis: The public prosecutor has an ethical obligation to balance the interests of the victims, the accused, and society. His/her conduct shouldn’t be of a persecutor aiming to persistently harass the accused. Background: Father Swamy’s arrest under… Continue reading Prosecutor, not persecutor
