Source– The post is based on the article “Why India needs stable capital flows” published in The Indian Express on 28th February 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Indian economy and mobilisation of resources Relevance: External sector of economy News- As per the RBI’s quarterly statistics, the current account deficit widened to 4.4% of GDP in the second… Continue reading Why India needs stable capital flows
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Unpacking the new set of e-waste rules
Source– The post is based on the article “Unpacking the new set of e-waste rules” published in The Hindu on 28th February 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Environment Relevance: Issues related to e-waste News- In November 2022, the Ministry of Environment and Forests further notified a new set of e-waste rules. These rules will come into force… Continue reading Unpacking the new set of e-waste rules
In defence of financial globalisation
Source: The post is based on the article “In defence of financial globalisation” published in Business Standard on 28th February 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Globalization Relevance: issues associated with financial globalization News: The article discusses the reasons why some countries fear financial globalization and what measures are needed to overcome the fear. Why some countries fear… Continue reading In defence of financial globalisation
Nari shakti’ offers G20 nations a women’s empowerment model
Source: The post is based on the article “‘Nari shakti’ offers G20 nations a women’s empowerment model” published in Live Mint on 28th February 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Social Justice Relevance: women empowerment News: The article discusses the way India has led the empowerment of women and which can act as a model to showcase India’s… Continue reading Nari shakti’ offers G20 nations a women’s empowerment model
We need to democratically reimagine science
Source– The post is based on the article “We need to democratically reimagine science” published in The Hindu on 28th February 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Science and Technology Relevance: Issues related to science knowledge system News- Last week, an article in a mainstream publication claimed that the ‘shivling’ was proof that sages in ancient India knew… Continue reading We need to democratically reimagine science
India tops list of global internet shut-offs: Report
Source: The post is based on the article “India tops list of global internet shut-offs: Report” published in Indian Express on 28th February 2023 What is the News? Access Now and the KeepItOn coalition has released a report titled “Weapons of control, shields of impunity: Internet shutdowns in 2022”. What are the key findings of… Continue reading India tops list of global internet shut-offs: Report
Explained | Menstrual leave and its global standing
Source: The post is based on the article “Explained | Menstrual leave and its global standing” published in The Hindu on 27th February 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Social Justice Relevance: issues associated with menstrual policies News: The Supreme Court has refused to entertain a PIL that sought menstrual leave for workers and students across the country.… Continue reading Explained | Menstrual leave and its global standing
The council and caste – Caste discrimination becomes a political battle in the US
Source: The post is based on an article “The council and caste – Caste discrimination becomes a political battle in the US” published in Business Standard on 27th February 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Effect of Policies & Politics of Developed & Developing Countries on India’s Interests. Relevance: protecting caste in the US News: Seattle has become… Continue reading The council and caste – Caste discrimination becomes a political battle in the US
Shiv Sena debacle must stand as an important lesson
Source– The post is based on the article “Shiv Sena debacle must stand as an important lesson” published in The Indian Express on 27th February 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Salient Features of the Representation of People’s Act. Relevance: Issues relating to political parties News- Recently, the ECI recognised the Eknath Shinde faction as the Shiv Sena… Continue reading Shiv Sena debacle must stand as an important lesson
Towards transparency in OTT regulation
Source– The post is based on the article “Towards transparency in OTT regulation” published in The Hindu on 27th February 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Economy Relevance: Entertainment and broadcasting industry News- It has been two years since the government issued the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules through which the Ministry of… Continue reading Towards transparency in OTT regulation
