A retelling of the Indian migrant worker’s plight

Source– The post is based on the article “A retelling of the Indian migrant worker’s plight” published in The Hindu on 28th December 2022. Syllabus: GS2- Indian diaspora and vulnerable sections of population Relevance–  Issues related to emigration News– The article explains the status of immigration across the world. It also explains the challenges faced… Continue reading A retelling of the Indian migrant worker’s plight

No free lunches – The free food scheme is driven by electoral considerations, but its long-term fiscal risks outweigh the short-term gains

Source: The post is based on the article “No free lunches – The free food scheme is driven by electoral considerations, but its long-term fiscal risks outweigh the short-term gains” published in Business Standard on 28th December 2022. Syllabus: GS 3 – Food Security Relevance: decision of government on NFSA News: The government has decided to allow free… Continue reading No free lunches – The free food scheme is driven by electoral considerations, but its long-term fiscal risks outweigh the short-term gains

Many Docs but What’s The Prescription? – Breakneck growth in the quantity of doctors is coming at the cost of their quality

Source: The post is based on an article “So Many Docs but What’s The Prescription? – Breakneck growth in the quantity of doctors is coming at the cost of their quality” published in The Times of India on 28th December 2022. Syllabus: GS 2 – Governance Relevance: concerns with increasing medical colleges and doctors News: India has increased… Continue reading Many Docs but What’s The Prescription? – Breakneck growth in the quantity of doctors is coming at the cost of their quality

Input cost pressure – on increasing milk prices

Source: This post is created based on the article “Input cost pressure” published in Business Standard on 28th December 2022. Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3- Industries and industrial policies News: The dairy sector in the National Capital Region of Delhi is experiencing difficulties due to a short supply and high cost of cattle feed and… Continue reading Input cost pressure – on increasing milk prices

Equipping IAS officers to deal with the manufacturing sector

Source: This post is created based on the article “Equipping IAS officers to deal with the manufacturing sector” published in Indian Express on 28th December 2022. Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 – Governance News: There has been policy related issues that are blocking rapid growth of the manufacturing sector. To become an attractive destination for… Continue reading Equipping IAS officers to deal with the manufacturing sector

What is the CAG audit report on Assam’s NRC?

Source: This post is created based on the article “What is the CAG audit report on Assam’s NRC?” published in The Hindu on 28th December 2022. Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2 – Governance – Transparency and accountability News: CAG has flagged issues in the NRC exercise carried out in Assam. What are issues highlighted by… Continue reading What is the CAG audit report on Assam’s NRC?

Ministry of Power signs Memorandum of Understanding with Defence Research and Development Organization for Implementation of Early Warning System for Vulnerable Hydro Projects/Power Stations

Source: The post is based on the article “Ministry of Power signs Memorandum of Understanding with Defence Research and Development Organization for Implementation of Early Warning System for Vulnerable Hydro Projects/Power Stations” published in the PIB on 28th December 2022.  What is the News? The Ministry of Power signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the… Continue reading Ministry of Power signs Memorandum of Understanding with Defence Research and Development Organization for Implementation of Early Warning System for Vulnerable Hydro Projects/Power Stations

Gear up wisely to clamp down on important digital intermediaries

Source: The post is based on the article “Gear up wisely to clamp down on important digital intermediaries” published in the mint on 27th December 2022.  Syllabus: GS3- Indian economy  Relevance: Issue related to fair competition in market. News: The article explains the Parliamentary Committee report on anti-competitive practices by big tech companies prevalent in… Continue reading Gear up wisely to clamp down on important digital intermediaries

Laws and order – Decriminalisation will improve business environment

Source: The post is based on the article “Laws and order – Decriminalisation will improve business environment” published in Business Standard on 27th December 2022.  Syllabus: GS 2 – Governance. Relevance: Key provisions of the Jan Vishwas Bill. News: The government has come up with Jan Vishwas Bill in the Parliament. The bill aims at decriminalizing certain… Continue reading Laws and order – Decriminalisation will improve business environment

Why the government must push ahead on free trade agreements

Source: The post is based on an article “Why the government must push ahead on free trade agreements” published in The Indian Express on 27th December 2022.  Syllabus: GS 2 – International Relations  Relevance: Concerns associated with free trade agreements  News: The Indian government is increasing its free trade agreement with many countries like Australia, the UAE, etc.… Continue reading Why the government must push ahead on free trade agreements

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