Is it time for the gig economy?

Source– The post is based on the article “Is it time for the gig economy?” published in The Hindu on 7th October 2022. Syllabus: GS3- Employment Relevance– Changing employment scenario News- The article explains the concept of moonlighting. It also tells about the laws dealing with moonlighting in India. Contents1 What is moonlighting?2 How are… Continue reading Is it time for the gig economy?

Chinese chequers on the China border

Source– The post is based on the article “Chinese chequers on the China border” published in the Business Standard  on 7th October 2022. Syllabus: GS3- Security Challenges. GS2- International Relations Relevance– Challenges on China border News- The article explains the concerns of Local Ladakhi people about China’s territorial claim on Indian territory in Ladakh. It… Continue reading Chinese chequers on the China border

The return of the big cat

Source: This post is based on the article “THE RETURN OF THE BIG CAT” published in Live Mint on 23rd Oct 2021. Syllabus: GS3 – Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation, Environmental Impact Assessment. Relevance: Wildlife conservation Synopsis: As India firms up plans to bring in the African cheetah, experts consider the risks of introducing a… Continue reading The return of the big cat

Towards integrated commands: It’s too late to turn around

Source– The post is based on the article “Towards integrated commands: It’s too late to turn around” published in the Business Standard  on 7th October 2022. Syllabus: GS3- Security Challenges Relevance– Military reforms News-  The article explains the concerns of the air force about the creation of integrated theatre command. It also tells about the… Continue reading Towards integrated commands: It’s too late to turn around

Strengthening the CSR framework is a profitable idea

Source: The post is based on an article “Strengthening the CSR framework is a profitable idea” published in The Hindu on 7th October 2022. Syllabus: GS 2 Relevance: CSR funding and problems associated with it News: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) was established under Section 135 of the Companies Act 2013. Since its establishment CSR spending in India has risen from… Continue reading Strengthening the CSR framework is a profitable idea

Amrit Mahotsav reflections and India’s success against hunger

Source: The post is based on an article “Amrit Mahotsav reflections and India’s success against hunger” published in Live Mint on 7th October 2022. Syllabus: GS 2 – Issues related to Hunger and Malnutrition Relevance: benefits of food security schemes News: The central government has recently extended the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) upto the end of December… Continue reading Amrit Mahotsav reflections and India’s success against hunger

Manoj Jha writes: Election Commission’s proposal on freebies and election promises raises questions of institutional overreach

Source: The post is based on an article “Manoj Jha writes: Election Commission’s proposal on freebies and election promises raises questions of institutional overreach” published in The Indian Express on 7th October 2022. Syllabus: GS 2 – Electoral Reforms Relevance: recent proposal of the Election Commission of India and freebies. News: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has recently issued… Continue reading Manoj Jha writes: Election Commission’s proposal on freebies and election promises raises questions of institutional overreach

Oil slick ahead?: Opec’s cut in crude output shows the futility of Western sanctions. India must brace for tougher times

Source: The post is based on the article “Oil slick ahead?: Opec’s cut in crude output shows the futility of Western sanctions. India must brace for tougher times” published in The Times of India on 7th October 2022. Syllabus: GS 3: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Relevance: About… Continue reading Oil slick ahead?: Opec’s cut in crude output shows the futility of Western sanctions. India must brace for tougher times

Calamity-prone — urban India’s worrying storyline

Source: The post is based on an article “Calamity-prone — urban India’s worrying storyline” published in The Hindu on 6th October 2022. Syllabus: GS 3 – Disaster Management Relevance: climate action plans and problems associated with it. News: There has been an increase in unfavorable weather phenomenon these days. Mostly urban cities suffer due to the lack of proper mitigation… Continue reading Calamity-prone — urban India’s worrying storyline

The Agnipath challenge for India’s new Chief of Defence Staff

Source– The post is based on the article “The Agnipath challenge for India’s new Chief of Defence Staff” published in The Indian Express on 6th October 2022. Syllabus: GS3- Security challenges Relevance– Reformation of defence services News- The article explains the challenges related to military affairs before new CDS. Recently General Anil Chauhan was appointed… Continue reading The Agnipath challenge for India’s new Chief of Defence Staff

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