News: In 2021, the Gujarat HC became the first court in the country to livestream its proceedings. Its example was followed by other HCs like Karnataka, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh and Patna. Use of technology in the India’s Judicial System In India, e-governance in the field of administration of justice began in the late 1990s. However,… Continue reading Digitisation will ensure speedy, efficient delivery of justice
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Storm in a GST cup
News: The Supreme Court has given a ruling on a commercial dispute, the Union of India versus Mohit Minerals, over the levy of the integrated goods and services tax (GST) on ocean freight charges paid by importers. It has triggered a nationwide debate. About the Judgment The judgment is virtually a recitation from the Article 279A (4)… Continue reading Storm in a GST cup
For India, economic entropy presents both an opportunity and big challenge
Context: Entropy, or the disorder in a system, is a concept not usually used to understand economic trends, but it best describes the disorder and randomness at work today. What are some negative economic trends since the start of 2022? Energy costs rising, the trade balance turns more negative, the fiscal balance deteriorating, portfolio capital… Continue reading For India, economic entropy presents both an opportunity and big challenge
Explained: The cultural roots and significance of PM Modi’s gifts for his Quad colleagues
News: As the India Prime Minister travelled to Tokyo to attend the Quad Summit, he carried with him gifts for leaders of the US, Australia and Japan showcasing India’s rich cultural heritage and art forms. A look at those gifts and their cultural roots. Sanjhi art panel for US President Joe Biden The intricate sanjhi… Continue reading Explained: The cultural roots and significance of PM Modi’s gifts for his Quad colleagues
Knotty supply chains deepen global chip shortage
News: Recently, Toyota Corporation has been struggling to meet its production targets. It has apologised to its suppliers and customers a third time in less than two months for delaying making new vehicles and changing production plans. Nature of Semiconductor Industry The manufacturing process is a complex, and interconnected ecosystem with its own ebb and… Continue reading Knotty supply chains deepen global chip shortage
The Indian consumer will have to spend more for a little longer
News: In April 2022, the consumer price index-based inflation for food had reached 8.4%. This implies that the gap between wholesale and retail food inflation has been narrowing, suggesting a higher pass-through of input costs. Contents1 Situation of Inflation2 What are the causes of concern?3 Why is food inflation surging?4 Impact of the inflation5 Measures… Continue reading The Indian consumer will have to spend more for a little longer
India can’t feed the world with a major chapaati crisis at home
News: India has imposed ban on wheat import amid the global food crisis. What are the reasons behind the export ban by the government? First, this year India’s wheat output is around 6.5% less than the previous year. Second, the hottest March in 122 years has stunted grain formation. Last year, a kilogram of Indian… Continue reading India can’t feed the world with a major chapaati crisis at home
Universal basic income plan faces implementation issues
News: Practical challenges in implementation have come in the way of rolling out a universal basic income scheme proposed by experts and mooted in the 2016-17 Economic Survey, an official privy to the government discussions said. Background Universal basic income has often come before on the radar of policymakers as a means of support for… Continue reading Universal basic income plan faces implementation issues
Making sense of the GST bonanza
News: There has been a remarkable upswing in GST collections in recent months. In fact, collections touched a record high of Rs 1.67 lakh crore in April. What are the reasons behind an inc in the GST collections? First, the sharp rise in inflation has played a significant role. After all, as output turnover increases,… Continue reading Making sense of the GST bonanza
You can’t fight a pandemic without IP: Intellectual property rights were vital in producing life-saving Covid vaccines
News: Recent data from ‘Our World in Data’ suggest Covid-19 related infection around the world and India is waning. Hospitalisations and deaths are very low. Vaccines must take great credit for keeping Covid largely out of the headlines after two years. There are now 10 Covid-19 vaccines recommended by the WHO, and over 60 vaccine… Continue reading You can’t fight a pandemic without IP: Intellectual property rights were vital in producing life-saving Covid vaccines
