News: Recently, the Indian Army Chief, General Naravane, in his press conference reportedly made a reference to the possibility of “demilitarisation of the glacial region” in Siachen. He said that Pakistan would have to first authenticate respective troop positions along the 110-km long actual ground position line (AGPL) in the Siachen-Saltoro Ridge region for any… Continue reading If Siachen is back on Indo-Pak agenda, it is good news
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Explained: For how long can an MLA be suspended?
News: 12 Maharashtra BJP MLAs have gone to Supreme Court against their year-long suspension from the Assembly. Contents1 What is the background of this issue?2 What is the argument laid down by the suspended MLAs?3 What has Maharashtra said in its defence?4 What are the rules on the length of suspension of a Member of… Continue reading Explained: For how long can an MLA be suspended?
Govt needs to plug loopholes, minimise irregularities, in implementation of NREGA in times when it is most needed
News: Social audit has been conducted in Jharkhand for the implementation of the MGNREGA scheme where so many loopholes were visible. This questions the effective implementation of the MGNREGA scheme. What is the importance of MGNREGA? MGNREGA played a critical role in alleviating economic hardship as migrations increased and non-farm employment opportunities declined. In 2020–21, 11.19… Continue reading Govt needs to plug loopholes, minimise irregularities, in implementation of NREGA in times when it is most needed
In 2022, India should keep an eye on Indo-Pacific
News: The year 2020 was transformational not just because of a pandemic, but because of massive geopolitical changes surrounding the Indo-Pacific. The region is central to emerging geopolitics and nine countries are the key players: the USA, China, Japan, India, Germany, UK, Russia, Australia and France. Contents1 How USA and China impact the Indo-Pacific region?2… Continue reading In 2022, India should keep an eye on Indo-Pacific
How women cadets benefit the army
News: Army chief general MM Naravane, while reviewing the army parade at NDA hailed the SC decision as a major step towards gender equality in the army. What is the status of women in the Indian Army? The first batch of women officers was introduced in nonmedical roles via the Short Service Commission in 1992. Last… Continue reading How women cadets benefit the army
Inflation heresy mustn’t always be rejected out of hand
News: Inflation has been on the rise in most part of the world. This has once again started the debate on the best way to restore price stability. What are various strategies to deal with Inflation? Old/orthodox method-This involves the reduction in spending and raising of interest rates. But this method often has side effects (such as bankruptcies and rising… Continue reading Inflation heresy mustn’t always be rejected out of hand
Time’s Running out-Is India ready to handle 34,600 tonnes of solar waste?
News: India plans to generate about 280 GW of energy through solar power by 2030. While this may seem a climate smart move but it also leads to generation of huge amount of solar waste. A holistic approach to solar energy includes not only a green and clean perspective, but also resource and material management. Why India needs a solar waste… Continue reading Time’s Running out-Is India ready to handle 34,600 tonnes of solar waste?
Propping up the property market – Issues facing Housing Sector
News: Indian housing sector is struggling a lot due to stalled housing projects, which has led to a loss of output and jobs. What are the problems associated with housing projects? Fear psychosis among buyers: Customers today are reluctant to pay advances as they are not sure whether the project will complete or not. So, they… Continue reading Propping up the property market – Issues facing Housing Sector
Space for dreams: On ISRO’s new chief
News: S. Somanath has been appointed as the chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). What are the upcoming programmes of ISRO? Human space flight programe– Gaganayaan Read here: Union Minister says, India’s maiden human space mission “Gaganyaan” will be launched in 2023 Aditya L1: The aim to take a space observatory to the Lagrangian point… Continue reading Space for dreams: On ISRO’s new chief
Why India’s Health data needs a booster jab
News: India’s health data system is not functioning properly. It requires a complete overhaul. About 16 years ago, HIV AIDS was threatening to become a pandemic. Then, no answers were available on the questions related to the prevalence of the disease, due to the unavailability of data. The situation, even today, has not improved much.… Continue reading Why India’s Health data needs a booster jab
