Synopsis: Covid-19 pandemic has long-term effects on internal organs. This article deals with issues with its impact on Kidney. Contents1 Introduction:2 What is the impact of Covid-19 on kidneys?3 What were research findings on the impact of the pandemic on the Kidney? 4 What are the experts’ suggestions?5 How can we manage the impact of Covid-19… Continue reading COVID-19, kidney injury and need for vaccine shot
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Political incentives for populism could let India’s democracy down
Synopsis: A democracy claims to represent the majority or the will of the people. However, often it seems to represent the will of a well-organized minority. Contents1 Introduction2 How reform-oriented leaders can shape the policy?3 Reform vs populism4 How the Chinese system escapes this?5 What does prospect theory say about the loss to the government?6… Continue reading Political incentives for populism could let India’s democracy down
Can the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation be the regional body that stabilises Afghanistan?
Contents1 Synopsis2 Introduction3 The Shanghai Five and SCO4 What are the issues associated with the SCO?4.1 Different interest among Russia and China in Central Asia4.2 Quarrels within other members on regional security challenges5 What should India do? Synopsis The crisis in Afghanistan presents a major opportunity for the SCO to realise its regional ambitions. Introduction… Continue reading Can the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation be the regional body that stabilises Afghanistan?
Archakas of all hues : About religious reforms
Synopsis: The reforms made by the Tamil Nadu government in Temples and their acceptance in Court is paving a way for reforms in Temples throughout India. Introduction Recently, the Tamil Nadu government appointed 24 trained archakas (priests) in temples across the State which come under the control of the Department of Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments… Continue reading Archakas of all hues : About religious reforms
Cleaning the Yamuna a story of missed deadlines
Synopsis: The Yamuna, as it passes through Delhi, becomes extremely polluted. Immediate steps are needed to check this sorry state of the river. News: Recently, the draft NCR Regional Plan-2041 was prepared by the National Capital Region Planning Board (NCRPB). It has fixed 2026 as the new deadline to ensure ‘zero discharge of untreated sewage… Continue reading Cleaning the Yamuna a story of missed deadlines
Organic farming should never be turned into an article of faith
Synopsis: Policies that respect the farmer’s economic freedom offer the best route to sustainable agriculture. Contents1 Introduction2 How the ban has impacted Sri Lankan economy?3 What are the lessons from Sri Lanka’s unplanned push for organic agriculture?4 What are key takeaways for India? Introduction Recently, the Srilankan government imposed a state of emergency in Sri… Continue reading Organic farming should never be turned into an article of faith
Winners and losers in shipping crisis
Synopsis: Challenges faced by exporters due to steep rise in ocean freight rates and congestion in various ports of the world. Contents1 Introduction2 Why there’s been an increase in freight charges?3 Who has benefitted out of it?4 How increased freight rates is impacting Indian Exporters?5 What are the complaints raised by exporters?6 What are possible… Continue reading Winners and losers in shipping crisis
A step backward: On unemployment in India
Synopsis: The periodic labour force survey (PLFS) indicates that India, far from modernising and formalising its economy, seems to be moving backwards in terms of the employment available. Introduction Recent PLF survey has stated that unemployment rate has declined by a percentage point to 4.8 per cent in 2019-20. The previous number, in the first… Continue reading A step backward: On unemployment in India
There’s a major new risk in town and it’s called crypto
Synopsis: Retail investors are the ones who’ll most likely suffer in the high-yield, high-risk Crypto market. Government should come up with regulations before its too late. Introduction Crypto products are being mass marketed in India without the oversight needed for investor safety. The crypto marketing campaigns have now reached even tier-II and tier-III cities. How… Continue reading There’s a major new risk in town and it’s called crypto
The Quad must be flexible to counter China’s many strategies across a wide range of issues
Synopsis: The Quad needs to be flexible to counterbalance China across a range of issues, be it Afghanistan or the South China Sea. Introduction Quad is now shaping up as a security-plus platform. Recently, India and Australia held their first 2+2 ministerial dialogue. Militaries of the four countries participated in the Malabar joint naval exercise last year. Also, work is underway… Continue reading The Quad must be flexible to counter China’s many strategies across a wide range of issues
