Synopsis: Wrongdoings of WB and IMF, unsuitability of heads of these institutions, various steps that these institutions need to take to maintain their credibility and legitimacy Introduction Head of the World Bank and IMF are selected under the dual monopoly selection procedure wherein only an American can head the World Bank and only a European can head the… Continue reading There’s an urgent need to clean up the World Bank and IMF
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The farmers’ movement is no longer about the three controversial farm laws
Synopsis: Despite the Supreme Court issuing a stay on the controversial farm laws passed by the govt, the protests which started against them, have carried on. They are now less about the farm laws but more about the issues and problems being faced by our farmers since long. A brief look at some of these… Continue reading The farmers’ movement is no longer about the three controversial farm laws
A host of challenges greets India’s new Air Chief
Synopsis: The IAF has played a stellar role in defending India. The squadron strength of the Air force is depleting. We need a quality and quantity check of its operational assets before pushing for the creation of theatre commands. Contents1 Introduction2 What are the challenges confronting the new Air Chief?3 How the Air force intends… Continue reading A host of challenges greets India’s new Air Chief
Seeding a data revolution in Indian agriculture
Synopsis: Two consultation paper, one by the Ministry of Agriculture and the other by Bain were released recently. They both talk about leveraging digital technology for helping farmers and supporting their livelihoods. Contents1 Introduction2 What is Bain report? 3 What is IDEA report? 4 What are some issues with these reports? 5 What is the way forward? Introduction The first… Continue reading Seeding a data revolution in Indian agriculture
Our automobile sector needs a hearty dose of tax relief
Synopsis: Due to a demand slump and reluctance shown by entrepreneurs to invest in the auto industry, it is going through a rough phase. This sector can be a key driver for the future economic growth of India. Contents1 Introduction2 What is the present scenario of India’s auto industry?3 Why is auto industry significant for… Continue reading Our automobile sector needs a hearty dose of tax relief
Will a bad bank fix India’s broken banking system?
Synopsis: Last month, the Union government set up the National Asset Reconstruction Company Limited (NARCL) under the Companies Act. Two experts, Ajit Ranade and C.P. Chandrasekhar, discuss the bad bank proposal. We list out the key points. Must Read: NARCL: Need and Challenges – Explained, pointwise What is the need to bail out banks? There… Continue reading Will a bad bank fix India’s broken banking system?
Decentralised renewable energy solutions offer great promises for healthcare facilities
Synopsis: In facilitating access to affordable RTPV electricity in public healthcare facilities, India can achieve the twin objective of greening the economy and transforming the healthcare infrastructure so that it can provide affordable health services. Contents1 Introduction2 Why RTPV systems should be implemented?3 What are some disadvantages of RTPV electricity systems?4 What steps are being… Continue reading Decentralised renewable energy solutions offer great promises for healthcare facilities
Stronger at the grassroots: On strengthening Panchayati Raj Institutions
Synopsis: About PRIs, role played by them in COVID-19 crisis, need to build their capacity further so that they can deal with these kinds of situations in stronger way. Contents1 Introduction 2 What are PRIs? 3 How PRI played a key role in tackling COVID-19 crisis? 4 How we can further build the capacity of PRIs? Introduction The Panchayati Raj was first adopted by Nagaur in Rajasthan… Continue reading Stronger at the grassroots: On strengthening Panchayati Raj Institutions
The recent QES estimates are unreliable
Synopsis: New Quarterly Employment Survey, its key findings, various challenges associated with the survey and the way forward Contents1 Introduction 2 What are the key findings of the survey? 3 What are the various issues/concerns associated with the survey? 4 What is the way forward? Introduction Recently, the Ministry of Labour and Employment released the results of a new Quarterly… Continue reading The recent QES estimates are unreliable
Road accidents can be reduced
Synopsis: India road accident status highlights the importance of road safety in India. Contents1 Introduction2 What is the present status of road accidents in India?3 How government is ensuring adequate safety on the roads?3.1 Various initiatives of states4 What are the steps India needs to do to reduce accidents? Introduction Recently, the Ministry of Road Transport… Continue reading Road accidents can be reduced
