Source-Live Mint Relevance: The article explains the areas, the government should focus, for achieving desirable economic growth. Synopsis – A more rapid vaccination drive, greater government spending, and a reduction in fuel cess might help in the economic recovery and uplifting the public sentiment. Factors that could boost sentiment and play a crucial role in… Continue reading The sentiment boost that India’s economy is in need of
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Puzzle out how to make vax ring-fences succeed
Source: Live Mint Relevance: A forest fire-based ring-fence approach is useful to contain Covid spread also. Synopsis: The concept of using vaccine rings to prevent Covid flare-ups deserves a try. Introduction For the past two months, the deadly 2nd wave of Covid has been waning, but the number of daily infections is alarmingly high. Over… Continue reading Puzzle out how to make vax ring-fences succeed
Confronting Xi: India should engage both the Dalai Lama and Taiwan
Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/blogs/toi-editorials/confronting-xi-india-should-engage-both-the-dalai-lama-and-taiwan/ Contents1 Synopsis:2 Background:3 Dismal state of India- China relations in recent times:4 Lesson for India:5 Way Ahead: Synopsis: China has adopted a confrontational attitude against India as seen from last year’s unilateral aggression in the Galwan Valley region of Eastern Ladakh. In this scenario, India needs to recalibrate its China strategy and engage… Continue reading Confronting Xi: India should engage both the Dalai Lama and Taiwan
Behest lending can give rise to a NPA problem
Source: Livemint Relevance: A lesson from the 2008 global financial crisis that can help India tackle post-pandemic situation better Synopsis: Aggressive lending to MSME sector can result in a NPA problem in the future. Contents1 Background2 Present situation – impending problems3 Impact of lending to MSMEs4 Shortcomings of credit schemes Background Response to 2008 financial… Continue reading Behest lending can give rise to a NPA problem
India must show global leadership on climate crisis by adopting a holistic approach to energy
Source: The Indian Express Relevance: Renewable energy and its issues are direct topics on Energy. Contents1 Synopsis: 2 Global countries on Climate Change:3 India-US Climate and Clean Energy Agenda 2030 Partnership:4 Challenges with Energy projects in India5 How India can adapt to energy demands? Synopsis: Meeting the Energy demands of people and government policy on them have… Continue reading India must show global leadership on climate crisis by adopting a holistic approach to energy
Centre must step up cash flows to the states
Source: Indian Express Synopsis: Borrowing by states via state development loans has been low in the first quarter of the present financial year. Reasons are discussed. State Development Loans (SDLs) A predominant source for state governments to raise money to finance their fiscal deficit is via SDLs or bonds. RBI facilitates the auctioning of SDLs. SDLs… Continue reading Centre must step up cash flows to the states
A geopolitical roadmap in uncertain times
Source: The Business Standard Relevance: The centrality of the India-China-US triangle is an important topic for International Relations Contents1 Synopsis: 2 Recent geopolitical developments around the world:3 The growth of China and its future policies:4 China’s growth in US prism:5 Geopolitics of India:6 The centrality of the India-China-US triangle:7 Suggestions to improve India’s relations: Synopsis: The book… Continue reading A geopolitical roadmap in uncertain times
A long road for migrant workers
Source: The Hindu Relevance: In the wake of the pandemic-induced migrant crisis, many developments took place. It is important to keep a track of all such important developments. Synopsis: The guidelines laid down by the Supreme Court are welcome, but they require robust systems. The bulk of guidelines seems declaratory rather than mandatory which warrants… Continue reading A long road for migrant workers
Challenging negative social norms
Source: The Hindu Synopsis: India touches a demographic milestone this World Population Day, wherein half of its population is below 29 years of age. However, a prudent realisation of this demographic dividend is possible only when every citizen (especially women) enjoys a robust degree of sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). This enjoyment in… Continue reading Challenging negative social norms
Oil on the boil
Source: Business Standard Relevance: Understanding how global crude oil prices impact India Synopsis: India should gradually move away from an over-reliance on imports for its crude oil and gas requirements. Possible solutions. Contents1 Impact of energy demand2 Countering increased demand3 Impact on India4 Suggestions/measures Impact of energy demand Energy prices are likely to stay elevated… Continue reading Oil on the boil
