Source: The Hindu Relevance: Future course of action for India vis-a-vis situation in Afghanistan Synopsis: With the West done with Afghanistan, New Delhi needs to adopt a layered approach in finding a political solution. It has to work with Eurasian powers to protect its interests and stabilise Afghanistan. Background The U.S. is retreating from Afghanistan… Continue reading Evaluating India’s options in Afghanistan
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Strengthen the Code
Source: Indian Express Syllabus: GS 3 Synopsis: The IBC’s results have fallen short of expectations. The procedure must be simplified. Introduction The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) was established by Parliament five years ago, bringing about a structural change in the framework that regulates India’s corporate insolvency resolution procedure. The IBC establishes a time limit… Continue reading Strengthen the Code
An emigration Bill that does not go far enough
Source: The Hindu Relevance: The emigration bill and other reforms are essential to protect Indian workers abroad. Contents1 Synopsis:2 Introduction:3 How Emigration is governed at present?4 Why does India need the Emigration bill?5 What are the challenges with the emigration bill?6 Suggestions: Synopsis: The new emigration bill is better than the Emigration Act 1983, but more… Continue reading An emigration Bill that does not go far enough
Uttar Pradesh’s draft population bill has an ableism problem
Source: The Indian Express Relevance: Population control measures have to be rational and focus on the welfare-based approach Synopsis: Apart from UP’s population policy’s coercive approach to population control, it plays into the widely prevalent notion of the disabled as a burden. Introduction: A new draft Bill prepared by the Uttar Pradesh (UP) Law Commission seeks to… Continue reading Uttar Pradesh’s draft population bill has an ableism problem
Healthcare privatization has not served India well
Source: live Mint Synopsis: Our failure to invest in public health facilities has resulted in a disproportionately large role for private services in this industry. Contents1 Introduction 2 What is the state of India’s healthcare?3 What should be done?4 Conclusion Introduction India opened its markets to private participation 30 years ago. Overall, sectors dominated by private… Continue reading Healthcare privatization has not served India well
A framework for microfinance regulation that would suit India
Source: Live Mint Synopsis: The proposed framework for microfinance regulation by RBI is a great leap forward and reflects bold thinking. Yet, expanding it to cover other elements can usher in responsible retail lending that includes but transcends microfinance. Background The Malegam Committee Report of 2011 helped establish micro- finance as a legitimate asset class,… Continue reading A framework for microfinance regulation that would suit India
Introducing Gross Environment Product in Uttarakhand: A jargon or reality?
Source: Down to Earth Synopsis: The Uttarakhand government may introduce a well-defined concept of ecosystem services Gross Environment Product’ (GEP) its objectives. Contents1 Background2 Ecosystem Services3 Ecosystem Services provided by Uttarakhand4 Concept to measure Ecosystem Services5 Way forward Background Degradation of ecosystems had led to adverse impacts on more than 60 per cent of services we… Continue reading Introducing Gross Environment Product in Uttarakhand: A jargon or reality?
Wounded mountains
Source: The Hindu Synopsis: Tourist tragedy in Himachal Pradesh points to the importance of preserving ecology Background The tragic death of nine tourists in a landslip in Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh is another example highlighting the fragility of the ecology of the Himalayan States. Encouraging an incompatible model of development in the hills, represented… Continue reading Wounded mountains
Moon-forming region seen around exoplanet for the first time
Source: The Hindu Contents1 Synopsis:2 Background:3 Findings of the study:4 About PDS 70:5 Birth of a moon: Synopsis: Scientists for the first time have spotted a Moon-forming region around a planet beyond our solar system. The research offers a deeper understanding of the formation of planets and moons. Background: A study published in the Astrophysical… Continue reading Moon-forming region seen around exoplanet for the first time
Guardrails of Privacy
Source: Indian Express Synopsis: The allegations of targeted surveillance have a chilling effect on personal and civil liberties that are crucial for a democracy to function. Introduction: The recent allegations and reports by Arsenal Consulting and Amnesty International on targeted electronic surveillance of selected activists, politicians, journalists, businessmen, and even scientists are worrying. The sophistication… Continue reading Guardrails of Privacy
