Source: Indian Express Relevance: Dowry practice is still prevalent in Indian Society, despite taking different measures. Contents1 Synopsis:2 Background:3 Challenges in Tackling Dowry:4 Multipronged Approach to tackle dowry:5 Way Ahead: Synopsis: Country needs a multipronged approach to tackle the inhuman practice of dowry. Mere enactment of a legislative framework or enhancement of literacy levels… Continue reading Why a grassroots mass movement is necessary to fight dowry
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Envisioning the post-pandemic smart city
Source: The Hindu Relevance: Smart cities project requires rethinking after the Covid pandemic. Contents1 Synopsis:2 About the smart city:3 Performance of Cities during the Pandemic:4 Building a post-pandemic smart city: Synopsis: The pandemic has come as a remarkable opportunity to review the pathway for ‘smart cities’, and also other towns not on the map. Further,… Continue reading Envisioning the post-pandemic smart city
All WHO-approved jabs must be recognised for travel: UN
Source: The Hindu Relevance: Vaccination is essential for global economic recovery. The World Health Organization recently said that any COVID-19 vaccine it has authorised for emergency use should be recognised by countries as they open up their borders to inoculated travelers. The move could force Western countries to broaden their acceptance of two apparently less… Continue reading All WHO-approved jabs must be recognised for travel: UN
A widening current account deficit is both good news and bad
Source: Live Mint Relevance: Some signs like CAD signifies economic recovery Synopsis: current account deficit (CAD) of India is widening. It is a piece of mixed news for India. India’s current account deficit (CAD) has widened. As per the latest data, it is around 1% of gross domestic product (GDP). It is a relief for… Continue reading A widening current account deficit is both good news and bad
Delhi’s lame duck Assembly
Source: The Hindu Relevance: The GNCTD Act impact the functions of the Delhi Legislative Assembly and Federalism. The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD)(Amendment) Act, 2021 is criticised as a retrograde law. The bulk of criticism has been focused on the reduced autonomy of the elected government and the consequent vesting of several… Continue reading Delhi’s lame duck Assembly
What is a heat dome? – Explained
Source: Indian Express, Hindustantimes, Livemint Relevance: Important weather phenomenon impacting the climate and the people. Synopsis: Parts of Canada and USA are reeling under severe heatwave caused due to a heat dome. Possible causes and likely impact are discussed. Contents1 Why in news?2 What is a heat dome?3 Impact of a heat dome4 Are heat… Continue reading What is a heat dome? – Explained
Understanding Stability in Power Supply in 2024
Source: Business Standard Contents1 Synopsis:1.1 About Japanese Investment in Solar Energy:1.2 Solar Power Cost Trajectory in India:1.3 Challenges in Solar Energy:1.4 How to Improve India’s Solar Energy? Synopsis: India’s solar energy price reduction needs other reforms from the government to enhance India’s solar capacity. About Japanese Investment in Solar Energy: In 2015, Japan’s SoftBank Group… Continue reading Understanding Stability in Power Supply in 2024
Patent Waiver Talks Falter on Developed Nations’ Hurdles
Source: Times of India Synopsis: After showing some promise, the patent waiver talks at the World Trade Organization (WTO) have hit a hurdle due to a split between the developed and developing countries. What Developing Countries Want, and What is The EU Proposing? India and South Africa have suggested that their proposal for Covid drugs,… Continue reading Patent Waiver Talks Falter on Developed Nations’ Hurdles
GST at four: A dive into the milestones and the unfinished agenda
Source: Business Standard Relevance: GST has completed 4 years, since its implementation. Goods and Services Tax (GST) marked a new chapter in India’s taxation. It has completed four years. Following are the major highlights of its journey, till now. Revenue collection: Before April, the monthly collection of GST was ₹ 95,000 crore on average. However,… Continue reading GST at four: A dive into the milestones and the unfinished agenda
Govt Charts Course For Usage of New-Age Fuel In 2023
Source: Livemint Contents1 Relevance:1.1 Synopsis:1.2 Background:1.3 About Green Hydrogen:1.4 What Does The Draft Cabinet Note Say?1.5 Way Ahead: Relevance: Green Hydrogen has the potential to become a major source of energy. It will be helpful in dealing with climate change. Synopsis: The Govt Charts Course For Usage of New-Age Fuel, plans to implement the… Continue reading Govt Charts Course For Usage of New-Age Fuel In 2023
