Source: Indian Express GS-3: concern associated with technologies. Synopsis: DNA Technology (Use and Application) Bill, 2019 has many concerns over its use when implemented. So, it is necessary to debate the effects before finalizing the Bill. Background The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Science, Technology, Environment, Forests, and Climate Change was tasked to review the DNA… Continue reading Concerns regarding DNA Technology (Use and Application) Bill, 2019
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Internet shutdowns in India: impacts and way forward
Source: The Hindu Gs2: Government Policies and Interventions for Development in various sectors and Issues arising out of their Design and Implementation. Synopsis: Frequent internet shutdown by the state has many negative consequences. Governments must find alternatives to balance civil liberties and security. Background: The Temporary Suspension of Telecom Services (Public Emergency or Public Safety)… Continue reading Internet shutdowns in India: impacts and way forward
Gandhian imprint in the farmer’s protest
Source: The Hindu Syllabus: GS 4 – Contributions of moral thinkers and philosophers from India and the world. GS 3 – Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices; Public Distribution System-objectives, functioning, limitations, revamping. Synopsis: The protesting farmers are going through physical and mental suffering in Delhi’s severe winter. But… Continue reading Gandhian imprint in the farmer’s protest
Why India-EU trade pact is still difficult to achieve?
Source: click here Syllabus: GS 2 Synopsis: The EU is in a turbulent situation currently due to COVID-19, Brexit, and international tensions with the US. This has unsettled the EU and worsened internal issues. Introduction India is planning to start negotiations on investment and trade agreements with the European Union (EU). However, these discussions might… Continue reading Why India-EU trade pact is still difficult to achieve?
Bad Banks – pros and cons
Source: The Hindu Syllabus: GS 3 – Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Synopsis: The centre is proposing to set up Bad Banks or Asset Reconstruction Company to acquire bad loans from banks. Introduction There is a persisting issue of bad loans in the Indian banking sector… Continue reading Bad Banks – pros and cons
Sri Lanka has pushed India and Japan out from the Colombo Terminal Project
Synopsis – Sri Lankan government has been forced to revoke a 2019 deal with India and Japan. The deal was to build the East Container Terminal (ECT) at Colombo Port. They cancelled the deal after facing intense resistance from trade unions across the region. Contents0.0.1 Background-0.1 Significance of the ECT Project for India –1 What… Continue reading Sri Lanka has pushed India and Japan out from the Colombo Terminal Project
New Farm Laws and Labour Codes is the way forward
Source: The Indian Express Syllabus: GS-3 Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies Synopsis: The agriculture and labour reforms passed recently creates a condition for productivity and enhance growth. This benefits millions of small farmers and unorganised workers. Farm Laws and the changes it brings: … Continue reading New Farm Laws and Labour Codes is the way forward
ICMR’s 3rd serological survey: Need to rethink on vaccination strategy
Synopsis: The recent findings of ICMR’s 3rd serological survey can be used to revalidate the vaccination policy of India. Background The ICMR’s third serological survey findings were published at a press conference recently. However, the specific details of the course of the infection are not released. It will be made public later, in a peer-reviewed… Continue reading ICMR’s 3rd serological survey: Need to rethink on vaccination strategy
Lessons from the past for way forward in Myanmar
Source: The Hindu Gs2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India’s interests, Indian Diaspora. Synopsis: The international community needs to plan according to the ground realities of Myanmar before making any effort to restore Democracy. Background: Following the recent military coup in Myanmar, many countries have voiced their concern to… Continue reading Lessons from the past for way forward in Myanmar
Twitter might face penal action under IT Act
Source – The Hindu Syllabus- GS 3 – Challenges to internal security through communication networks, the role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges, basics of cybersecurity; money-laundering and its prevention Synopsis- Twitter unilaterally restored accounts despite government order for blocking. Background The Ministry of Electronics and IT ordered Twitter to block… Continue reading Twitter might face penal action under IT Act
