Synopsis: Issue of WhatsApp privacy policy has again raised the concern of data privacy in India. What are the options available with the government to handle this issue? Introduction Facebook’s revenue model uses data on its platform to allow advertisers to target relevant consumers. Now Facebook Inc. wants to integrate the services from WhatsApp, Instagram and… Continue reading Privacy and surveillance
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Challenges in internationalisation of higher education
Synopsis: NEP, 2020 has an objective to attract International branch campuses (IBCs) of top Universities in India. But there are several challenges associated with it. Background Recently, National Education Policy-2020 (NEP-2020) was introduced in India. NEP-2020, for the first time, has highlighted internationalisation of higher education as an objective. To achieve this, NEP-2020 allows the top 100 World-Class Universities to open international branch… Continue reading Challenges in internationalisation of higher education
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Co-WIN platform upgraded
Why in News? The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has announced the upgradation of Co-WIN software. It is to cater to more sessions per site and change in site location. Facts: CoWIN App: It is a digitalised platform by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW). It allows Indian citizens to apply for a Covid-19 vaccine shot and helps agencies in keeping a track of… Continue reading Co-WIN platform upgraded
Joint Military Exercise Kavach
Why in News? A large scale Joint Military exercise – Exercise Kavach will be conducted in the coming week. Facts: Exercise Kavach: It is a Joint Military exercise involving assets of the Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force, and Indian Coast Guard. Conducted under: The exercise will be conducted under the aegis of the Andaman and Nicobar Command, the… Continue reading Joint Military Exercise Kavach
Pardoning Powers of Governor
Why in News? Tamil Nadu Governor will make a decision on a plea for the release of a prisoner. The prisoner is undergoing life imprisonment for the assassination of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi in 1991. Facts: Pardoning Powers of Governor: Article 161: It provides that the Governor shall have the power to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, or… Continue reading Pardoning Powers of Governor
Green bonds
Why in News? According to the Reserve Bank of India(RBI), the cost of issuing green bonds in India has generally remained higher compared to other bonds. It is largely due to asymmetric information. About Green Bonds: It is a debt instrument just like any other normal bond, issued by an issuer for raising funds. The only difference is that these instruments are designed… Continue reading Green bonds
Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban)
Why in News? According to Government data, a total of 1.1 crore houses has been approved under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban), of which more than 70 lakh houses are under various stages of construction and more than 41 lakh houses have been completed. Facts: Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana(Urban): It was launched by the Ministry… Continue reading Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban)
Dragon fruit to be renamed as ‘kamalam’
Why in News? Gujarat government has applied for a patent to change the nomenclature of dragon fruit to ‘Kamalam’.The word ‘Kamalam’ is a Sanskrit word and the shape of the dragon fruit resembles the lotus flower. Facts: Dragon Fruit: It is the fruit of a species of wild cactus indigenous to South and Central America,… Continue reading Dragon fruit to be renamed as ‘kamalam’
Global Risk Report, 2021
Why in News? The World Economic Forum(WEF) has released the 16th edition of the Global Risk Report, 2021. Report findings are based on the Global Risks Perception Survey (GRPS). GRPS was undertaken by more than 650 members of leadership communities of WEF (World Economic Forum). Aim: To highlight the risks and consequences of widening inequalities… Continue reading Global Risk Report, 2021
