Reasons behind Nepal’s political crisis and India’s stance

Context: PM Oli’s decision to opt for fresh elections by dissolving the lower house has created a new political crisis in Nepal. What is the current crisis in Nepal? Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s move to dissolve the Lower House of Parliament, in order to counter the discord within the ruling party and a challenge… Continue reading Reasons behind Nepal’s political crisis and India’s stance

Need for upgrading India-Europe relations

Context- Integrating Europe into India’s new strategic calculus must be a serious goal in 2021. Three latest developments underline Delhi’s altering strategic perceptions of Europe- India’s assist for France’s membership of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA). This accession reflects the determination of France, an Indian Ocean rim country, to become more involved in the Indo-Pacific region. India… Continue reading Need for upgrading India-Europe relations

Impact of New Welfarism approach of government on nutrition

Context: The New welfarism approach followed by the present government can better explain the reason for the overall rise in stunting rates. Background The 5th round of the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) that covers dimensions such as health, nutrition, and the overall quality of lives, has been recently released. It provides reliable and independent evidence to… Continue reading Impact of New Welfarism approach of government on nutrition

Suitability of International Branch Campuses (IBC) in India’s education system

Context: Before allowing international branch campuses (IBC) to operate in India, their potential role and suitability in Indian Environment should be analysed . Background: Although National Education Policy 2020 has recommended allowing universities in the top 100 categories of the World University Rankings to operate in India, inadequate focus has been given to the potential role and suitability… Continue reading Suitability of International Branch Campuses (IBC) in India’s education system

Parliamentary Standing Committee recommendation on the management of COVID-19 situation

News: The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs has submitted its report to the Rajya Sabha Chairman on the management of Covid-19 situation. Facts: Key Suggestions given by Panel: Panel has given suggestion on the four aspects: The country’s preparedness Augmentation of health infrastructure Social impact Economic impact Source: The Hindu On Country’s preparedness Separate Wing: A separate wing may… Continue reading Parliamentary Standing Committee recommendation on the management of COVID-19 situation

Super Hornet fighter jets being tested for Navy use

Source : The Hindu News: Boeing has announced the successful demonstration of the compatibility of its F/A-18 Super Hornet fighter jets with the Indian Navy’s aircraft carriers as part of its pitch for the Navy’s fighter procurement. Facts: Super Hornet Fighter Jet: It is the world’s most lethal, advanced, combat-proven, multi-role frontline fighter-jet. Developed by: The jet has… Continue reading Super Hornet fighter jets being tested for Navy use

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Status of leopards in India, 2018 Report

Source: The Indian Express News: Union Environment Minister has released the Status of Leopards in India 2018 Report. Facts: Key Takeaways from the report: Method Used: The leopard population has been estimated using camera trapping method apart from satellite imaging and field work by teams of forest officers. Leopards in India: There are 12,852 leopards in India as of… Continue reading Status of leopards in India, 2018 Report

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Himalayan trillium, an endangered common Himalayan herb

Source: The Hindu News: Himalayan trillium (Trillium govanianum), a common herb of the Himalayas was declared ‘endangered’ by the International Union for Conservation of Nature(IUCN). Facts: Himalayan Trillium: It is a common herb of the Himalayas. It is often locally called as Nagchatri. Vegetation: It is found in temperate and sub-alpine zones of the Himalayas at an altitude… Continue reading Himalayan trillium, an endangered common Himalayan herb

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