Source: The post is based on the article “Since 2014, the poorest communities are earning less” published in the Indian Express on 24th May 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: Inclusive growth and issues arising from it. Relevance: About growth rate trends of poor communities. News: According to Labour Bureau data, in 2022-23, the growth rate of real wages was… Continue reading Since 2014, the poorest communities are earning less
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Solidarity for peace – The G-7 must build a global consensus on the world’s challenges
Source: The post is based on the article “Solidarity for peace – The G-7 must build a global consensus on the world’s challenges” published in The Hindu on 23rd May 2023. Syllabus: GS – 2: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Relevance: About Hiroshima G7 Summit. News: Recently, Hiroshima G7 Summit occurred.… Continue reading Solidarity for peace – The G-7 must build a global consensus on the world’s challenges
It’s time to ensure safer skies
Source: The post is based on the article “It’s time to ensure safer skies” published in The Hindu on 23rd May 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc. Relevance: About Mangalore air accident and aviation sector. News: It has been 13 years since an aircraft crashed in Mangalore resulting in the deaths of 158… Continue reading It’s time to ensure safer skies
Withdrawal of currencies: need and challenges – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently announced the withdrawal of 2000 currency notes from circulation, while emphasizing that they will remain legal tender. This move aims to address various concerns and align with the RBI’s Clean Note Policy. About the recent withdrawal of currencies Background and objectives: The 2,000 rupee… Continue reading Withdrawal of currencies: need and challenges – Explained, pointwise
G7’s climate wishlist, and the realities of efforts to cap warming
Source: The post is based on the following articles “G7’s climate wishlist, and the realities of efforts to cap warming” published in the Indian Express on 22nd May 2023. “The end of ‘decoupling’?” published in the Business Standard on 22nd May 2023. Syllabus: GS – 2: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. Relevance:… Continue reading G7’s climate wishlist, and the realities of efforts to cap warming
Judging jallikattu – Verdict upholds cultural sentiment, but animal rights, human safety matter too
Source: The post is based on the article “Judging jallikattu – Verdict upholds cultural sentiment, but animal rights, human safety matter too” published in The Hindu on 22nd May 2023. Syllabus: GS – 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Relevance: About traditional bull-taming sports. News: The… Continue reading Judging jallikattu – Verdict upholds cultural sentiment, but animal rights, human safety matter too
Why2k Question – Will withdrawing ₹2,000 notes smoke out the crooked? Unlikely. The crooked economy’s much more inventive
Source: The post is based on the article “Why2k Question – Will withdrawing ₹2,000 notes smoke out the crooked? Unlikely. The crooked economy’s much more inventive” published in The Times of India on 22nd May 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Relevance: About RBI’s decision to… Continue reading Why2k Question – Will withdrawing ₹2,000 notes smoke out the crooked? Unlikely. The crooked economy’s much more inventive
Undo The Un-Liberalised Remittance Policy
Source: The post is based on the article “Undo The Un-Liberalised Remittance Policy” published in The Times of India on 22nd May 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Relevance: About the tax on international credit card transactions. News: The Centre has amended rules under the Foreign… Continue reading Undo The Un-Liberalised Remittance Policy
WMO’s State of the Global Climate Report – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has recently issued a new update to its “State of the Global Climate Report.” The report warns of a surge in global temperatures to record levels within the next five years. It predicts a 66% chance that annual average temperatures will exceed 1.5 °C above… Continue reading WMO’s State of the Global Climate Report – Explained, pointwise
Tax on international credit card transactions: rationale and challenges – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The recent imposition of tax on international credit card transactions has stirred discussions. This new policy aims to address the disparity between debit and credit card transactions abroad and prevent bypassing of Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) limits. However, it brings with it certain complexities. While aiming to enhance transparency and… Continue reading Tax on international credit card transactions: rationale and challenges – Explained, pointwise
