Source: The post is based on the article “In good faith: Why remission of sentences of Anand Mohan Singh and Bilkis Bano convicts is ethically wrong” published in the Indian Express on 11th May 2023. Syllabus: GS – 4: Determinants and consequences of Ethics in-human actions. Relevance: About the ethical dimensions of remission. News: The recent remissions of… Continue reading In good faith: Why remission of sentences of Anand Mohan Singh and Bilkis Bano convicts is ethically wrong
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The SVB crash could cue how to fortify banks in India
Source: The post is based on the article “The SVB crash could cue how to fortify banks in India” published in the Livemint on 11th May 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: Effects of liberalization on the economy. Relevance: About SVB failure and its lesson for India. News: The collapse in the US of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) might… Continue reading The SVB crash could cue how to fortify banks in India
Snap judgment – Every birth or death should not be seen as success or failure of Project Cheetah
Source: The post is based on the article “Snap judgment – Every birth or death should not be seen as success or failure of Project Cheetah” published in The Hindu on 11th May 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: Environment and Bio-diversity Conservation. Relevance: About issues in India’s cheetah reintroduction project. News: It is almost three months since South… Continue reading Snap judgment – Every birth or death should not be seen as success or failure of Project Cheetah
Green crosshairs – A multi-pronged counter is warranted to tackle the EU’s carbon tax plans
Source: The post is based on the article “Green crosshairs – A multi-pronged counter is warranted to tackle the EU’s carbon tax plans” published in The Hindu on 10th May 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests. Relevance: About Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism of EU. News: The… Continue reading Green crosshairs – A multi-pronged counter is warranted to tackle the EU’s carbon tax plans
Stressing stability – Indian policymakers must remain vigilant
Source: The post is based on the article “Stressing stability – Indian policymakers must remain vigilant” published in The Hindu on 10th May 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Relevance: About Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism of EU. News: The Financial Stability and Development Council, headed by… Continue reading Stressing stability – Indian policymakers must remain vigilant
Jailhouse Shock – Tihar won’t change unless some authority is made directly responsible for running it
Source: The post is based on the article “Jailhouse Shock – Tihar won’t change unless some authority is made directly responsible for running it” published in The Times of India on 10th May 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Mechanisms, laws, institutions and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of vulnerable sections. Relevance: About managing Tihar Jail. News:… Continue reading Jailhouse Shock – Tihar won’t change unless some authority is made directly responsible for running it
India’s stumble on rupee trading holds a lesson on globalization
Source: The post is based on the article “India’s stumble on rupee trading holds a lesson on globalization” published in the Livemint on 10th May 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Relevance: About the trade settlements in Rupee. News: As China, India, and Russia trying… Continue reading India’s stumble on rupee trading holds a lesson on globalization
Ban on diesel vehicles by 2027: Reasoning and Challenges – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction As environmental concerns take centre stage, India contemplates a significant shift in its automotive industry. A government panel, the Energy Transition Advisory Committee (ETAC), recommends a ban on diesel vehicles in cities with a population of over a million by 2027. This bold step aims to curb emissions and promote… Continue reading Ban on diesel vehicles by 2027: Reasoning and Challenges – Explained, pointwise
Ad-hoc faculty recruitment system and their impact on higher education– Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The incident of a Delhi University lecturer’s death brings focus on the serious problems in India’s ad-hoc faculty recruitment system. His unsuccessful attempt to secure tenure, despite five years of temporary teaching, shows the tough conditions faced by these educators and how it can affect the quality of our higher… Continue reading Ad-hoc faculty recruitment system and their impact on higher education– Explained, pointwise
Of hope and vigilance – WHO’s announcement gives hope, but there is a message of caution
Source: The post is based on the article “Of hope and vigilance – WHO’s announcement gives hope, but there is a message of caution” published in The Hindu on 9th May 2023 Syllabus: GS 2 – Issues relating to the development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health. Relevance: About the WHO Declaration on COVID Pandemic. News: Recently,… Continue reading Of hope and vigilance – WHO’s announcement gives hope, but there is a message of caution
