Source: The post is based on the article “Telangana Generates Electricity from Vegetable Waste” published in the PIB on 9th April 2023. What is the News? In a recent Mann Ki Baat episode, the Prime Minister praised the Bowenpally Vegetable Market and Bowenpally’s Biogas Plant for its electricity generation from vegetable waste. About Bowenpally’s Biogas Plant The waste generated… Continue reading Bowenpally’s Biogas Plant: Telangana Generates Electricity from Vegetable Waste
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Race to the bottom – Restricting journalists does not serve the interests of China or India
Source: The post is based on the article “Race to the bottom – Restricting journalists does not serve the interests of China or India” published in The Hindu on 10th April 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges. Relevance: About actions against journalists from India and China. News: Recently,… Continue reading Race to the bottom – Restricting journalists does not serve the interests of China or India
Increasing tiger population in India and government initiatives – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Recently, the Indian Prime Minister marked the 50th anniversary of Project Tiger by putting out a 5th cycle of India’s Tiger Census. Based on the survey, the tiger population in India has grown from 1,411 in 1972 to 3,167 in 2022. The Prime Minister established the International Big Cats Alliance… Continue reading Increasing tiger population in India and government initiatives – Explained, pointwise
New amendment rules on intermediary guidelines amount to censorship
Source: The post is based on the following articles “Intermediary oversight should never be opaque” published in the Livemint on 10th April 2023. “New amendment rules on intermediary guidelines amount to censorship” published in The Hindu on 10th April 2023 Syllabus: GS – 3: role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges. Relevance: About amendments… Continue reading New amendment rules on intermediary guidelines amount to censorship
Supreme Court judgment on Freedom of Press and its significance – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The Supreme Court of India’s recent judgment ordered the restoration of the broadcasting license of MediaOne, a Kerala-based television channel. It is considered as a significant victory for the freedom of the press. The ruling has highlighted the mounting political and economic pressures faced by the Indian media and the… Continue reading Supreme Court judgment on Freedom of Press and its significance – Explained, pointwise
What’s Hikikomori? Why 15 lakh Japanese are living in isolation?
Source: The post is based on the article “What’s Hikikomori? Why 15 lakh Japanese are living in isolation?” published in The Economic Times on 8th April 2023. What is the News? A phenomenon of social withdrawal known as Hikikomori is spreading rapidly in Japan. What is Hikikomori? It is a term used to describe people who have withdrawn from… Continue reading What’s Hikikomori? Why 15 lakh Japanese are living in isolation?
Express View on IT Rules amendments: Government sets itself up as judge, jury and executioner
Source: The post is based on the following articles “Express View on IT Rules amendments: Government sets itself up as judge, jury and executioner” published in the Indian Express on 8th April 2023. “What’s ‘Misleading’? – Why GoI fact-checking unit can become problematic” published in The Times of India on 8th April 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: role of media and social networking… Continue reading Express View on IT Rules amendments: Government sets itself up as judge, jury and executioner
Science for all – LIGO-India must contribute to the communities it needs sustenance from
Source: The post is based on the article “Science for all – LIGO-India must contribute to the communities it needs sustenance from” published in The Hindu on 7th April 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: Science and Technology- developments and their applications and effects in everyday life. Relevance: About the LIGO-India project. News: The Union Cabinet has recently granted permission to… Continue reading Science for all – LIGO-India must contribute to the communities it needs sustenance from
Open justice – Supreme Court strikes a blow for both media freedom and fair procedure
Source: The post is based on the following articles “Open justice – Supreme Court strikes a blow for both media freedom and fair procedure” published in The Hindu on 7th April 2023. “In Media One verdict, SC does some much-needed plain-speaking on national security” published in the Indian Express on 7th April 2023. “Free Speech: 1 Big Bench, 1 Benchmark”… Continue reading Open justice – Supreme Court strikes a blow for both media freedom and fair procedure
India – Bhutan relations and its significance – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction India and Bhutan have maintained a close relationship for many years. The recent meeting between both countries focused on the ongoing border negotiations between Bhutan and China. The meeting highlighted the close friendship between the two countries and their commitment to guiding India – Bhutan relations to new heights. This… Continue reading India – Bhutan relations and its significance – Explained, pointwise
