Author: Gaurav Yadav

Unpaid domestic work, such as childcare, eldercare, cooking, and household management, forms the invisible foundation of economies and societies, yet remains largely excluded from conventional economic measurements. The recent judgement of the Supreme Court of India has renewed attention to recognizing the economic and social value of such work. Understanding the concept and developing methods… Continue reading Unpaid Domestic Work – Explained Pointwise

The 52nd G7 Summit, hosted by France in Évian-les-Bains from June 15 to 17, 2026, brought together global leaders to address critical challenges including the Ukraine war, West Asia diplomacy, global economic imbalances, and artificial intelligence governance. India is not a member of the G7 but has become a regular and influential invitee to its… Continue reading G7 and India – Significance and Challenges – Explained Pointwise

India is experiencing one of the most severe water crises in its history. With only 4% of the world’s freshwater resources but home to nearly 18% of the global population, the country faces acute stress in meeting the water demands of its people, agriculture, and industry. By 2030, India’s water demand is projected to be… Continue reading Water Crisis in India – Causes & Consequences – Explained Pointwise

The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016 is India’s landmark insolvency law that provides a time-bound framework for resolving corporate distress, maximizing asset value, and improving creditor recovery. To address delays and procedural bottlenecks, the government recently enacted the IBC (Amendment) Act, 2026, introducing stricter timelines, a creditor-initiated insolvency process, enhanced creditor rights, and measures… Continue reading Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code – Features, Achievements & Limitations – Explained Pointwise

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit France to participate in the G7 Summit. This is PM’s 7th official visit to France since 2014. India and France share a longstanding strategic partnership rooted in mutual trust, encompassing defence, space, nuclear energy, maritime security, and climate cooperation. The relationship is significant for advancing India’s strategic… Continue reading India-France Relations – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise

In a significant judgment, the Delhi High Court quashed the Enforcement Directorate’s case against a media outlet and its founder, holding that the allegations failed to disclose any cognisable offence and that continuing the proceedings amounted to a gross abuse of law. The ED is India’s premier agency for investigating money laundering and foreign exchange… Continue reading Enforcement Directorate: Role & Criticisms – Explained Pointwise

India has experienced numerous industrial disasters over the decades, ranging from chemical leaks and mining accidents to factory fires and structural collapses. Recently, a blast occurred at a steel plant in Vizag that killed 9 workers. Last year also, a lethal accident happened in the pharma unit of Sigachi Industries in Hyderabad that led to the death… Continue reading Industrial Disasters – Causes & Way Forward – Explained Pointwise

India and Nepal share deep civilizational, cultural, and people-to-people ties, underpinned by an open border and close economic cooperation. However, periodic disagreements over boundary issues, including recent remarks by Nepal’s Prime Minister on the border dispute, highlight persistent sensitivities. Nepal’s PM indicated that the the boundary dispute is not one-sided & should be resolved through… Continue reading India-Nepal Relationship – Explained Pointwise

India has recently accelerated its pursuit of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) as part of its strategy to deepen global economic integration, diversify export markets, and strengthen supply-chain resilience. Moving beyond its earlier cautious approach, India has concluded FTAs with countries such as United Arab Emirates and Australia, while actively negotiating agreements with the European Union,… Continue reading India’s Foreign Trade Agreements (FTAs): Approach and Challenges – Explained Pointwise

India and Indonesia recently held high-level diplomatic talks as External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono in New Delhi during the 8th India-Indonesia Joint Commission Meeting. The discussions focused on strengthening the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, with emphasis on defence cooperation, maritime security, trade, investment, connectivity, food security, and regional issues. The… Continue reading India-Indonesia Relations – Explained Pointwise