Author: Gaurav Yadav

Nutrition is closely linked to the development of human capital in the country, as improved nutrition contributes to better health, learning outcomes and productivity. As POSHAN Abhiyaan completes eight years, the mission reflects the growing emphasis on convergence, technology-enabled governance and community participation in addressing nutrition challenges. The transition to Mission Poshan 2.0 underscores a… Continue reading Nutritional Security in India – Significance and Challenges – Explained Pointwise

The government has circulated a set of 3 Bills related to delimitation & women’s reservation in the Lok Sabha. These Bills, if passed, could significantly affect the working of the Parliament in future. So, it is important to understand the changes that will be introduced by these Bills & what would be their implications. Table… Continue reading Implications of Increasing Lok Sabha Size – Explained Pointwise

Heatwaves in India are becoming more severe and frequent, posing serious health risks. The last 2 years recorded unprecedented temperatures, with over 57% of Indian districts now classified as heat-prone. IMD predicts a rise in maximum temperatures and more heatwaves in eastern and southern India in the coming days. India must stay prepared to handle… Continue reading Heatwaves in India- Explained Pointwise

Reflecting the central government’s decisive defence strategy against Left Wing Extremism, significant progress has been made in reducing Naxal-affected regions across the country. With decisive interventions, the Naxal-most-affected districts have been brought down from 36 (2014) to only 3 (2025) and total LWE-affected districts from 126 to just 11 by 2025. The Government has adopted… Continue reading Naxalism in India – Explained Pointwise

The Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026 is a major piece of legislation passed by the Parliament in April 2026. Its primary goal is to create a unified legal framework for the service conditions of “Group A” officers across the different Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), such as the BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP,… Continue reading CAPF Bill- Explained Pointwise

The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, which seeks to overhaul the regulation of higher education in India, is under examination of Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) for deliberation after its introduction in the Lok Sabha during the winter session. The Bill aims to create a single apex body that replaces UGC, AICTE & NCTE, and… Continue reading Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan (VBSA) Bill 2025 – Provisions, Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise

The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill has recently been passed by the Parliament. The enactment of the Bill has signaled a decisive move from a regime of excessive criminalisation to one rooted in trust-based governance, ease of doing business, and proportional regulation. Table of Content What is the Jan Vishwas Bill? What are the… Continue reading Jan Vishwas Bill – Explained Pointwise

The Artemis-2 Mission sent a crew of 4 astronauts beyond low-earth orbit for the first time since 1972. It aims to prove the whole system works as designed & accelerate plans to land U.S. astronauts on the moon amid increasing competition from China. Table of Content What is the Artemis Program? What are the objectives… Continue reading ARTEMIS PROGRAM – Objective & Significance – Explained Poinwtise

India with its agricultural tradition and diverse climate, holds immense potential for the food processing sector. This industry is not only a cornerstone for the country’s economic growth but is also pivotal for ensuring food security, reducing wastage, enhancing farmers’ incomes and providing employment opportunities. In order to achieve a developed nation status in the… Continue reading Food Processing Sector-Significance and Challenges- Explained Pointwise

6 Police personnel across police stations in Tamil Nadu have been suspended in connection with the custodial death of a 26-year old person named Akash Delison. In a dying declaration recorded by him at hospital a day before his death, he described the severe police torture that he went through. Table of Content What is… Continue reading Custodial Violence in India – Explained Pointwise