For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 What is Geospatial Technology?3 What is the Current Status of Geospatial Sector in India?4 What is the significance of Geospatial Sector?5 What steps have been taken by the Government for the sector?6 What changes have happened after the deregulation?7 What are the challenges impairing progress of Geospatial Sector?8 What… Continue reading Geospatial Sector in India – Explained, pointwise
Author: Kunal Khureja
Prime Minister declares 14th August as Partition Horrors Remembrance Day
Source: The Hindu, PIB, PIB Synopsis: In a fitting tribute to all those who lost their lives due to the partition of the nation and were displaced from their roots, the Government has decided to observe 14th August as the day to commemorate their sacrifice. Background: The country celebrated 75th Independence Day on 15th August… Continue reading Prime Minister declares 14th August as Partition Horrors Remembrance Day
On August 15, 1947, where was Bapu?
Source: The Hindu Contents1 Synopsis:2 Background:3 Mahatma Gandhi’s conduct before Independence Day:4 Conduct on the Independence Day: Synopsis: Mahatma Gandhi was working for the welfare and unity of the nation on 15th August 1947. He enlightened the new leaders about their humongous responsibility towards the nation and appealed to the masses for sustaining the trust… Continue reading On August 15, 1947, where was Bapu?
An Indian sail to navigate the maritime environment
Source: The Hindu Relevance: On maritime security Synopsis: India’s leadership in the debate on maritime security has boosted its standing as a key player in the shared commons. Contents1 Background2 Maritime Traditions3 A responsible Maritime Power4 Way Forward Background A high level open debate was conducted by the UN Security Council (UNSC) on 9th August… Continue reading An Indian sail to navigate the maritime environment
The State of Urban Wetlands in India – Explained, pointwise
Contents1 Introduction2 About Wetlands3 State of Urban Wetlands4 Reasons behind loss of Urban wetlands5 Importance of Wetlands6 Conservation measures7 Issues/concerns8 Suggestions Introduction Four more wetlands have been recognized as wetlands of international importance under the Ramsar Convention, taking the number to 46. The inclusion will provide better protection and conservation of the wetlands, especially the… Continue reading The State of Urban Wetlands in India – Explained, pointwise
Maritime Security Challenges – Explained, Pointwise
Contents1 Introduction2 About Maritime Security:3 Maritime Security Issues4 Why is India focusing on Maritime Security?5 Mechanisms available against maritime challenges:6 Issues in tackling maritime challenges:7 Suggestions:8 Conclusion Introduction The issue of Maritime Security is being discussed at the global level. India recently hosted the UNSC summit on maritime security. The meeting was chaired by India,… Continue reading Maritime Security Challenges – Explained, Pointwise
Revisit the idea of ‘aging out’ India’s coal plants
Source: The Hindu Contents1 Synopsis:2 Background:3 Why should the old coal plants retire?4 Arguments against the retirement of old coal plants:5 Way Forward: Synopsis: It is right to let old coal capacity fade away in due course, but age shouldn’t be used as the sole criteria for it. The focus should be on doing detailed… Continue reading Revisit the idea of ‘aging out’ India’s coal plants
Expiry of safeguard duty: Boon for solar developers, bane for manufacturers
Source: Business Standard Contents1 Synopsis:2 Background:3 About India’s Solar Sector:4 Benefits for Solar project developers:5 Issues for Manufacturers:6 Conclusion: Synopsis: The decision of the center to impose a basic customs duty from April 2022 and the expiration of the existing safeguard guard duty will result in higher solar imports. This move will benefit solar plant… Continue reading Expiry of safeguard duty: Boon for solar developers, bane for manufacturers
ISRO-SAC instrument finds presence of hydroxyl and water molecules on Moon
Source: Indian express Synopsis: The discovery of hydroxyl and water molecules on the moon would help in studying its mineralogy. Background: Chandrayaan-2 has detected the unambiguous presence of hydroxyl and water molecules on the Moon. The findings were confirmed by a paper published in the latest issue of the fortnightly journal Current Science. The paper was… Continue reading ISRO-SAC instrument finds presence of hydroxyl and water molecules on Moon
The foreign stimulus
Source: Business Standard Synopsis: Foreign money pouring into the start-up universe may finally provide the stimulus to the economy that the government was unable to provide. This money would help the country to achieve a sustained growth rate of 7% for the coming years. Background: The Indian start-up scene is on fire. In the first six… Continue reading The foreign stimulus
