Author: Kunal Khureja

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction There has been a political turmoil in the State of Maharashtra over the last few days. The incumbent Chief Minister of Maharashtra had resigned on June 29, and the new Chief Minister was sworn-in on June 30. The new Government has to pass the floor test very soon. These political… Continue reading Issues in the Working of Anti-Defection Law – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The Goods and Services Tax (GST) has completed its 5th year today since its inception on 1 July 2017. The move towards ‘one nation one tax’ was one of the most historic indirect tax reforms in  India . After concerted efforts of consensus building for over a decade, GST replaced… Continue reading Five Years of GST: Achievements, Challenges and Way Ahead – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Pre-legislative Consultation is a process where a Bill is properly scrutinized by all stakeholders prior to its enactment, to assess its Constitutionality and rights-compliance. The purpose is to enhance accountability of the Government leading to better policy formulation. The 17th Lok Sabha has passed about 150 Bills in less than… Continue reading Pre-Legislative Consultation Framework in India – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction India’s growth trajectory is witnessing an inflection point. As the economy moves ahead on path of recovery, the foundations of a new economy are emerging. India has been witnessing a massive solar energy push, an Electric Vehicle (EV) ecosystem, and a speciality chemicals sector that is becoming a global hub.… Continue reading Rare Earth Elements: Strategic Importance and Reducing Import Dependence – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Climate Change is no longer a myth and the adverse impacts of the phenomena are increasingly becoming evident. Anthropogenic interventions have significantly enhanced the magnitude and extent of climate change. With record-breaking heat waves hitting many parts of the world over the last few months, scientific circles have been hotly… Continue reading Geoengineering Technologies: Applications and Concerns – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Space exploration commenced with the launch of Sputnik 1, the first artificial satellite, in 1957. The cold war era was characterized by the intense race between the erstwhile USSR and the US, to dominate the space. This space race was led by the Government owned agencies of the US and… Continue reading Space Economy in India – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Plastic waste management is becoming a challenging task for countries across the globe and India is no exception to it. The use of plastic is on rise while its disposal and safe management hasn’t been commensurate with increased usage. This has resulted in creation of landfills on land and garbage… Continue reading Ban on Single-Use Plastic – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The WHO and UNICEF recently released the Global Report on Assistive Technology. The Report has been developed in response to the World Health Assembly resolution (WHA71.8) on improving access to assistive technology. The resolution was adopted in May 2018. The Report assumes significance as globally 90% of those who need assistive… Continue reading Access to Assistive Technology: Challenges and Solutions – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The recently released Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) shows a dismal picture of India with respect to the degree of air pollution. It has ranked India as the world’s second most polluted country. The AQLI Analysis noted that the air pollution shortens average life expectancy in India by 5 years… Continue reading Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) – Explained, pointwise