Source: TOI1, TOI2 Relevance: Issues involved in transitioning from coal-based industries to a clean energy model Synopsis: In light of the recently released IPCC report, it is clear that India needs an energy transition towards cleaner energy sources from the current coal-based scenario, but it must be done in a way which secures an equitable… Continue reading Transition from fossil fuels in India is a matter of politics, communities, federalism & jobs
Author: Luv Sharma
Our Harmed Forces: ‘Merit’ Principle Is Dangerous: Don’t let politics enter that domain
Source: TOI Relevance: Selection for top military posts, issues of merit over seniority. Synopsis: The Current system of promotion and advancement employed by the military is fair and based on merit. An analysis of the current system and potential implications of changing it. Contents1 Background2 Significance of a fair promotion system3 Existing methodology4 Current system… Continue reading Our Harmed Forces: ‘Merit’ Principle Is Dangerous: Don’t let politics enter that domain
Why India’s military leaders must have a free and frank discussion on demarcation of air power roles and missions?
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Unresolved issues pertaining to inter-services cooperation of armed forces in India. Synopsis: Indian Air Force is marred by a deep sense of insecurity over tri-service integration and the concept of jointness of armed forces. A historical perspective and a way forward. Contents1 Background2 Historical context3 IAF’s issues with jointness4 Why air-power… Continue reading Why India’s military leaders must have a free and frank discussion on demarcation of air power roles and missions?
Proposed amendments to Coal Bearing Areas Act will change land acquisition for mining: Experts
Source: Down to Earth Relevance: Implications of the amendments to Coal Bearing Areas (Acquisition and Development) [CBA] Act, 1957. Synopsis: The proposed amendments to the CBA Act are likely to grant more control to private corporations, make tribal land acquisition easy. An analysis. What is the CBA Act? The Coal Bearing Areas (Acquisition and Development)… Continue reading Proposed amendments to Coal Bearing Areas Act will change land acquisition for mining: Experts
Pegasus scandal points to the making of a surveillance state in India
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Understanding increasing state surveillance in India, measures to safeguard privacy. Synopsis: There seems to be a concerted effort to create a surveillance state, monitor free flow of information and use technology to control instead of empowering citizens. Increasing rate of surveillance in India and measures that must be taken to counter… Continue reading Pegasus scandal points to the making of a surveillance state in India
Explained: Electricity amendment bill 2021 —why are states such as WB opposing it?
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Resolving issues with the discom-sector. Synopsis: The Central government is facing opposition to the Electricity Amendment Bill 2021 even before it is introduced in Parliament. Examining key concerns being raised. Context West Bengal Chief Minister has written to the Prime Minister requesting that the Bill not be brought before Parliament claiming… Continue reading Explained: Electricity amendment bill 2021 —why are states such as WB opposing it?
The importance of the Gulf in shaping the geopolitics of Afghanistan
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Understanding the Afghan issue from a regional perspective. Synopsis: Importance of the Gulf countries in shaping the geopolitics of Afghanistan. Background The Taliban has been making rapid advances across Afghanistan by resorting to widespread violence since the US began withdrawing its troops from the country on May 1. The US has… Continue reading The importance of the Gulf in shaping the geopolitics of Afghanistan
No authority can force RTI applicant to submit ID: Panel
Source: TOI What is the news? In a landmark order in a case, the state information commission (SIC) Haryana has made it clear that no authority in the state can force an RTI applicant to apply in a particular format or submit identity proof with the application. Background As per the case, an advocate had filed an RTI before… Continue reading No authority can force RTI applicant to submit ID: Panel
New licensing regime for UCBs in the pipeline
Source: Business Standard What is the news? A brand-new licensing regime for urban co-operative banks (UCBs) is on the cards for financially sound and well-managed co-operative credit societies. This comes 17 years after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) stopped issuing them. Expected Reforms in UCBs Constituting a board of management (BoM) for UCBs with… Continue reading New licensing regime for UCBs in the pipeline
Standing with Kabul – India’s Afghan policy
Source: Indian Express Relevance: India’s Afghan policy post-US-exit from Afghanistan Synopsis: A lack of consensus on Afghanistan amongst the permanent members of UNSC means India will have to build international opinion around this topic gradually. Also, it should put pressure on Pakistan and the Taliban to make peace with Kabul. Analysis of India’s Afghan policy… Continue reading Standing with Kabul – India’s Afghan policy
