The Committee Report on Digital Competition Law, has recommended an ex-ante (intervention before an event occurs) regulation for digital markets in India. Presently, the Competition Commission of India (CCI), takes ex-post measures (intervention after an event occurs) for anticompetitive practices in the digital sector. In its report, the Committee also published a draft Digital Competition… Continue reading Committee Report on Digital Competition Law- Explained Pointwise
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Fiscal Consolidation of state governments in India- Explained Pointwise
The fiscal consolidation of state governments in India has become a matter of vigorous debate between the Union and the State Governments. Recently, Government of Kerala has approached the Supreme Court for increasing the borrowing limits of the state to bridge their deficit. The Union government contends that the borrowing limit of the states must… Continue reading Fiscal Consolidation of state governments in India- Explained Pointwise
Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA)- Explained Pointwise
The Supreme Court has recently endorsed the sweeping powers of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Recently, a SC bench headed by Justice Bela M. Trivedi, castigated four Tamil Nadu District Collectors for failing to appear in person in response to a summons issued to them under PMLA, by… Continue reading Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA)- Explained Pointwise
Katchatheevu Island controversy- Explained Pointwise
The Katchatheevu Island controversy has resurfaced in the run-up to the Lok Sabha Polls 2024. The controversy has often been used by political parties for attacking their adversaries. The present NDA government has accused the past Congress government of ‘callously‘ giving away the disputed territory to Sri Lanka, as part of the Maritime Boundary Agreement in… Continue reading Katchatheevu Island controversy- Explained Pointwise
Regulating Big Techs In India- Explained Pointwise
The issue of regulating Big Techs in India has gained prominence with the recent report of the Committee on Digital Competition Law recommending a separate legislation to regulate the market power of Big Tech firms such as Google and Meta. Big Tech companies wield significant power and influence in various sectors due to their massive… Continue reading Regulating Big Techs In India- Explained Pointwise
[Kurukshetra March 2024 Summary] Vertical Farming and Hydroponics- Explained Pointwise
Adoption of Advanced farming methods like Vertical Farming and Hydroponics is necessary for sustainable and efficient food production systems to meet the demands of growing population. In India, hydroponics and vertical farming are gaining importance considering the increasing demand for leafy, green vegetables and fruits like strawberries and blueberries. Table of Content What is Vertical… Continue reading [Kurukshetra March 2024 Summary] Vertical Farming and Hydroponics- Explained Pointwise
[Yojana March 2024 Summary] From the ‘Art with intelligence’ TO ‘Artificial intelligence’- Explained Pointwise
We have been evolving from art with remarkable intelligence to artificial intelligence in the creation of new art forms. Art and intelligence have always been bound to each other since ancient times. However, the rise of digital technology has given birth to new art forms, such as digital painting, graphic design, animation, and interactive media.… Continue reading [Yojana March 2024 Summary] From the ‘Art with intelligence’ TO ‘Artificial intelligence’- Explained Pointwise
[Kurukshetra March 2024 Summary] Apiculture- Scope and Opportunities- Explained Pointwise
Apiculture is a widespread and global activity, with millions of beekeepers depending on bees for their livelihoods and well-being. Together with wild pollinators, bees play a major role in maintaining biodiversity, ensuring the survival and reproduction of many plants, supporting forest promoting sustainability and adaptation to climate change, and improving the quantity and quality of… Continue reading [Kurukshetra March 2024 Summary] Apiculture- Scope and Opportunities- Explained Pointwise
[Yojana March 2024 Summary] Folk Art Reimagined Using Modern Techniques- Explained Pointwise
Contemporary Digitisation has been revolutionising every aspect of Human lives. The realm of contemporary Indian folk art is also facing increasing pressure to adapt to modern technological advancements like digitisation and virtual representation. However, there is also a challenge to preserve the intrinsic essence of these traditions amidst evolving technological Changes. Table of Content What… Continue reading [Yojana March 2024 Summary] Folk Art Reimagined Using Modern Techniques- Explained Pointwise
Patent Rules 2024- Significance and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
Recently the Patents Rules 2024 has been notified which marks a significant milestone in the patent regime of India. These rules introduce several provisions which aims to simplify the process of obtaining and managing patents to facilitate a conducive environment for inventors and creators. It also aims to accelerate economic development of the nation through… Continue reading Patent Rules 2024- Significance and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
