The issue of affordable housing remains a major challenge in India. According to 2011 Census, India has around 1.7 million homeless people who are in dire need of affordable housing. The quality of build, congestion and inadequate infrastructure remains a major concern for even those people with houses. Table of Content What is affordable Housing?… Continue reading Affordable Housing In India- Explained Pointwise
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Coral Bleaching- Explained Pointwise
Researchers at the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute have found that marine heatwaves since October 2023 have resulted in widespread bleaching of coral reefs in the Lakshadweep Sea. Further, according to the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the fourth global mass coral bleaching event has been triggered by extraordinary ocean temperatures. The mass… Continue reading Coral Bleaching- Explained Pointwise
India Nepal Border Issues- Explained Pointwise
The recent decision of Nepal cabinet to put a map on its Rs 100 currency note showing certain areas administered by India in Uttarakhand as part of its territory, has drawn strong reactions from India. EAM S Jaishankar has strongly remarked that such “unilateral measures” by Kathmandu would not change the reality on the ground. India… Continue reading India Nepal Border Issues- Explained Pointwise
Darfur Region (Sudan)
Source- This post on Darfur Region (Sudan) is based on the article “People eating ‘grass and peanut shells’ in Darfur” published in CNN on “3rd May 2024” Why in News UN has warned of starvation related deaths in the Darfur Region of Sudan as people are being forced to eat ‘grass and peanut shells’ due to… Continue reading Darfur Region (Sudan)
Vietnam pushing US for Changing the Non-Economy Market Status
Source- This post on Vietnam pushing US for Changing the Non-Economy Market Status is based on the article “Why Vietnam wants US to change its ‘non-market economy’ status” published in ” The Indian Express” on “9th May 2024”. Why in News Vietnam has been pushing the US government to change Vietnam’s ‘non-market economy‘ classification to ‘market… Continue reading Vietnam pushing US for Changing the Non-Economy Market Status
India Becomes Third Largest Producer of Solar Power
Source- This article on India Becomes Third Largest Producer of Solar Power is based on the article “India is now third largest producer of solar power” published in the “The Hindu” on “9th May 2024”. Why in News According to a report by international energy analytics agency Ember, India has overtaken Japan to become the… Continue reading India Becomes Third Largest Producer of Solar Power
India’s Online Gaming Sector- Explained Pointwise
India Online Gaming Sector India’s Online Gaming Sector has received renewed attention, with the Prime Minister’s recent engagement with seven of the top gamers in the country. The Prime Minister has the vision of establishing India as a prominent global gaming hub. The recent interaction also focussed on the nuanced distinction between skill gaming and… Continue reading India’s Online Gaming Sector- Explained Pointwise
Vaccine Regulations In India- Explained Pointwise
Recently, the Global pharmaceutical manufacturer, AstraZeneca has admitted that its Covid-19 vaccine, can cause a rare side effect of blood clotting and low platelet count after immunisation. 175 crore doses of the same vaccine have been administered in India under the brand name of Covishield, which has been manufactured by the Pune-based Serum Institute. This… Continue reading Vaccine Regulations In India- Explained Pointwise
India’s Spice Exports – Significance and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
According to the Economic think tank Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) report, the recent ongoing controversy regarding MDH and Everest spice companies could threaten over half of India’s spice exports. The report has further added that in order to preserve the reputation of India’s spice exports, India needs to address the quality issue of spices… Continue reading India’s Spice Exports – Significance and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
[Kurukshetra April 2024 Summary] Rural Tourism- Significance and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
Rural tourism in India has gained momentum in recent years as travellers seek authentic rural experiences away from the hustle and bustle of urban life. Recently, Central Nodal Agency– Rural Tourism and Rural Homestays (CNA – RT and RH) under the Ministry of Tourism has identified six niche experiences for tourism in rural areas. These… Continue reading [Kurukshetra April 2024 Summary] Rural Tourism- Significance and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
