News: On November 29, the Farm Laws Repeal Bill was passed in the Lok Sabha without discussion One of the significant issues with the farm laws was that the centre tried to regulate agricultural markets. However, it must be noted that, While the Centre has the capacity to make landmark changes, true reform and action… Continue reading The three farm laws were never a solution
Author: Ram Manohar
The many challenges before trade unions
News: Trade unions have intensified their agitation against the Codes in the wake of the government’s decision to repeal the farm laws. The labour code requires repeal for many reasons. However, as opposed to the success of farmers’ protests, the trade unions’ agitations failed in achieving their demands. What are the problems with the labour… Continue reading The many challenges before trade unions
Data regulation in India: All you need to know
News: The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on Personal Data Protection (PDP) bill is finally ready to table its report during the winter session of the Parliament. The JPC has prescribed a phased approach to implementing provisions of the bill. The Act will be fully active in two years. What are the major recommendations of the… Continue reading Data regulation in India: All you need to know
Challenges facing Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 About the issue of fratricide and Suicides in the armed forces2.1 Fratricide and Suicides among tri-services2.2 Fratricide and suicides among CAPF3 What is the reason behind fratricide and suicides in the armed forces?4 What steps were taken to address fratricide and suicides in the armed forces?5 What are the… Continue reading Challenges facing Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) – Explained, pointwise
A new public stocking policy centred on pulses, edible oils and vegetables is needed to manage unseasonal price hikes
News: Unseasonal price spike in Tomatoes and onions The cost of many vegetables such as tomatoes, cabbage and other greens become relatively affordable during winter. This is because of increased supply, since planting of these crops is done during August-October, and they are all 50-to-100-day crops. But in the current winter, all these vegetables are… Continue reading A new public stocking policy centred on pulses, edible oils and vegetables is needed to manage unseasonal price hikes
The great inflation conundrum that policymakers must resolve
News: Economies around the world, including Argentina, Brazil, Turkey, India, and, most importantly, the US are witnessing an increase in price levels. The increase of inflation in the U.S and other economies will have adverse effects worldwide because its spill over effects are far-reaching. Contents1 What has been the inflation trend across the countries?2 How… Continue reading The great inflation conundrum that policymakers must resolve
Stable banking – On Banking reforms
News: The RBI last week announced that it had accepted 21 of the 33 recommendations of the internal working group set up to examine the ownership guidelines and corporate structure in private sector banks. One of the key recommendations made by the internal working group was that industrial houses be permitted to promote banks after… Continue reading Stable banking – On Banking reforms
The development turnaround in Nepal and Bangladesh is an inspiring story for South Asia
News: The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a historic resolution to include Bangladesh, Nepal and Laos in the list of developing countries from the category of the least developed countries. What are the criteria to qualify in the developing countries’ category? Countries must meet at least two of the below criteria in order to… Continue reading The development turnaround in Nepal and Bangladesh is an inspiring story for South Asia
Indian agriculture needs a Verghese Kurien
News: 26th Nov, 2021 was Kurien’s 100th birth anniversary What is the legacy of Verghese Kurien? Architect of a rural revolution: He transformed the lives of millions of farmers in Gujarat. Poverty alleviation and social transformation was central to his idea of Co-operative model. Professional integrity: There were many who saw him as an outsider… Continue reading Indian agriculture needs a Verghese Kurien
Obesity is a social problem. Addressing it requires access to healthy food, not restrictions
News: The council in the most obese area in Lancashire is planning to place restrictions on takeaway food to control the health menace. There is also talk of encouraging exercise and addressing mental health issues Restricting fast-food isn’t a bad idea, particularly for young people, amongst whom research indicates it is both a consequence of… Continue reading Obesity is a social problem. Addressing it requires access to healthy food, not restrictions
