Synopsis: At this critical juncture in the history of humanity, we must now re-imagine education as a tool that can play a transformative role in mitigating climate change. Education can become an active agent in catalysing climate mitigation and adaptation in line with the global agreements. Introduction In the lead up to CoP-26, more countries… Continue reading Education is a powerful enabler of climate-change containment
Author: Ram Manohar
Slide in China’s GDP growth and implications for India
Synopsis: Growth slow down in China can impact global economic recovery and India in particular. Introduction China’s third-quarter GDP growth slowed to 4.9% as industrial output rose way below expectations in September, according to data released by the country’s National Bureau of Statistics. A slowing Chinese economy is worrying wrt trade and the overall loss… Continue reading Slide in China’s GDP growth and implications for India
Climate justice and India’s choice
Synopsis: India should equally weigh its stand on Climate justice with the cost of carbon-heavy future. Introduction The world is facing a difficult situation with cutting back on CO2 pollution. Global emissions of CO2 today are at about 55 gigatons a year. To avoid catastrophic events with a reasonable probability, emissions have to go to… Continue reading Climate justice and India’s choice
Nuclear power: A climate response that gets short shrift
Synopsis: There is need to move away from fossil fuels, but the current green energy paradigm needs some serious examination. Introduction The world has been dealing with a power and energy crisis and the factors that caused this emergency are complex and differ somewhat from country to country. What does the analysis of green energy… Continue reading Nuclear power: A climate response that gets short shrift
Liberalising capital account
Synopsis: Further Liberalisation of capital account would increase risks. Introduction India has been progressively liberalising its capital account and further opening up would depend on a combination of factors. Deputy Governor T Rabi Sankar in a speech last week talked about various issues in this context. What are the recent steps taken by RBI with… Continue reading Liberalising capital account
The final frontier of space technology
Synopsis: Emerging tech is helping leverage space for various terrestrial uses. Introduction Technological innovations are now driving space activities and research. The space industry is using technologies like 5G, advanced satellite systems, 3D printing, big data, and quantum technology in its activities according to a report by Analytics Insight. It is also helping scientists, researchers… Continue reading The final frontier of space technology
Proposed amendments to the Forest Conservation Act are a bad idea
Source: This post is based on the article “Proposed amendments to the Forest Conservation Act are a bad idea” published in Indian Express on 16th October 2021. Syllabus: Gs3- Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation, Environmental Impact Assessment. Relevance: Environmental protection vs Development Synopsis: Government seek deregulation by reducing scrutiny over certain decisions to deforest, thereby… Continue reading Proposed amendments to the Forest Conservation Act are a bad idea
Securing the States
Source: This post is based on the article “Securing the States” published in Indian Express on 16th October 2021. Syllabus– GS3: Various Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate Relevance: Border management and the role of security forces Synopsis: Border Security Force should be left to do its job. Introduction The Ministry of Home Affairs… Continue reading Securing the States
Air India sale opens up a brighter future for aviation
Synopsis: Disinvestment of Air India will benefit Indian economy. Introduction Recently, the Government of India has successfully disinvested 100 per cent of its stake in Air India, 100 per cent in the low-cost airline Air India Express Ltd and 50 per cent in the Air India SATS Airport Services Private Ltd. The move reflects the… Continue reading Air India sale opens up a brighter future for aviation
You can switch off Siri, but not the State
Source: This post is based on the article “You can switch off Siri, but not the State” published in Indian Express on 16th October 2021. Syllabus: GS3- Science and Technology- Developments and their Applications and Effects in Everyday Life. Relevance: Artificial Intelligence and need for Data regulation. Synopsis: While there are plans for greater deployment… Continue reading You can switch off Siri, but not the State
