For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Officials from the Union Ministry of Health recently noted that India has started making 29 out of 43 ‘critical’ Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) that were imported earlier. This will go a long way in reducing dependence on China. This is the outcome of the Product-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for pharmaceutical goods… Continue reading Domestic Manufacturing of APIs (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients): Status, Challenges and Solutions – Explained, pointwise
Author: Raveesh Sharma
Adoption of EVs: Challenges and Solutions – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The Government is pushing hard for transition to Green Economy. One vital aspect of this transition is transition to Green Mobility. Enhancing the share of Electric Vehicles in transportation is necessary to ensure green mobility. The finding of Lithium deposits in J&K and possibility of developing domestic battery manufacturing ecosystem… Continue reading Adoption of EVs: Challenges and Solutions – Explained, pointwise
Global Sea Level Rise: WMO Report – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has released a Fact Sheet, ‘Global Sea Level Rise and Implications’. The fact sheet has made some alarming observations. It notes that the sea level has risen at the rate of 4.5mm per year during 2013-22. The rise has been linked to climate change. Even… Continue reading Global Sea Level Rise: WMO Report – Explained, pointwise
Lithium Reserves in India: Strategic Significance and Concerns – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The Union Ministry of Mines recently announced the major discovery of lithium reserves in India in Jammu and Kashmir. The Geological Survey of India (GSI) has established 5.9 million tonnes of inferred lithium resources in the Salal-Haimana area of Reasi District in Jammu and Kashmir. Lithium is considered a strategic… Continue reading Lithium Reserves in India: Strategic Significance and Concerns – Explained, pointwise
Generative AI (Artificial Intelligence): Benefits and Challenges – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Since its release, ChatGPT has received a lot of attention. While, the users are marvelling at its ‘human-like’ responses, technology experts are debating the potential applications and concerns associated with Generative AI (Artificial IntellIgence). Generative AI has the potential to revolutionise almost every field of human activity. However, the possibility… Continue reading Generative AI (Artificial Intelligence): Benefits and Challenges – Explained, pointwise
[Yojana February 2023 Summary] Youth and Health – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The youth constitute nearly half of India’s population. Youth contribute to the economic growth of the country as it is the most productive age group being employed. Much of the economic growth potential of India is derived from the vibrant and highly skilled youth population in the country. Youth face… Continue reading [Yojana February 2023 Summary] Youth and Health – Explained, pointwise
Issues with Mental Health and Mental Healthcare in India – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Mental disorders are now among the top leading causes of health burden worldwide, with no evidence of global reduction since 1990. Suicides rates in India are amongst the highest when compared to other countries at the same socio-economic level. The latest survey by India’s National Institute of Mental Health and… Continue reading Issues with Mental Health and Mental Healthcare in India – Explained, pointwise
[Kurukshetra February 2023 Summary] Decarbonisation of Transport Sector – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The most critical and pressing issue in front of the world and coming generations is to contain the global temperature rise within 1.5oCelsius. Greenhouse gases (GHGs) are the reason for this temperature rise. Therefore, all the mechanisms and sustainable alternatives must be implemented to mitigate the climate risk. Climate change… Continue reading [Kurukshetra February 2023 Summary] Decarbonisation of Transport Sector – Explained, pointwise
Domestic Workers in India: Status and Issues – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The abuse faced by a domestic worker in her employer’s home in Gurgaon has sparked outrage. However, such outrage is often short-lived. Violence against domestic workers in India has been reported for many years. Yet, their exploitation receives attention only when individual cases of violence get reported in the media.… Continue reading Domestic Workers in India: Status and Issues – Explained, pointwise
Biogas: Advantages and Challenges – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The Union Budget 2023-24 has given a new push for clean energy. Apart from providing INR 35,000 crore for priority capital investments towards energy transition and net zero objectives, the Budget has earmarked INR 10,000 crore for establishing 500 new ‘Waste to Wealth‘ plants under GOBARdhan (Galvanizing Organic Bio-Agro Resources Dhan) scheme… Continue reading Biogas: Advantages and Challenges – Explained, pointwise
