Context: Bulldozers continued to raze alleged encroachments in Delhi’s Jahangirpuri – scene of rioting on Saturday – yesterday, forcing Supreme Court to expeditiously communicate its stay order to North Municipal Corporation of Delhi. Constitutional courts located in national/state capitals must respond fast enough to such localised cases of overreach. Why state action in this case… Continue reading Bulldozed due process: Courts must step in and stop state/local authorities from ignoring basic principles
When the stars came out
News: Recently, the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) was launched on 25 Dec 21. It was a joint project of NASA, the European Space Agency, the Canadian Space Agency and involved many universities, organisations, and companies across 14 countries. It is to be administered by the Space Telescope Science Institute (STSI). The project proved that… Continue reading When the stars came out
Unfounded apprehensions about this Act
News: Recently, The Criminal Procedure (Identification) Bill, 2022 received the President’s assent. The act seeks to repeal the Identification of Prisoners Act (IPA) 1920, whose scope was limited in nature with respect to recording measurements and whose measurements were made. Why are various issues raised against the act incorrect? The proposed scope of ‘measurements’ already… Continue reading Unfounded apprehensions about this Act
The Delhi MCA Act denudes the spirit of federalism
News: Recently, The Delhi Municipal Corporation (Amendment) Act 2022 was passed by the parliament. Subsequently, the State Election Commission of Delhi deferred the announcement of schedule for the elections to the three Municipal Corporations of Delhi after the proposed unification of the three municipal corporations. What have been the arguments of the Central government about the… Continue reading The Delhi MCA Act denudes the spirit of federalism
Don’t rush into export ‘opportunity’ presented by Russia-Ukraine conflict
News: Recently, the Russia-Ukraine clash and the resultant sanctions have pushed India to face a strong headwind to growth and Indian exports. This is due to surge in energy costs, elevated geopolitical uncertainty. However, the clash has come up with a number of opportunities which require deep analysis. What are the opportunities? India gets an… Continue reading Don’t rush into export ‘opportunity’ presented by Russia-Ukraine conflict
We must revamp schools as they open after the pandemic break
News: Recently, there has been a decline in the severity of covid pandemic. As a result, the schools have been re-opened after a gap of almost two years. In this context, the Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) was released. Contents1 What are some recent trends?2 What are the challenges after unlocking schools? 3 What are… Continue reading We must revamp schools as they open after the pandemic break
Urbanisation and development
Context: World Bank has projected that every seven of 10 people will be living in urban cities by 2050. Therefore, the emphasis on urbanisation and its correlation with sustainable development has never been stronger. It not only gives a clear picture of the degree of concentration of people in a region, but also highlights the… Continue reading Urbanisation and development
[UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #53 : TCA Anant Board, Gujarat Home State, Gujarati literature Optional, Volleyball Hobby
Date of Interview: 12/04/22 Afternoon session Board: TCA Anant sir Optional: Gujarati literature Home State: Gujarat Background: B. Tech in mechanical from svnit Work ex: Energy analyst (Trading in oil) Hobby: Volleyball To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2021, visit this page Chairman Chairman was very cordial asked me to remove mask Started reading my daf… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2021] – Transcript #53 : TCA Anant Board, Gujarat Home State, Gujarati literature Optional, Volleyball Hobby
India’s Non-basmati rice exports grow by 109% since 2013-14 to USD 6115 million
What is the News? As per Government data, India’s non-basmati rice exports witnessed a significant growth of 109% from USD 2925 million in FY 2013-14 to USD 6115 million in FY 2021-22. What has been the trend in the exports of Non-Basmati Rice? Any rice other than Basmati Rice is named as Non- Basmati rice.… Continue reading India’s Non-basmati rice exports grow by 109% since 2013-14 to USD 6115 million
Delhi Municipal Corporation (Amendment) Act, 2022: Provisions, Benefits and Concerns – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 What is the Background?2.1 Key Provisions related to Delhi2.2 2018 Judgment of the Supreme Court3 What are the Key provisions of the Delhi Municipal Corporation (Amendment) Act, 2022?4 What is the rationale behind the Delhi Municipal Corporation (Amendment) Act, 2022?5 What are the objections to the Act in the… Continue reading Delhi Municipal Corporation (Amendment) Act, 2022: Provisions, Benefits and Concerns – Explained, pointwise
