Context: India’s approach is very different from the framework that emerged at the dawn of the 1990s. Since the early 1990s, the regional and international context has also altered in many ways. The balance of power between India and Pakistan has been changing. Now, it is essentially in India’s favour. What have been the changes… Continue reading India needs a forward-looking strategy on Pakistan
Needed, education data that engages the poor parent
News: In recent years, datasets such as Pratham’s Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) and the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT’s) National Achievement Survey (NAS) have captured various types of data related to education sector in India. But, is data enough for bringing in a transformative change? The case of Rajasthan’s education… Continue reading Needed, education data that engages the poor parent
Fuelling Federal Fights
Context: The Supreme Court in a recent verdict in the Mohit minerals case stated that GST Council decisions are not binding on states. At one level, this can be seen as a reiteration of the constitutional provision that there is nothing in constitutional amendments relating to GST to force compliance with GST Council decisions. It’s… Continue reading Fuelling Federal Fights
Linking science and innovation
Context: As per Wilhelm von Humboldt, the purpose of a research university is to search for knowledge. However, it is said that such knowledge becomes more beneficial when it walks out of the university’s door in the heads of its students. Contents1 About the linear model of innovation2 Shortcomings in the model3 Importance of public… Continue reading Linking science and innovation
Explained: What is a unicorn, and what does it take to become one?
What is the News? The Prime Minister has praised India’s startup ecosystem as he highlighted that the country has reached a landmark figure of 100 unicorns with a valuation of more than $300 billion. What is a Unicorn? Unicorns are privately held, venture-capital-backed startups that have reached a value of $1 billion. The valuation of… Continue reading Explained: What is a unicorn, and what does it take to become one?
Thiruvananthapuram Declaration seeks passage of reservation Bill
What is the News? The first National Women Legislators Conference concluded with the adoption of Thiruvananthapuram Declaration. What is the First National Women Legislators Conference? The First National Women Legislators’ Conference-2022 was held in Thiruvananthapuram. The Conference was hosted by the Kerala Legislative Assembly as part of ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’. What are the key… Continue reading Thiruvananthapuram Declaration seeks passage of reservation Bill
PM releases benefits under PM CARES for Children Scheme
What is the News? The Prime Minister has released benefits under the PM CARES for Children Scheme. What is the PM CARES for Children Scheme? The PM CARES for Children Scheme was launched by the Prime Minister in May 2021 for the Children. Aim: To support children who have lost both their parents or legal… Continue reading PM releases benefits under PM CARES for Children Scheme
Most pollution-related workplace deaths in countries with highest GDP: Lancet report
Contents1 What is the News?2 What does the Lancet report say on pollution-related workplace deaths?3 What were the findings related to India?4 What is the significance of this report? What is the News? According to a report by Lancet, most of the pollution-related workplace deaths occur in countries with the highest GDP. What does the… Continue reading Most pollution-related workplace deaths in countries with highest GDP: Lancet report
PARAM ANANTA Supercomputer commissioned at IIT, Gandhinagar
What is the News? PARAM ANANTA, a state-of-the art Supercomputer has been commissioned at IIT Gandhinagar. What is PARAM ANANTA? PARAM ANANTA is a supercomputer capable of offering peak performance of 838 teraflops. Established under: Phase 2 of the National Supercomputing Mission(NSM). The technology used: It is based on Direct Contact Liquid Cooling technology to… Continue reading PARAM ANANTA Supercomputer commissioned at IIT, Gandhinagar
DRI seizes Red Sanders worth Rs. 11.70 crore under “Operation Rakth Chandan”
What is the News? Directorate of Revenue Intelligence(DRI) has recovered Red Sanders worth Rs 11.70 crore under “Operation Rakth Chandan”. What is Operation Rakth Chandan? Launched by: Directorate of Revenue Intelligence(DRI) Under this operation, DRI has recovered Red sanders weighing 14.63 MT estimated to cost Rs 11.70 crore in the international market. What is Red… Continue reading DRI seizes Red Sanders worth Rs. 11.70 crore under “Operation Rakth Chandan”
