Synopsis: Given the Indian population, vaccinating all adults itself is a challenge in India, given that supply challenges still persist. Introduction Recently, India administered a record 2.5 crore vaccine shots in a day to mark the celebration of the Prime Minister’s birthday. It is equivalent to the populations of the whole of Australia, two-thirds of… Continue reading A spike – India must prioritise vaccines to States and districts that are at greatest infection risk
Who is the hollow CAA really meant to protect?
Synopsis: The CAA was never meant to help asylum seekers and protect persecuted people. Contents1 Introduction2 How Indian refugee policy is handled?3 How persecution (under the CAA) definition is different from United Nations?4 What is the intention of CAA? Introduction The government evacuated many of its citizens and Afghan nationals from the Hindu and Sikh… Continue reading Who is the hollow CAA really meant to protect?
NARCL: Need and Challenges – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 What is National Asset Reconstruction Company Limited (NARCL)? 3 How will the NARCL and IDRCL work? 4 How is NARCL different from other asset reconstruction companies? 5 Why does India need a separate bad bank (NARCL)? 6 What are the issues and challenges involved? 7 What are the implications of NARCL?8 Suggestions/Measures to improve… Continue reading NARCL: Need and Challenges – Explained, pointwise
[UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #175 : Sujata Mehta Board, Andhra Pradesh Home State, Anthropology Optional, Travelling, Badminton Hobbies
Board: Sujata Mehta Ma’am Background: BTech (ECE) -Nit Warangal Working in Micron Optional: Anthropology Home State: Andhra Pradesh Hobbies: Travelling, Badminton To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2020, visit this page Chairman What can India do in short term(next 3 years) to become manufacturing hub in semi-conductors What was your best travelling experience. (Told about a… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #175 : Sujata Mehta Board, Andhra Pradesh Home State, Anthropology Optional, Travelling, Badminton Hobbies
Govt eyes 14GWh battery storage system in Kutch
Contents1 What is the News?2 About Khavda Renewable Energy Park3 What are Large Battery Storage systems used for?4 India’s Renewable Energy Capacity and the need of Battery Storage systems What is the News? India has planned to set up around 14 gigawatt-hour (GWh) grid-scale battery storage systems at the Khavda renewable energy park in Gujarat.… Continue reading Govt eyes 14GWh battery storage system in Kutch
Ministry of Law and Justice launches Pan-India Special Campaign for Justice Delivery at doorstep
What is the News? The Ministry of Law and Justice in association with the National Legal Service Authority (NALSA) has launched the “Ek Pahal” Campaign. What is Ek Pahal Campaign? Ek Pahal Campaign aims to mainstream legal aid and to actualize the aspiration of access to justice for every citizen. Under the campaign, people will… Continue reading Ministry of Law and Justice launches Pan-India Special Campaign for Justice Delivery at doorstep
15TH EDITION OF INDO – NEPAL JOINT EXERCISE SURYA KIRAN
What is the News? The 15th Edition of Indo – Nepal Joint Military Training, Exercise Surya Kiran between Indian Army and Nepali Army is starting at Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand. What is Exercise Surya Kiran? Exercise Surya Kiran is a joint annual military exercise between India and Nepal. The exercise is conducted alternatively in Nepal and India.… Continue reading 15TH EDITION OF INDO – NEPAL JOINT EXERCISE SURYA KIRAN
Businesses should give useful inputs for FTA negotiations
What is the news? Recently, the Commerce Ministry said that the negotiations for India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) will commence from November this year. The governments in both the countries are eager to conclude an interim agreement quickly, but the businesses are yet to warm up to the idea. What are the findings of the study published by… Continue reading Businesses should give useful inputs for FTA negotiations
Union Minister of Home paid tributes to the great King Shankar Shah
What is the News? Union Minister of Home Affairs has paid tributes to the great patriot King Shankar Shah and his son Kunwar Raghunath Shah in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. Who is King Shankar Shah? King Shankar Shah was a Gond king of Garha Kingdom in the Gondwana region of Madhya Pradesh. Despite his state being… Continue reading Union Minister of Home paid tributes to the great King Shankar Shah
India will become 3rd largest importer by 2050: UK report
Contents1 What is the News?2 What are the key findings of the report?2.1 India’s Imports2.2 A shift in Economic Activity2.3 E7 Group of Economies3 What are the concerns highlighted in the report? What is the News? The UK’S Department of International Trade has released a report titled ‘Global Trade Outlook‘. What are the key findings… Continue reading India will become 3rd largest importer by 2050: UK report
