News: The newly-created National Asset Reconstruction Company (NARCL), first in the public sector, offers hopes for the faster clean up of lenders’ balance sheets. NARCL is not a bank, but a specialised financial institution to help resolve the distressed assets of banks. Over the last 5 years, considerable progress has been made in resolving and… Continue reading Tackling the problem of bad loans
Failure at the tri-junction of land, income and identity
News: The centrality of land to people’s lives is key to understanding the reasons behind the year-long, rigid opposition to the three farm laws by the farmers. The ongoing land acquisition issue between the Archaeological Society of India (ASI) and over 10 agricultural families in Dholaivra is a case point that explains the significance of… Continue reading Failure at the tri-junction of land, income and identity
Deeper trade ties will benefit both India and US
News: The first US-India Trade Policy Forum in over four years begins. Over the past two decades, the partnership between India and US has strengthened tremendously. From strategic cooperation to our deepening people-to-people ties, the gains have been impressive. However, the current stakes for a growing economic partnership are greater as we experience a volatile… Continue reading Deeper trade ties will benefit both India and US
Flaws in the system
News: The transfer of Chief Justice Sanjib Banerjee from the Madras High Court to the Meghalaya High Court has given rise to a controversy. What is the Constitutional provision on the transfer of judges? Article 222 of the Constitution provides for the transfer of High Court judges, including the Chief Justice. -It says the President,… Continue reading Flaws in the system
Keeping a close eye on China’s nuclear capabilities
News: The PRC’s nuclear capabilities, in particular, are undergoing a fundamental transformation and a shift seems to be evident in both the quantity and the quality of the PRC’s atomic arsenal. India needs to be cautious. How China’s military capabilities are undergoing a major shift? China Military Power Report (CMPR) recently released by the Pentagon… Continue reading Keeping a close eye on China’s nuclear capabilities
SMART Policing Survey, 2021: Bihar, Uttar Pradesh police lowest among all States on perception of ‘sensitivity’, says survey
What is the News? Indian Police Foundation (IPF) has released the SMART Policing Survey 2021. Note: Indian Police Foundation (IPF) is a multidisciplinary think tank and policy advocacy platform. What is a Smart Policing Survey? The SMART Policing idea was envisioned, articulated and introduced by the Prime Minister at the Conference of DGPs of State… Continue reading SMART Policing Survey, 2021: Bihar, Uttar Pradesh police lowest among all States on perception of ‘sensitivity’, says survey
6th EDITION OF INDO-FRANCE JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE “EX SHAKTI 2021” BEING CONDUCTED IN FRANCE
What is the News? The Sixth Edition of Indo – French joint military exercise “Ex SHAKTI 2021” has commenced at the Military School of Draguignan, France. What is Exercise Shakti? Exercise Shakti is a biennial military exercise between the Indian and French Army. Aim: To enhance military cooperation and interoperability between the two Armies. Focus… Continue reading 6th EDITION OF INDO-FRANCE JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE “EX SHAKTI 2021” BEING CONDUCTED IN FRANCE
President of India Graces Swachh Amrit Mahotsav and Presents Swachh Survekshan Awards 2021
What is the News? The President of India has addressed the Swachh Amrit Mahotsav and presented the Swachh Survekshan Awards 2021. What is the Swachh Survekshan Awards? Swachh Survekshan is an annual survey of cleanliness, hygiene and sanitation in cities and towns across India. It was launched as part of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, which… Continue reading President of India Graces Swachh Amrit Mahotsav and Presents Swachh Survekshan Awards 2021
Life expectancy lower for urban poor, says study
What is the News? Azim Premji University has released a report titled “Healthcare equity in urban India”. What is the purpose of the report? The report explores health vulnerabilities and inequalities in cities in India.It also looks at the availability, accessibility and cost of healthcare facilities and possibilities in future-proofing services in the next decade.… Continue reading Life expectancy lower for urban poor, says study
Prolonged school closures due to COVID-19 pose threat to gender equality: UNESCO study
What is the News? UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) has released a study titled “When Schools Close: Gendered Impacts of COVID-19 School Closures”. This study highlights how school closures affected girls and boys, young women and men differently depending on the circumstances. What are the key findings of the study? Around 1.6… Continue reading Prolonged school closures due to COVID-19 pose threat to gender equality: UNESCO study
