Synopsis: Govt has introduced a range of reforms for improving the ailing telecom sector. These reforms were much needed in light of the recent Vodafone Idea crisis resulting in a likely duopoly of Airtel and Jio in India’s telecom space. Introduction The Union Cabinet approved a number of structural and process reforms to rescue the… Continue reading Cabinet approves major Reforms in Telecom Sector
Democracy of Producers
Synopsis: Real democratic freedom is impossible without economic equality. Introduction Democracy is about freedom. Rosa Luxemburg famously opined that real freedom is the freedom to disagree. In a functional sense, democracy means discussion, debate and dissent. But in India, these are fast disappearing and there is a deliberative deficit. How democracy accumulates undesirable tendencies? Shrinking… Continue reading Democracy of Producers
We Ignore True Secularism At Our Own Peril
Synopsis: Indian state shouldn’t be running Hindu temples when it doesn’t run mosques, churches, gurdwaras. Contents1 Introduction2 What is Secularism in the Indian context?3 What should government do to become more secular?4 What should be done next? Introduction This article highlights the essence of Secularism and how it impacts Indian culture. What is Secularism in… Continue reading We Ignore True Secularism At Our Own Peril
Where is the strategy for dealing with learning loss during Covid?
Synopsis: As the schools reopen, it should not just be the regular business. This should be used as an opportunity to revamp the education system. Contents1 Introduction2 What are the recent findings?3 How future schools should be like?4 What will be the way forward? Introduction COVID has impacted the various sections of society, especially the… Continue reading Where is the strategy for dealing with learning loss during Covid?
Hardly the India- China century Deng envisioned
Synopsis: As China becomes increasingly assertive, the options with New Delhi are limited. Introduction This article is highlighting the changing trajectory of India-China relations. As China grows economically and militarily, it seems to be adopting a hardened posture towards its neighbours, including India. How both the countries talked earlier tensions in India – China relations?… Continue reading Hardly the India- China century Deng envisioned
Bhashas & Bharat: The current language policy is wise, born out of pragmatism. We can’t afford linguistic extremism
Synopsis: India’s notion of diversity has allowed multiple languages to flourish and multiple communities to thrive and unite. Introduction Recently, India celebrated the Hindi Diwas 2021. About Hindi Diwas The Constituent Assembly adopted Hindi in Devanagari Script as one of the official languages of the Union of India on 14th September 1959. This day is… Continue reading Bhashas & Bharat: The current language policy is wise, born out of pragmatism. We can’t afford linguistic extremism
[UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #164 : Bharat Bhushan Vyas Board, Jharkhand Home State, PSIR Optional, cooking, diary writing Hobbies
Date of Interview: 9 Sept, Forenoon Board: Bharat Bhushan Vyas Sir Background: Computer science Engg, Work-ex: Samsung Optional: PSIR Hobbies: cooking, diary writing Home State: Jharkhand To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2020, visit this page Chairman What is data protection? Mechanism in India for data protection What is cyber security Laws in India for cyber… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #164 : Bharat Bhushan Vyas Board, Jharkhand Home State, PSIR Optional, cooking, diary writing Hobbies
28% jump in filing of cases in 2020: NCRB
What is the News? National Crime Records Bureau(NCRB) has released a report titled Crime in India 2020. What are the key findings of the Crime in India Report? Registration of Cases: There was a 28% increase in the registration of cases in 2020 in the country compared to 2019. The surge in cases was primarily… Continue reading 28% jump in filing of cases in 2020: NCRB
PM launches Sansad TV
What is the News? The Prime Minister of India has launched Sansad TV on the occasion of the International Day of Democracy. About Sansad TV Sansad TV has been formed by merging the two parliamentarian channels Lok Sabha TV and Rajya Sabha TV. The merger was done based on the recommendations of a committee formed… Continue reading PM launches Sansad TV
Cabinet clears PLI for auto sector to spur ‘green’, high-tech
What is the News? Government of India has approved Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Auto Industry and Drone Components. About PLI Scheme for Auto Industry Aim: To overcome the cost disabilities to the industry for the manufacture of Advanced Automotive Technology products in India. Eligibility: The scheme is open to existing automotive companies as… Continue reading Cabinet clears PLI for auto sector to spur ‘green’, high-tech
