Synopsis: Central planning in decarbonization will impose excessive costs upon society. Introduction Fossil fuels are so deeply intermixed into the fabric of the modern economy that decarbonization has far-reaching impacts all across society. In this context, a large-scale change in the mechanisms of production and consumption of energy is required. This makes Governments an essential… Continue reading How to decarbonize: On decarbonization
Vote for continuity
Synopsis: RBI should focus more on inflation management. Introduction The Union government has given a three-year extension to Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das. It shows that the relationship between the central bank and the Union government has improved markedly over the past three years. Better coordination between the RBI and the government… Continue reading Vote for continuity
Future Imperfect: On unemployment
Synopsis: There is a huge pool of unemployed university graduates with unfulfilled aspirations. The present situation and the steps that can be taken to address this issue. Introduction There has been an increase in number of higher education institutions and enhanced rates of enrollment of students from diverse backgrounds. But a dearth of govt and… Continue reading Future Imperfect: On unemployment
Suicides rose to all-time high in 2020, daily wagers made up greatest share
What is the news? The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has released the Accidental Deaths and Suicides report 2020. About the Accidental Deaths and Suicides report 2020 The report divides suicides into nine categories — apart from daily wagers, housewives and people working in the farm sector, etc, The NCRB omitted a chapter on Central… Continue reading Suicides rose to all-time high in 2020, daily wagers made up greatest share
Semiconductor crunch: Govt plans mega package to woo investments
What is the news? India will roll out a mega multi-billion-dollar capital support and production-linked incentive plan to push the manufacturing of semiconductors. About the production-linked incentive plan The ambitious plan is being coordinated and monitored closely by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) and multi-ministries have joined the process. The government recently had a high-level… Continue reading Semiconductor crunch: Govt plans mega package to woo investments
National Commission For Women Launches Pan-India Legal Awareness Programme For Women In Collaboration With NALSA
What is the News? National Commission for Women (NCW) along with National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) has launched a pan-India Legal Awareness Program for Women titled “Empowerment of Women through Legal Awareness”. What are the objectives of the Program? To hold regular sessions to impart practical knowledge to women about legal rights and remedies provided… Continue reading National Commission For Women Launches Pan-India Legal Awareness Programme For Women In Collaboration With NALSA
‘Informal sector shrank sharply in 2020-21’
What is the News? State Bank of India’s(SBI) economic research department has released the Ecowrap Report. What are the key findings of the Ecowrap Report? Formalisation of Economy India’s informal economy has reduced by around 15-20% of the formal GDP in 2020-21, compared to 52% in 2017-18. This signals a greater shift towards the formalisation… Continue reading ‘Informal sector shrank sharply in 2020-21’
G20 grouping and its relevance – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The two day G20 summit 2021 was recently concluded in Rome, Italy. The meeting agenda included climate change, the Covid pandemic, a landmark tax deal and global economic scenario. The G20 Summit ended with the adoption of the G20 Rome Leaders’ Declaration. Note: Indonesia will host the next G20 in… Continue reading G20 grouping and its relevance – Explained, pointwise
Joint Statement on Italy-India Strategic Partnership in Energy Transition
What is the News? The President of Italy and Prime Minister of India had a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the G20 Leaders’ Summit hosted by Italy in Rome. What are the key highlights of the meeting? Firstly, acknowledged significant progress in bilateral relations since the adoption of the Action Plan for an enhanced… Continue reading Joint Statement on Italy-India Strategic Partnership in Energy Transition
SHG women on the path of becoming Lakhpatis
What is the News? The Ministry of Rural Development launched the Lakhpati SHG women Initiative. What is the aim of Lakhpati SHG women initiative? The initiative aims to enable rural Self Help Group (SHGs) women to earn at least Rs.1 lakh per annum. This will be achieved by focusing on diversifying livelihood activities at the… Continue reading SHG women on the path of becoming Lakhpatis
