Source: This post is based on the article “Banks could end up beholden to online platforms with reach” published in Livemint on 30th August 2021. Relevance: Disruption in the banking sector by tech giants. Synopsis: Deposit mobilization through Big Tech apps might weaken banks. Contents1 What has happened?2 Significance3 Implications4 Global examples5 The present scenario… Continue reading Banks could end up beholden to online platforms with reach
World freed from toxic leaded petrol: A global win
Source: This post is based on the article “World freed from toxic leaded petrol: A global win” published in the Down to Earth on 31st August 2021. Relevance: removal of lead from petrol Synopsis: It is a remarkable achievement for the global community to remove lead from petrol across the world. It will have positive… Continue reading World freed from toxic leaded petrol: A global win
A Power Cut For India
Source: This post is based on the article “A Power Cut For India” published in The Times of India on 31st August 2021. Relevance: This article explains the link between India’s economic performance and geopolitical developments. Synopsis: The setback in Afghanistan highlights a recent decline in the country’s geopolitical & economic weight. Context India’s external… Continue reading A Power Cut For India
The strategic signal of an Indian presence in the South China Sea
Source: This post is based on the article “The strategic signal of an Indian presence in the South China Sea” published in The Livemint on 31th August 2021. Relevance: This article explains India’s presence in the South China Sea. Synopsis India’s naval manoeuvres in the South China Sea annoy China, but such bold signalling plays… Continue reading The strategic signal of an Indian presence in the South China Sea
Making NMP work
Source: This post is based on the following articles published on 31st August 2021: Asset monetization mustn’t end up as a Potemkin show – Livemint A monetization move that doesn’t tick most boxes – The Hindu Making NMP work – Business standard Relevance: Resource Mobilisation Synopsis: Challenges in the Implementation of National Monetisation Pipeline (NMP) and suggestions to overcome those challenges. Is asset… Continue reading Making NMP work
How private businesses imperil our health as well as prosperity
Source: This post is based on the article “How private businesses imperil our health as well as prosperity” published in Livemint on 31st August 2021. Relevance: Corporate Responsibilities, Indian Industries and growth. Synopsis: Private sector receives so much from the government such as tax breaks and subsidies but offers very less in return to the citizens of… Continue reading How private businesses imperil our health as well as prosperity
Getting finance onside for climate
Source: This post is based on the article “Getting finance onside for climate” published in Business Standard on 30th August 2021. Relevance: Role of finance in alleviating climate crisis. Synopsis: Climate crisis demands enormous economic and societal changes. The challenge is manageable. But if it is to be managed well, finance must play its part.… Continue reading Getting finance onside for climate
Key priorities for employment policy
Source: This post is based on the article “Key priorities for employment policy” published in Business Standard on 30th August 2021. Relevance: Employment Generation in India and Employment strategy for India. Synopsis: Measures that generate income for the poor are more important than modifying the applicability threshold for labour laws. Context Several decades of relatively high… Continue reading Key priorities for employment policy
[UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #67 : Bharat Bhusan Vyas Board, Bihar Home State, Geography Optional, IPS
Board: Bharat Bhusan Vyas sir Optional: geography Home State: Bihar worked in IMD, Presently IPS trainee To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2020, visit this page Members 1..difference between paramilitary and CAPF 2.. Are theatre commands necessary for India 3..should there be civilian control over police and forces 4..how to encourage parents for allowing students… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #67 : Bharat Bhusan Vyas Board, Bihar Home State, Geography Optional, IPS
[Yojana August Summary] Indian Bureaucracy – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE→ Contents1 Introduction2 What is the History of the Civil Services in India?3 Early Indians in the Civil Service4 What are the fundamental tenets of Civil Services?5 What is the reason behind the success of Civil Services in India?6 What are the Constitutional provisions that deal with the Civil Services?7 Few examples… Continue reading [Yojana August Summary] Indian Bureaucracy – Explained, pointwise
