Synopsis: The rivalry between USA and China is unfolding on a global stage. This is also creating a problem of consensus on global problems, which requires urgent attention. Introduction Secretary Antony Blinken outlined the US approach to China: “Competitive when it should be, collaborative when it can be, and adversarial when it must be.” While… Continue reading We need greater global cooperation
AUKUS could rock China’s boat in the Indo-Pacific
News: Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States (AUKUS) security agreement is not a new development. Its root lies in the historical background of these countries. What makes AUKUS alliance a traditional and natural alliance? U.S., the U.K., and Australia coming together to create an alliance is not surprising at all, after looking at… Continue reading AUKUS could rock China’s boat in the Indo-Pacific
Pre-poll surveys in India – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction With the State Legislative Assembly elections approaching in several states, Pre-poll surveys have become a matter of debate once again. In October, the Chancellor of Austria, Sebastian Kurz, was forced to resign. He was charged with orchestrating fake surveys and bribing the news media to show them as genuine opinion… Continue reading Pre-poll surveys in India – Explained, pointwise
RBI publishes ‘Statement of Commitment to Support Greening India’s Financial System
What is the News? Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has published its Statement of Commitment to Support NGFS [Network for Greening the Financial System] declaration.The declaration aims to contribute to the global response required to meet the climate goals. What is NGFS? NGFS was launched at the Paris One Planet Summit on December 12, 2017.… Continue reading RBI publishes ‘Statement of Commitment to Support Greening India’s Financial System
Explained: Life, work and legend of Adi Shankara, Advaita master, philosopher nonpareil
What is the News? The Prime Minister has inaugurated a 12-foot statue of Adi Shankaracharya at Kedarnath, Uttarakhand. This was because it is believed that at this place Adi Shankaracharya has attained samadhi at the age of 32 in the ninth century. Who is Adi Shankaracharya? Adi Guru Shankaracharya was an 8th-century Indian spiritual leader… Continue reading Explained: Life, work and legend of Adi Shankara, Advaita master, philosopher nonpareil
Department of Fisheries organises a webinar on “Promotion of Inland Saline Water Aquaculture”
What is the News? The Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying has organized a webinar on “Promotion of Inland Saline Water Aquaculture”. What is Inland Saline Water Aquaculture? Inland saline aquaculture is the farming or culture of aquatic animals and plants using inland (i.e. non-coastal) sources of saline groundwater rather than… Continue reading Department of Fisheries organises a webinar on “Promotion of Inland Saline Water Aquaculture”
Explained: PM’s climate promises, and how far India is on track to meet them
What is the News? At the UN climate conference in Glasgow, the Prime Minister raised India’s existing climate targets and also announced a few new targets. What are the targets announced by the PM, and what is its status? First Target: India will reach its non-fossil energy capacity to 500 GW by 2030. Is this… Continue reading Explained: PM’s climate promises, and how far India is on track to meet them
India moves to patent the over century-old logos of Darjeeling’s ‘Toy Train’
What is the News? India has registered the logos of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) as its intellectual property. This means that the use of these logos anywhere in the world will now require written permission from India and the payment of a fee. About Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, also known as the… Continue reading India moves to patent the over century-old logos of Darjeeling’s ‘Toy Train’
Reservation Within quota
What is the News? The Madras high court has declared Tamil Nadu legislation unconstitutional, which granted 10.5% internal reservation to the Vanniyar community within an existing 20% quota for the most backward classes (MBC) in the state. Background: The Tamil Nadu Assembly had passed a special Act that divided the existing 20% quota for the… Continue reading Reservation Within quota
India, France agree to expand partnership in defence, security
What is the News? India and France held a strategic dialogue meeting. It was co-chaired by India’s National Security Advisor (NSA) and the Diplomatic Advisor to the French President. What are the key highlights of the meeting? Strengthen Defence and Security Partnership: India and France have agreed to strengthen defence and security partnership by enhancing… Continue reading India, France agree to expand partnership in defence, security
