Synopsis: The power projection done by china has its own message and also a ground for others to fall into arms race. The scenario further presents an opportunity for India. Introduction In the past several years, China has tested its hypersonic missiles, publishing papers reporting their advances in such a sensitive field. The US govt… Continue reading US-China missile rivalry opens up new opportunities for India
Furlough not prisoner’s right, says SC in Asaram son’s case
What is the News? The Supreme Court has discussed the differences between ‘furlough’ and ‘parole’ and the principles relating to grant of them. What was the case? The Supreme Court made these observations while hearing an appeal filed by the State of Gujarat against a judgment of the Gujarat High Court. The Gujarat High Court… Continue reading Furlough not prisoner’s right, says SC in Asaram son’s case
Global agricultural productivity not growing as fast as food demand: Report
What is the News? Global Agricultural Productivity Report (GAP Report) 2021 has been released by Virginia Tech’s College of Agriculture, US and Life Sciences. Few basic Terms to Know What is Agricultural Productivity? Agricultural productivity is measured as the ratio of agricultural outputs to inputs. Agriculture productivity increases when more agricultural products are produced with… Continue reading Global agricultural productivity not growing as fast as food demand: Report
Stockholm+50: International meeting to accelerate action towards a healthy and prosperous planet for all
What is the News? The United Nations General Assembly has agreed on the way forward for plans to host Stockholm+50 at the highest possible level in Stockholm, Sweden in June 2022. What is Stockholm+50? Stockholm+50 is an international meeting to be hosted by the Government of Sweden and convened by the United Nations General Assembly… Continue reading Stockholm+50: International meeting to accelerate action towards a healthy and prosperous planet for all
India’s First Banni Buffalo IVF Calf Born
What is the News? India’s first In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) calf of Banni breed of buffaloes was born at a farmer’s house in Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. What are Banni Buffaloes? Banni buffaloes are also known as “Kutchi” or “Kundi”. It is a breed of buffalo found primarily in the Kutch district of Gujarat. This… Continue reading India’s First Banni Buffalo IVF Calf Born
Minister of State for Communications chairs 7th Meeting of BRICS Communications Ministers
What is the News? India as the current BRICS Chair convened the 7th Meeting of BRICS Communications Ministers meeting.The meeting was presided by India’s Minister of State for Communications. What are the key highlights of the 7th Meeting of BRICS Communications Ministers? Firstly, the ministers supported the advancement in work of the BRICS Partnership on… Continue reading Minister of State for Communications chairs 7th Meeting of BRICS Communications Ministers
Energy access and its importance – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Energy is vital in raising standards of living and enhancing development. It is critical in building and saving lives — in situations of intense heat, for instance, access to air cooling systems is imperative. Energy access is also necessary to improve worker productivity. According to the World Bank estimates, 759… Continue reading Energy access and its importance – Explained, pointwise
India, UK, Australia to launch IRIS at COP26
What is the News? India along with Australia, the UK and small island developing states(SIDS) will be launching a new initiative named “IRIS (Infrastructure for Resilient Island States)” on the sidelines of the upcoming Conference of Parties (COP26) in Glasgow, UK. What is the Infrastructure for Resilient Island States(IRIS) Initiative? The IRIS initiative is aimed… Continue reading India, UK, Australia to launch IRIS at COP26
152 SAKSHAM Centres (Centre for Financial Literacy & Service Delivery) launched in a week as part of Amrit Mahotsav
What is the News? As part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, a total of 152 Centre for Financial Literacy & Service Delivery (SAKSHAM) Centres have been launched under Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) of the Ministry of Rural Development. What are SAKSHAM Centres? SAKSHAM Centres are also known as Centre for Financial… Continue reading 152 SAKSHAM Centres (Centre for Financial Literacy & Service Delivery) launched in a week as part of Amrit Mahotsav
G7 countries reach breakthrough on digital trade and data
What is the News? The Group of Seven (G7) countries have agreed on a joint set of principles to govern cross-border data use and digital trade. What is Digital Trade? Digital trade is broadly defined as trade in goods and services that is either enabled or delivered digitally, encompassing activities from the distribution of films… Continue reading G7 countries reach breakthrough on digital trade and data
