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Folk artists as record-keepers of the pandemic
Source: Livemint What is the News? For perhaps the first time, folk and tribal artists around the country have been united by a common theme: covid-19. Key Paintings mentioned in the Article: About Madhubani Painting: Madhubani painting is also referred to as Mithila Art as it flourishes in the Mithila region of Bihar. Method: The… Continue reading Folk artists as record-keepers of the pandemic
In Leh and Kargil, different reasons to oppose Ladakh’s current status
Source-The Indian Express Synopsis- LEH demand for 6th schedule for Ladakh, while Kargil has asked for the reinstatement of special status under Article 35 and 370. Contents1 Introduction-2 Different demand from Ladakh districts –3 LEH demand for Sixth Schedule status4 Kargil demand for restoration of special status under Article 35 and 3705 Way forward- Introduction-… Continue reading In Leh and Kargil, different reasons to oppose Ladakh’s current status
India sees ‘consensus’ by Oct. on OECD-G20 global tax deal
Source: The Hindu, Business Standard, Livemint Contents1 What is the news?2 Rationale behind the deal3 How much additional tax revenue would be generated?4 India has agreed to a lower threshold. Why?5 Why some countries haven’t joined the agreement?6 How have big international corporations reacted? What is the news? A day after joining the OECD-G20 framework… Continue reading India sees ‘consensus’ by Oct. on OECD-G20 global tax deal
Ecological urbanism – Key to sustainable urbanization
Source: TOI Syllabus: GS1 – urbanization, GS3 – Environment Relevance: Importance of urban ecology to sustainable urbanization Synopsis: Achieving a sustainable model for urbanization needs to factor-in the urban ecology. Some new insights into the issue. Contents1 Introduction2 What is ecological urbanism?3 How is urban ecology linked to a city’s sustainability?4 Link between nature and… Continue reading Ecological urbanism – Key to sustainable urbanization
How a PPP can overhaul India’s health infrastructure
Source: Times of India Relevance: Public and private sectors can work together to modernise the Indian healthcare system. Synopsis: The coronavirus pandemic has exposed many weaknesses in India’s healthcare system. But it has also presented an opportunity to change the healthcare landscape. Present needs for the Indian healthcare system: India can get ICU beds, ventilators… Continue reading How a PPP can overhaul India’s health infrastructure
THE FORMULA FOR PLANT-BASED ‘MEATS’
Source: Livemint Relevance: The achievement of food processing industries(FPIs) to create plant-based meat is an important topic for biotechnology and FPIs. Synopsis: Plant-based meat is gaining popularity globally. But, what are the associated issues and why we need such products? Issues with large-scale meat consumption: Large-scale animal husbandry is unsustainable. For example, plants convert 10%… Continue reading THE FORMULA FOR PLANT-BASED ‘MEATS’
Is digitisation opening up a can of worms?
Source: Livemint Relevance: Digitalizing heritage assets is an important topic in art and culture. Synopsis: Digitalizing heritage assets need a careful assessment. In recent years, cultural institutions across the country have advocated for digitisation and the pandemic has only accelerated this. For instance, The National Mission for Manuscripts’ project: The pilot was set up in… Continue reading Is digitisation opening up a can of worms?
Why ex-bureaucrats speak up
Source: The Indian Express Relevance: The new government rules restrict free speech and impact the transparency and accountability of the government. Synopsis: The new government rules restrict the free speech of retired bureaucrats. About the new rules: The central government recently prohibits officers who retired from 25 critical organisations not to publish anything without taking… Continue reading Why ex-bureaucrats speak up
Court correction
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Weaponisation of UAPA and similar laws, is a big issue. Synopsis: The NIA special court order on Akhil Gogoi should serve as a warning against weaponising sedition, anti-terror laws. Contents1 Background2 Why the charges were dismissed?3 Misuse of UAPA and Sedition laws4 Way forward Background Earlier, Akhil Gogoi, a prominent leader… Continue reading Court correction
