What is the news? The UN report: Global Multidimensional Poverty Index 2021 highlights yet another divide in the Indian society as 5 out of 6 multidimensionally poor are from lower tribes or castes. What is the key focus of the Multidimensional Poverty Index 2021? The report provides estimates on multidimensional poverty for 109 developing countries. Present multidimensional poverty estimates disaggregated by ethnicity and caste for 41 countries… Continue reading In India, 5 out of 6 multidimensionally poor are from lower tribes or castes: UN report
Education Ministry report: At least 40% school children in 7 large states lack access to digital devices
What is the news? The report, “Initiatives by the School Education Sector in 2020-21“, released by the Union Ministry of Education talks about the response to challenges thrown up by the Covid-19 pandemic. What are the key findings of the report? The report shows that 40% to 70% of school-going children in seven large states do not have access to digital… Continue reading Education Ministry report: At least 40% school children in 7 large states lack access to digital devices
CURTAIN RAISER: 6TH EDITION OF INDIA – UK JOINT COMPANY LEVEL MILITARY TRAINING: EXERCISE AJEYA WARRIOR COMMENCES AT CHAUBATIA (UTTARAKHAND)
What is the news? The 6th Edition of India – UK Joint Military Training Exercise Ajeya Warrior has commenced at Chaubatia (Uttarakhand). The execution of joint military operations is done in a semi-urban environment. The second meeting of the India-U.K. Joint Working Group (JWG) on cyber capacity-building was held through videoconferencing. What are the expected outcomes of Exercise Ajeya Warrior? … Continue reading CURTAIN RAISER: 6TH EDITION OF INDIA – UK JOINT COMPANY LEVEL MILITARY TRAINING: EXERCISE AJEYA WARRIOR COMMENCES AT CHAUBATIA (UTTARAKHAND)
How seven mega textile parks will help the industry
What is the news? The government recently cleared the PM MITRA scheme to set up seven mega textile parks over five years. Read more: Government has approved setting up of 7 Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) Parks What does the scheme mean for the Textile industry? Help to address the bottlenecks: The… Continue reading How seven mega textile parks will help the industry
The farmers’ movement is no longer about the three controversial farm laws
Synopsis: Despite the Supreme Court issuing a stay on the controversial farm laws passed by the govt, the protests which started against them, have carried on. They are now less about the farm laws but more about the issues and problems being faced by our farmers since long. A brief look at some of these… Continue reading The farmers’ movement is no longer about the three controversial farm laws
A host of challenges greets India’s new Air Chief
Synopsis: The IAF has played a stellar role in defending India. The squadron strength of the Air force is depleting. We need a quality and quantity check of its operational assets before pushing for the creation of theatre commands. Introduction Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari assumed office as Chief of Air Staff on September… Continue reading A host of challenges greets India’s new Air Chief
Seeding a data revolution in Indian agriculture
Synopsis: Two consultation paper, one by the Ministry of Agriculture and the other by Bain were released recently. They both talk about leveraging digital technology for helping farmers and supporting their livelihoods. Introduction The first consultation paper is on the India Digital Ecosystem of Agriculture (IDEA) from the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare (MoA&FW). It talks… Continue reading Seeding a data revolution in Indian agriculture
Our automobile sector needs a hearty dose of tax relief
Synopsis: Due to a demand slump and reluctance shown by entrepreneurs to invest in the auto industry, it is going through a rough phase. This sector can be a key driver for the future economic growth of India. Introduction Indian auto industry suffered yet another setback when the renowned automaker, Ford Motors, decided to exit… Continue reading Our automobile sector needs a hearty dose of tax relief
Will a bad bank fix India’s broken banking system?
Synopsis: Last month, the Union government set up the National Asset Reconstruction Company Limited (NARCL) under the Companies Act. Two experts, Ajit Ranade and C.P. Chandrasekhar, discuss the bad bank proposal. We list out the key points. Must Read: NARCL: Need and Challenges – Explained, pointwise What is the need to bail out banks? There… Continue reading Will a bad bank fix India’s broken banking system?
Decentralised renewable energy solutions offer great promises for healthcare facilities
Synopsis: In facilitating access to affordable RTPV electricity in public healthcare facilities, India can achieve the twin objective of greening the economy and transforming the healthcare infrastructure so that it can provide affordable health services. Introduction It has been a big challenge for our health infrastructure to deal with the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Apprehension… Continue reading Decentralised renewable energy solutions offer great promises for healthcare facilities
