What is the news? A new species of swamp eel belonging to the genus Rakthamicthys that is endemic to India was discovered in a well in Mumbai. It was named Rakthamichthys Mumba – the Mumbai blind eel. This is the fifth species from the genus to be described from India. Also, this is the first… Continue reading New eel species discovered in Mumbai well
Recognising Gandhi the philosopher
Synopsis: Philosophical dimensions of Gandhi are often ignored. It is time to pay attention to his ethics-led philosophical way of life. Introduction Often, Gandhi is portrayed as a political leader. His philosophical contributions are often ignored. But much like Buddha of the Nikayas and the Socrates of Plato’s early dialogues, he is an ethical philosopher.… Continue reading Recognising Gandhi the philosopher
Ordnance factories’ moment in history
Synopsis: Corporatization of OFB is the first step towards reforming it. India need to do much more. Introduction Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) which started during the British era has ceased to exist starting today. Read here: OFB Corporatisation” Approved by Cabinet How was the OFB corporatized? The corporatization of OFB has been recommended by the various… Continue reading Ordnance factories’ moment in history
Why new rule allowing recycled plastic in food packaging raises concerns
Synopsis: The new directive by Union environment ministry overrides 2016 rules that did not permit carry bags made of recycled plastic for food items. Introduction Recently, the Union government notified the Plastic Waste Management (Second Amendment) Rules, 2021. The latest notification is a U-turn by the Centre and its stand of five years. The use… Continue reading Why new rule allowing recycled plastic in food packaging raises concerns
Staggered pricing: On cane pricing
Synopsis: The Government should avoid populist measures in cane pricing. Introduction Recently, Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP) suggested to pay sugarcane prices to farmers in tranches and stop reserving cane areas for sugar mills. It has pros and cons that need to be weighed carefully. What are the other key suggestions given by… Continue reading Staggered pricing: On cane pricing
Growing locally: On significance of GI tags
Synopsis: Geographical Indications tag is an opportunity for India to redefine the future of work using automation, technology and artificial intelligence while simultaneously enhancing and adorning the country’s talented local work force. Introduction India’s global brand recall and attributes of multi-cultural ethos, authenticity, and ethnic diversity are reason for increasing the country’s potential. One channel… Continue reading Growing locally: On significance of GI tags
Water water everywhere and we must stop to think
Synopsis: Floods have begun to affect an increasing area of India with rising intensity and frequency. Urban infrastructure is under severe pressure, and it’s unclear if we are prepared for worse. Introduction Incidents of floods in urban areas have been increasing year after year in India. Rainy season flooding in metro cities like Mumbai and… Continue reading Water water everywhere and we must stop to think
India quest for a road to Central Asia
Synopsis: India can unlock a lot of economic and geostrategic potential if it can connect with Central Asian nations. Introduction Indian PM in a recently held SCO summit highlighted the importance of Central Asia. He also raised his concern over the connectivity issue with Central Asian countries because of the geographical disadvantage. What are the… Continue reading India quest for a road to Central Asia
Making parties constitutional
Synopsis: The majority of the countries do not provide constitutional status for Political parties. But it is time for making political parties constitutional. Introduction Political parties maintain a continuous connection between the people and those who represent them, either in government or in the opposition. But despite that, they do not provide constitutional status. What… Continue reading Making parties constitutional
The proposal to link Aadhaar with Voter ID is unconstitutional
Synopsis: Recently, ECI proposed de-duplication of Voter ID by linking it with Aadhar. This needs careful consideration. Introduction This week marks 3 years of the Puttaswamy judgement. In the Judgement, a constitutional bench of the Supreme Court (SC) had reduced the scope of the Aadhaar project to contain its risks to the privacy of citizens.… Continue reading The proposal to link Aadhaar with Voter ID is unconstitutional
