Synopsis: Electric vehicles show great future. But the sellers of two-wheeler are showing reluctance in implementing electric vehicles module. We need to identify and overcome the problems. Introduction Regarding two-wheeler electrification in India, things are in the right direction. And their sales in India are likely to at least double in 2021 compared with 2020… Continue reading Powering ahead in the future
[UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #157 : Bharat Bhushan Vyas Board, Uttar Pradesh Home State, Anthropology Optional, Badminton, drawing, jogging Hobbies
Date of Interview: (08/09/21): 30min, Board: Bharat Bhushan Vyas sir Background: computer science engineering Optional: Anthropology Hobbies: badminton, drawing, jogging Home State: Uttar Pradesh To view all IAS Interview Transcripts 2020, visit this page Chairman Wat is sec 66A of IT act 2. SC stand on it Related to newspaper- india russia NSA meet Threat to… Continue reading [UPSC Interview 2020] – Transcript #157 : Bharat Bhushan Vyas Board, Uttar Pradesh Home State, Anthropology Optional, Badminton, drawing, jogging Hobbies
Can unicorns solve the country’s youth unemployment problem?
Synopsis: Unicorns can make some impact and lessen youth unemployment, especially in urban India, but they can’t solve the country’s problem of job scarcity. Introduction In August 2021, India’s unemployment rate stood at 8.32%, worse than July’s rate of 6.96%, but similar to the rates recorded in August 2020 and August 2019, which were at… Continue reading Can unicorns solve the country’s youth unemployment problem?
Big Lesson From Small Nation: On import substitution
Synopsis: Import substitution cannot deliver “Make in India for the World”. Lessons from Vietnam. Introduction In 2015, India decided to promote mobile phone industry through import substitution. The eventual goal was to make a success of “Make in India for the World”. Though, there has been a significant expansion of domestic production of telephones since… Continue reading Big Lesson From Small Nation: On import substitution
How banks can lose $60 billion to cybercash highways
Synopsis: Cross-border transfers are going to be more faster and economical. Introduction Currently, the cross-border transfers are both too slow and too expensive for retail customers. The monetary authorities of Australia, Singapore, Malaysia and South Africa have come together with the Bank for International Settlements on Project Dunbar. It will explore the feasibility of a… Continue reading How banks can lose $60 billion to cybercash highways
India’s ‘early harvest’ trade deals could run into trouble
Synopsis: India should be mindful of legal requirements of arriving at an “early harvest” trade deal before signing a full FTA. Introduction India wishes to fast-track its free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations with several countries like the UK, Australia, the European Union, and Canada. It is keen to conclude an “early harvest” trade deal with… Continue reading India’s ‘early harvest’ trade deals could run into trouble
Instead of denying slide in democratic values, India must work to fix it
Synopsis: India’s performance in global rankings in political affairs has taken a dip. This calls for deep introspection. Introduction India has ranked low in various global democracy reports. This is not good for India, as it tarnishes the image of India. What are the findings of the various reports? Freedom House Index 2021: It demoted… Continue reading Instead of denying slide in democratic values, India must work to fix it
Partners in the Indo Pacific
Synopsis: The ‘2+2’ dialogue between India and Australia will provide substance to an already meaningful partnership. Introduction Recently, India and Australia held the inaugural 2+2 talks. The main focus of the dialogue is to implement the vision of a peaceful and prosperous Indo-Pacific Region. What are the recent developments in India-Australia Relations? Common and shared… Continue reading Partners in the Indo Pacific
Should children be giving COVID 19 jabs
Synopsis: Vaccination has helped the world to overcome the Covid-19 pandemic. However, the debates over-vaccination of Children still continues. Introduction Covid-19 has impacted all sections of society, especially children. Debates have been going on to initiate Covid vaccination drives for children. This issue was raised, particularly in India, when the reopening of schools was tied… Continue reading Should children be giving COVID 19 jabs
How India ramped up its vaccination drive
Synopsis: India’s vaccination drives have evolved over the last two decades. It has overcome not just scientific challenges, but also social issues like hesitancy. Introduction India’s health infrastructure was put under severe stress by the 2nd COVID wave. The best remedy to prevent recurrence is to complete the vaccination drive. However, Vaccination faces a great… Continue reading How India ramped up its vaccination drive
