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International Vaccine Institute and Bharat Biotech launch Phase II and III trials for chikungunya vaccine
Source: Indian Express What is the news? A multi-country Phase II / III clinical trial of a vaccine led by the International Vaccine Institute (IVI) in partnership with Bharat Biotech International Ltd (BBIL) has begun in Costa Rica. Read more: World may soon get a vaccine against Chikungunya What is Chikungunya? It is a viral disease transmitted… Continue reading International Vaccine Institute and Bharat Biotech launch Phase II and III trials for chikungunya vaccine
No realistic plan of reducing import dependence in edible oils is possible without recognising the role of oil palm
Source: Indian express What is the news? Recently, the Government of India launched National Mission on Edible Oils-Oil Palm. The scheme aims at increasing the total area under oil palm from the current 3.5 lakh hectares (lh) to 10 lh by 2025-26. Must read: Cabinet approves implementation of National Mission on Edible Oils- Oil Palm… Continue reading No realistic plan of reducing import dependence in edible oils is possible without recognising the role of oil palm
Facial recognition spreads, concern over absence of data protection law
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Regarding Facial Recognition technology Synopsis: The greater rush for the use of FRT systems has raised various concerns, despite the strength of justification. Let’s have a brief look into the debate. Context Facial recognition technology (FRT) software systems are being installed at some of India’s busiest airports and train stations. The… Continue reading Facial recognition spreads, concern over absence of data protection law
Explained: Haryana’s changes to land law; why they have been criticised
Source: Indian Express Relevance: To understand land policies of Haryana Synopsis: The recent land acquisition bill passed by Haryana Government is being termed as “anti-farmer” which will promote “crony capitalism”. Context: Recently, Haryana government passed the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement (Haryana Amendment), Bill, 2021. It seeks to expedite… Continue reading Explained: Haryana’s changes to land law; why they have been criticised
Why agrarian reforms should go beyond meeting demands of the agitating farmers
Source: Indian Express Relevance: To understand the land reforms Synopsis: The land reforms of 50’s and 60’s have been inadequate in addressing the inequity in land ownership. Thus, new agricultural reforms should be targeted on land reforms. Introduction The government brought farms laws in 2020 and ever since then farmer’s protests and agitations have been going… Continue reading Why agrarian reforms should go beyond meeting demands of the agitating farmers
Asset monetisation — execution is the key
Source: Business Standard, The Hindu1, The Hindu 2 Relevance: Mobilization of resources Synopsis: Challenges in implementing the National Monetisation Pipeline Project and suggestions for better implementation. Background Read more: National Monetisation pipeline (NMP) project – Explained Privatisation vs Monetisation Privatisation takes the government out of a business, whereas Monetisation keeps the government in there as… Continue reading Asset monetisation — execution is the key
Making sure that girls don’t drop out of school
Source: Indian Express Synopsis: Addressing gender bias in education requires providing social, financial and emotional support to the girl child. Introduction In the recently held Olympics, Indian women showed their excellent performance. They can also excel in other fields like education. Women can contribute not just to the economy of the nation, but can also be… Continue reading Making sure that girls don’t drop out of school
India’s tuition Pandemic (On India’s mushrooming ed-tech sector)
Source: Times of India Relevance: Issues due to the rise of Edtech sector Synopsis: With billions of dollars in capital and tech backing, Indian educational corporates are creating a situation of tuition pandemic. China’s crackdown on edtech Recently, the Chinese government announced a crackdown on its booming educational tuition sector. Under its new policy, private… Continue reading India’s tuition Pandemic (On India’s mushrooming ed-tech sector)
BRICS Environment Ministers adopt the New Delhi Statement on Environment
Source: PIB What is the News? BRICS countries have adopted the “New Delhi Statement” at the 7th meeting of the BRICS Environment Ministerial 2021. About New Delhi Statement on Environment: New Delhi Statement on Environment is aimed at furthering the spirit of Cooperation for Continuity, Consolidation and Consensus in Environment among the BRICS Nations. The… Continue reading BRICS Environment Ministers adopt the New Delhi Statement on Environment
