Source: The Hindu Relevance: The article highlights the impacts of Climate Change on the seasons of India. Synopsis: Only adequate planning can protect against nature’s unavoidable extremes. What changes have occurred in the climate trends over the Arabian Sea? State the reasons for the same. In the previous two decades, the frequency and intensity of… Continue reading A climate risk
Digging up the ocean floor for metals could prove disastrous
Source: Livemint Relevance: Marine life will be endangered if seafloor mining got commercialised. Contents1 Synopsis:2 Introduction:3 About Polymetallic nodules:4 Challenges in seafloor mining5 Suggestions: Synopsis: The seafloor contains potato-sized rocks that contain many metals needed to make electric-car batteries. Many perceive that seabed mining as a green alternative to land-based mineral extraction—and potentially a hugely lucrative… Continue reading Digging up the ocean floor for metals could prove disastrous
What a digital currency from RBI must get right
Source: The Hindu, Live Mint, Business Standard Relevance: central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) are becoming reality. However, before their adoption, a proper cost-benefit analysis will require. Synopsis: The RBI must consider the following issues before rolling out Central Bank Digital Currency. Contents1 Background2 Developments around the world3 Reasons for the creation of Central Bank Digital… Continue reading What a digital currency from RBI must get right
It’s Part of The Problem
Source: Indian Express Relevance: The article highlights the issues in the Public Sector companies, compared to the private sector. Synopsis: There are questions about the state’s proactive and productive role in helping its citizens. Introduction: The typical Indian worker in 1983 had three years of education. It means India delivered glorified illiteracy to the majority… Continue reading It’s Part of The Problem
The first principles of commerce should guide e-com policy too
Source: Live Mint Relevance: E-commerce has become one of the most important segments of the global economy. Any attempt to regulate it, will have implications for the economy of the country. Synopsis: Over-stringent e-com regulations would lower consumer welfare, work against small businesses, and also stifle innovation. Contents1 Concerns Regarding Growth of E-commerce in India2… Continue reading The first principles of commerce should guide e-com policy too
Sociology Optional Foundation Program for CSE 2022 starts 12th August | Enrol Now
We shall commence with Sociology Optional Foundation Program for CSE 2022 from 12th August 2021. The foundation course will be conducted keeping that student in mind that is new to the discipline of sociology. The classes will be a unique blend of conceptual explanation and clarification with the help of examples from daily life as well as a robust… Continue reading Sociology Optional Foundation Program for CSE 2022 starts 12th August | Enrol Now
Spooky change
Source: Times of India Synopsis: The alleged spying attack (Pegasus) on opposition leaders, journalists and protestors has raised questions over the accountability and independent functioning of intelligence agencies. In this context, a private member bill is introduced for allowing parliamentary oversight over them. Contents1 Background:2 Rationale behind its introduction:3 Global Scenario:4 Way Ahead: Background: Congress… Continue reading Spooky change
Results declared for SFG 2021 – Level 3 | Check Ranklist Now
Dear Students, Results for SFG 2021 – Level 3 has been declared, please check if you are selected for Select Focus Group (SFG) or Reserve List Group (RLG). Ranklist for SFG 2021 – Level 3: https://go.forumias.com/529 Payment link for students selected in SFG (Select Focus Group) – Rs. 2400 + GST (18%) per month https://go.forumias.com/530… Continue reading Results declared for SFG 2021 – Level 3 | Check Ranklist Now
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Must Read Current Affairs Articles – July 26th 2021
Good Morning dear reader We are posting Today’s Must Read Current Affairs Articles below: About Must Read News Articles: Must Read News Articles is an initiative by Team ForumIAS to provide links to the most important news articles of the day. It covers several newspapers such as The Hindu, Indian Express, Livemint, etc. This saves the… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles – July 26th 2021
