Source: Business Standard What is the news? The Indian Navy has expressed reservations in vacating 100 MHz (from the 3300 MHz – 3400 MHz) band of the spectrum, proposed to be sold in the tender expected next year. This could delay the Centre’s plans to proceed with the 5G auctions in 2022. Why Indian Navy is not… Continue reading Indian Navy’s reluctance to vacate spectrum likely to delay 5G auction
Human-wildlife conflict among greatest threats to animal species: WWF and UNEP report
Source: Down to Earth What is the news? World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) and the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), have released a new report titled – A future for all – the need for human-wildlife coexistence. Key findings Conflict between humans and animals is one of the main threats to the long-term survival of some… Continue reading Human-wildlife conflict among greatest threats to animal species: WWF and UNEP report
The judicious choice
Source: Indian Express Relevance: This article emphasises ensuring the independence of the judiciary. Synopsis: Selection of deserving judges is essential to ensure independence of the judiciary. The Collegium must do its best in this task in order to uphold the constitutional spirit and democratic ethos. Background: India is the largest democracy in the world thanks… Continue reading The judicious choice
Troubling prospects in Afghanistan
Source: The Hindu Relevance: Resolution of the Afghan issue is important for ascertaining peace in South Asia. India will also suffer from the spillover of this issue. Synopsis: An air of uncertainty surrounds Afghanistan, and it needs to think over the future of its land. Background: The United States recently handed over the Bagram airbase… Continue reading Troubling prospects in Afghanistan
Civil society must accept its failure to hold government accountable
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Civil societies work as an important pillar for strengthening democracy and governance. Synopsis: Not strengthening civil society organisations and the deepening of checks and balances work will result in governance failure. This address must be resolved immediately. Introduction India’s civil society consists of Grassroots organisations that connect to the last mile… Continue reading Civil society must accept its failure to hold government accountable
Repeal UAPA
Source: Business Standard Synopsis: The Statute of UAPA has no place in Democracy. Background The death of the priest Stan Swamy, who was arrested under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, or UAPA, offers the government an opportunity to revisit this 54-year-old law. In its current form, the UAPA is out of sync with the country’s… Continue reading Repeal UAPA
[Update] UPSC CSE Prelims 2021 – Notice to Update the Choice of center
UPSC CSE Prelims 2021 Due to a large number of candidates for the UPSC CSE Prelims 2021 examination [including the Indian Forest Service (Preliminary) Examination, 2021], and the addition of four centres at Almora and Srinagar in Uttarakhand, Nasik in Maharashtra, and Surat in Gujarat, the UPSC is now giving an opportunity to fill the… Continue reading [Update] UPSC CSE Prelims 2021 – Notice to Update the Choice of center
Ideas drawn from nudge theory could weaken a third covid wave
Source: Live mint Relevance: This article highlights the importance and effectiveness of behavioral interventions to bring about social change. Synopsis: Well-designed behavioral interventions that guide people to make safe choices could potentially help India in the fight against pandemic. The use of nudge theory will help in combating vaccine hesitancy and lockdown fatigue. Thereby it… Continue reading Ideas drawn from nudge theory could weaken a third covid wave
Tracking fugitives everywhere
Source: The Hindu Relevance: India’s criminal handling system should be aligned to catch fugitives within the country. Because once they leave the country, it becomes difficult to bring them back. Synopsis: In the absence of a coordinated database, criminals can go undetected. Hence, robust tracking of fugitives demands the creation of a nationwide database of… Continue reading Tracking fugitives everywhere
The sentiment boost that India’s economy is in need of
Source-Live Mint Relevance: The article explains the areas, the government should focus, for achieving desirable economic growth. Synopsis – A more rapid vaccination drive, greater government spending, and a reduction in fuel cess might help in the economic recovery and uplifting the public sentiment. Factors that could boost sentiment and play a crucial role in… Continue reading The sentiment boost that India’s economy is in need of
