Click Here to Download – EPIC! Magazine for February 2021 Dear Forumites, This is the tenth edition (February edition) of EPIC! Magazine. This edition comes on the eve of the first budget for the third decade of 21st century. The showcase article provides comprehensive coverage for this year’s budget. We have provided a detailed analysis… Continue reading Download EPIC! February 2021
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Need for Fire Safety training and technologies
Synopsis- Despite large fires in the past, building and fire safety standards continues to be ignored. Introduction- The current fire protection measures in all major cities do not account for all contemporary fire hazard issues. It makes fire safety a growing concern. The Fire accident at Eastern Railway Headquarter in Kolkata is a prime example… Continue reading Need for Fire Safety training and technologies
Absence of Regular Chiefs in Central Security Forces
Synopsis: Many Security Forces are functioning without regular chiefs. This will impact their efficiency. So the government has to take the necessary steps to strengthen security forces. Contents1 Introduction:2 Few examples of Security Forces without regular Director-General:3 Impact of having vacancies in Security Forces:4 Suggestions: Introduction: At present in India, Many Security Forces are without… Continue reading Absence of Regular Chiefs in Central Security Forces
Cyber attacks on critical Infrastructure
Synopsis: At present Critical infrastructure of India is vulnerable to cyberattacks. The government have to strengthen its cybersecurity initiatives. Contents1 Introduction:2 What is the critical infrastructure?3 Vulnerability of Critical Infrastructures:4 Suggestions to protect critical infrastructure: Introduction: Recently Massachusetts-based firm Recorded Future released a study. It mentioned that Mumbai power outages can be a cyber attack… Continue reading Cyber attacks on critical Infrastructure
Why India Should limit its Involvement With QUAD?
Synopsis: The stand-off at Ladakh has shown the limits of India-U.S. security ties and India’s involvement in the Quad. So, India should limit its involvement in QUAD and prioritize national security. Contents1 How India joined the QUAD?2 India got dragged into the QUAD by the US3 What is the consequence of India’s involvement in QUAD?4… Continue reading Why India Should limit its Involvement With QUAD?
[UPSC Interview Transcript #59]: Smita Nagraj Board, Punjab Home State, Commerce Optional, Puppetry, Chess Hobbies
Interview Date: 25 feb, morning slot, 5th in line Duration: 40 mins Board: Smita Nagraj Home State: Punjab Optional: commerce Hobbies: puppetry, chess Chairman Why no masters in commerce? Three problems facing Punjab? And solution How to handle political pressure, administrative pressure in drugs? Ground water crisis? Should we ban crops? Member 1 Physical education? What did… Continue reading [UPSC Interview Transcript #59]: Smita Nagraj Board, Punjab Home State, Commerce Optional, Puppetry, Chess Hobbies
The Doha agreement and Afghan Peace Process
What is the News? The U.S Secretary of State has confirmed the US intention to fully withdraw all forces from Afghanistan as per the Doha Agreement. About Doha Agreement: In 2020, the United States signed a historic deal with the Taliban. The deal aims to end the 18-year-war in Afghanistan. The deal was signed in… Continue reading The Doha agreement and Afghan Peace Process
Indo-Uzbek Joint “Exercise Dustlik-ll”
What is the News? Exercise Dustlik-II between India and Uzbekistan will be held in Uttarakhand from March 10 to 19. About Exercise Dustlik-II: Exercise Dustlik is a military exercise between the Indian Army and Uzbekistan Army. First Edition: The first edition of the Exercise Dustlik was held in 2019 at Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Aim: The aim… Continue reading Indo-Uzbek Joint “Exercise Dustlik-ll”
‘Mobilising Electric Vehicle Financing in India’ – A report of NITI Aayog
What is the News? NITI Aayog and Rocky Mountain Institute(RMI) India jointly releases a new report titled ‘Mobilising Electric Vehicle Financing in India’. Purpose of the Mobilising Electric Vehicle Financing in India report: The report highlights the role of finance in India’s transition to electric vehicles(EVs). Further, the report also identifies solutions for capital and… Continue reading ‘Mobilising Electric Vehicle Financing in India’ – A report of NITI Aayog
