World Bank’s “Global Economic Prospects Report” predicts India’s growth as 8.3%

What is the News? The World Bank has released the Global Economic Prospects Report. About the Global Economic Prospects Report: Global Economic Prospects is a World Bank Group flagship report. It is issued twice a year, in January and June. Aim: To examine global economic developments and prospects with a special focus on emerging markets… Continue reading World Bank’s “Global Economic Prospects Report” predicts India’s growth as 8.3%

“Sea Snot” outbreak in Turkey and its effect on the marine ecosystem

What is the News? Sea Snot accumulation in the Sea of Marmara (Turkey) is causing grave environmental concern. This is because Sea Snot can cause considerable damage to the marine ecosystem. The Sea of Marmara is an inland sea entirely within the borders of Turkey. The sea connects the Black Sea to the Aegean Sea,… Continue reading “Sea Snot” outbreak in Turkey and its effect on the marine ecosystem

China warns Bangladesh on joining QUAD

Synopsis: In the wake of the growing momentum of Quad, China’s aggression is expected to grow in the Indo-Pacific and States are likely to push back Chinese “cheque-book diplomacy”. Background: Recently Chinese ambassador warned Bangladesh that there will be “substantial damage” to bilateral relation if it joins the USA backed anti-China coalition “Quad” However, Bangladesh… Continue reading China warns Bangladesh on joining QUAD

How can India address its mental healthcare problem?

Synopsis: Evaluation of India’s state of mental health care and suggestions to improve them. Background Recent reports published in Lancet revealed that one in seven people in India had a mental disorder ranging from mild to severe in 2017. Mental illnesses include anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, substance use disorders, personality disorders and eating… Continue reading How can India address its mental healthcare problem?

Why foster care in India needs to be expanded?

Synopsis: Foster care is a feasible, suitable substitute to adoption and institutional care in light of the trouble being faced by Covid-19 orphans. Introduction  Orphaned children in the second wave of Covid-19 are being sent to local shelter homes. But, is it the optimum solution? The negative impact of institutional care Every child has a… Continue reading Why foster care in India needs to be expanded?

Prudent Approach towards the Downward Trajectory of Second Wave

Synopsis: India has witnessed a decline in Covid-19 cases since the last month, thereby indicating a downward trajectory of the second wave. It presents an opportunity to effectively prepare for the upcoming third wave through universal vaccination and accommodative reforms. Background: The second wave of pandemic left a more brutal impact on India than the… Continue reading Prudent Approach towards the Downward Trajectory of Second Wave

Mitigating the third wave requires a focus on DOTS

Synopsis: India is witnessing a softening of the second wave. Nonetheless, the anticipation of the 3rd wave is quite high. Therefore, it is imperative for India to focus on reducing the reproduction number (R). This in turn calls for focusing on its determinants i.e. DOTS for Mitigating the third wave Background: India witnessed a brutal… Continue reading Mitigating the third wave requires a focus on DOTS

Must Read Current Affairs Articles – June 9th, 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… Continue reading Must Read Current Affairs Articles – June 9th, 2021

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