Synopsis: India’s growth hope in the immediate future is dependent heavily on exports. What are the challenges that impact export promotion? Issues in remission of duties and taxes on exported products (RODTEP) scheme structuring: Under RODTEP, Steel, pharma, and chemicals get no rebate at all, although many products using these inputs do. This kind of… Continue reading Our export efforts hold the key to growth in the quarters ahead
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Is monetising public assets a good idea?
Synopsis: Two experts, viz. Montek Singh Ahluwalia (MS) and Professor Ajay Shah (AS), share their views over Asset Monetisation programme of the government. Contents1 Background2 How can govt go about monetising operational assets?3 Why the govt chose asset monetisation over outright privatisation?4 Can we ensure that there’s no asset stripping by pvt investors?5 Background Read… Continue reading Is monetising public assets a good idea?
Credit Where It’s Due – “on credit growth”
Synopsis: Lack of Credit growth has lagged economic recovery. Here’s why that’s about to change. Introduction April-June GDP estimates show that there is strong evidence of a sharp recovery in the economy after second-wave lockdowns. Although broad-based indicators of real economic activity like mobility, energy demand, and GST e-way bill generation are now substantially higher… Continue reading Credit Where It’s Due – “on credit growth”
Long-feared space junk has become an imminent threat
Synopsis: With the increasing cost-effectiveness in rocket and satellite technologies, more countries and companies are planning more missions to orbit than ever before. This will ultimately result in more space debris that could trigger a mass collision in the future. This calls for countries and corporates to collaborate on the issue. Introduction In March,… Continue reading Long-feared space junk has become an imminent threat
Powergrid wins the prestigious global ATD Best award
Contents1 What is the news?2 What is ATD?3 What is Powergrid?4 What is PAL? What is the news? Recently, Powergrid won the prestigious global ATD (Association for Talent Development) Award for nourishing the best talent. It got 8th rank among the 71 organizations from around the globe. It is the only Indian PSU to win… Continue reading Powergrid wins the prestigious global ATD Best award
Douse the farm fire – “Stubble burning Issue”
Synopsis: Despite various measures taken by both, state governments and central government, the issue of stubble burning continue to add to the air pollution in the North India and NCR region. It calls for a fresh relook at the issue. Introduction The stubble burning incidents are expected to increase this time compared to last year,… Continue reading Douse the farm fire – “Stubble burning Issue”
Centre plans PSU land sale worth more than Rs 600 crore via e-bidding
What’s in news? The Center is planning to sell parcels worth more than ₹600 crores of public sector undertakings via the e-bidding platform. Further, the government also aims to sell non-core assets worth ₹10000 crores through this platform. About the PSU land sale: The government is looking to push the sale of idle assets of PSUs.… Continue reading Centre plans PSU land sale worth more than Rs 600 crore via e-bidding
Noble intentions: About the UNSC resolution on Taliban
Synopsis The UN must ensure that the Taliban uphold human rights and give up terror tactics. Contents1 Introduction2 What are the key provisions of UN Resolution 2593?3 What are the issues associated with the UN resolution 2593?4 How to hold the Taliban accountable? Introduction Recently, the UN Security Council, under India’s Presidency, adopted Resolution 2593.… Continue reading Noble intentions: About the UNSC resolution on Taliban
Over 4 billion don’t have social protection: UN
What is the News? The International Labour Organization(ILO) has released a report titled ‘World Social Protection Report 2020–22’. Purpose of the Report: The report provides a global overview of recent developments in social protection systems, including social protection floors and covers the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Note: Social protection includes access to health care… Continue reading Over 4 billion don’t have social protection: UN
Indian biologist wins global award in turtle conservation
What is the News? Indian biologist Shailendra Singh has been awarded the Behler Turtle Conservation Award for bringing three critically endangered turtle conservation species back from the brink of extinction. Who has given this award? The award was given by several global bodies involved in turtle conservation such as Turtle Survival Alliance, IUCN/SSC Tortoise and… Continue reading Indian biologist wins global award in turtle conservation
