A stocktake before the Global Stocktake

Source– The post is based on the article “A stocktake before the Global Stocktake” published in The Hindu on 4th July 2023. Syllabus: GS3-Environment Relevance:  Climate change-related issues News- The Bonn Climate Change Conference was the last big milestone in climate negotiations before the first Global Stocktake under the Paris Agreement at COP28 (Conference of… Continue reading A stocktake before the Global Stocktake

Why Govt is going after ‘dark patterns’

Source: This article has been framed based on India Express article “Why Govt is going after ‘dark patterns”, published on 4th July. Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 2– Government policies for the various sectors News: The article discusses the concept of “dark patterns” and the Indian government’s initiative to curb their use on e-commerce platforms. Dark… Continue reading Why Govt is going after ‘dark patterns’

For science to flourish: National Research Foundation plugs a policy gap

Source: This article has been framed based on India Express article “For science to flourish: National Research Foundation plugs a policy gap”, published on 4th July. Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3, News: The article discusses the establishment of the National Research Foundation (NRF) in India, which has been approved by the Union Cabinet. The NRF… Continue reading For science to flourish: National Research Foundation plugs a policy gap

Greedflation and its counter arguments: how consumers ultimately decide prices

Source: This article has been framed based on India Express article “Clearing the water”, published on 4th July. Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 – Indian Economy – Pricing and Inflation News: The article discusses the concept of “greedflation,” which refers to price inflation caused by corporate greed for high profits. The US is facing the… Continue reading Greedflation and its counter arguments: how consumers ultimately decide prices

A rising tide – Govt should revive disinvestment

Source: The post is based on the article “A rising tide – Govt should revive disinvestment” published in Business Standard on 4th July 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Indian Economy – Capital Market Relevance: About the rising stock market indices and its implications for India News: In the past few days, the stock market indices have reached… Continue reading A rising tide – Govt should revive disinvestment

How the QS World University Rankings reinforce elitism and caste bias

Source: The post is based on an article “How the QS World University Rankings reinforce elitism and caste bias” published in The Indian Express on 4th July 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Issues Related with the Education System Relevance: About the QS World University Ranking 2024 News: Recently, the QS World University Ranking 2024 was released. What… Continue reading How the QS World University Rankings reinforce elitism and caste bias

Explore every possible solar shield we can use:

Source: The post is based on the article “Explore every possible solar shield we can use” published in “Live mint” on 4th July 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Climate Change – solar radiation modification. News: Recently, the US White House released a report on “solar radiation modification” (SRM). Contents1 Why SRM is important?2 What is… Continue reading Explore every possible solar shield we can use:

Eradicating sickle cell disease, securing the future of India’s tribal communities

Source: The post is based on the article “Eradicating sickle cell disease, securing the future of India’s tribal communities” published in “Indian Express” on 4th July 2023. Syllabus: GS 2- Issues related to Health News: Recently, PM Modi launched the Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission. What is Sickle cell disease? Sickle cell is a genetic… Continue reading Eradicating sickle cell disease, securing the future of India’s tribal communities

Should India join NATO Plus? Explained, pointwise

For 7 PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 What is NATO and NATO Plus?3 Why the US invited India to join NATO Plus?4 Why India refused to join NATO Plus?5 Why should India join NATO Plus?6 Why should India not join NATO Plus?7 What should be the future course of action? Introduction At the beginning of… Continue reading Should India join NATO Plus? Explained, pointwise

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