For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 What is Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)?3 What are the components and types of schemes covered under the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)?3.1 Components3.2 Types Of Schemes4 What are the advantages of Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)?5 What steps can be taken to improve the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) further?6 Conclusion Introduction… Continue reading Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT): Advantages and Way Forward – Explained, pointwise
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Issues with Local Governance in India – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 Evolution of Local Governance in India3 What is the structure of Local Governance in India?4 What are the roles of Panchayati Raj Institution (PRIs)/Local Governance Bodies?5 What are the challenges in working of Local Government Bodies?6 What steps can be taken going ahead?7 Conclusion Introduction It is almost 30… Continue reading Issues with Local Governance in India – Explained, pointwise
Draft Telecommunication Bill, 2022 – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 What is the current regulatory framework for Telecommunication Sector?2.1 Legislations and Rules2.2 Regulatory bodies3 What is the need for the Telecommunication Bill?4 What are the salient provisions of Draft Telecommunication Bill?5 What are the concerns with the Draft Telecommunication Bill?6 What should be the approach going ahead?7 Conclusion Introduction… Continue reading Draft Telecommunication Bill, 2022 – Explained, pointwise
The poor conditions of protectors
Synopsis: Despite the difficult nature of their duties, the police are neglected a lot. Introduction There have been many instances where our forces lost their lives in the line of duty. To pay tribute to those forces, October 21 is celebrated as Police Commemoration Day. What is the story behind October 21? On October 21,… Continue reading The poor conditions of protectors
PM action plan: Single environment Act, birth certificate for citizenship, jobs clause in FTAs
Contents1 What is the News?2 What are the key features of the 60 point action plan?2.1 Leveraging IT and Technology for Governance2.2 Improve Business Climate2.3 Upgrading the Civil Services3 Other Key Features of the Action Plan What is the News? The Government of India has prepared a comprehensive 60-point action plan following the Prime Minister’s… Continue reading PM action plan: Single environment Act, birth certificate for citizenship, jobs clause in FTAs
Shipping Minister launches ‘MyPortApp’ for digital monitoring of port operations
What is the news? Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways launched a port mobile application called “MyPortApp” in Kolkata today. Also, inauguration of a 1 Mega Watt solar plant in Haldia port to produce renewable energy for port operations. What are some key features of the “MyPortApp”? The App includes all port details digitally and monitor operations virtually, is aimed to promote… Continue reading Shipping Minister launches ‘MyPortApp’ for digital monitoring of port operations
The fund without a care for the RTI
Synopsis: The PM openly seeks support for donations towards PM CARES. But given the non-transparent nature of this fund, it needs to be closely scrutinized. Contents1 Introduction2 What makes PM CARES unique from other such funds?3 What are the issues with the establishment of PM CARES?4 What is the current status of PM CARES?5 What… Continue reading The fund without a care for the RTI
Make departments smart, first
Synopsis: E-governance holds the promise of improving local governance, but only if we pay attention to the basics. Introduction To have a smart city, there is a need to make all the departments of the city smart. In such cities, good governance is dependent on good service delivery. This requires good availability of data. Thus,… Continue reading Make departments smart, first
Citizen scorecards for better accountability
Synopsis: The CAG’s auditing standards highlight the importance of performance audits for promoting transparency and evaluating outcomes. Contents1 Introduction2 What is the Public accounts Committee (PAC)?3 What is the work of PAC?4 What are the citizen scorecards?5 How can the scorecards be made?6 How these scorecards will prove beneficial? Introduction Soon, Parliament is going to… Continue reading Citizen scorecards for better accountability
Creating citizen centric police
Synopsis: Despite Prakash Singh’s judgement on police reforms, the reforms largely remain on paper. Thus, this demands a closer and deeper analysis. Contents1 Introduction2 What are the challenges facing police reforms?3 What were the recommendations given by the Supreme Court?4 What should be the way forward? Introduction On September 22, 2006, in the historic Judgement… Continue reading Creating citizen centric police
