For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction India is one of the first country in the world to impose a statutory obligation of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) for corporations through the Companies Act, 2013. India is perhaps the only country that makes both the spending and reporting of CSR obligations mandatory. The Government has also made it… Continue reading CSR, Corporate Social Responsibility in India: Provisions, Status and Challenges – Explained, pointwise
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India’s stumble on rupee trading holds a lesson on globalization
Source: The post is based on the article “India’s stumble on rupee trading holds a lesson on globalization” published in the Livemint on 10th May 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Relevance: About the trade settlements in Rupee. News: As China, India, and Russia trying… Continue reading India’s stumble on rupee trading holds a lesson on globalization
Controversial calls on predatory pricing
Source: The post is based on an article “Controversial calls on predatory pricing” published in Business Standard on 10th May 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Industrial Policy, Infrastructure Relevance: problems with predatory pricing News: The article discusses concerns over predatory pricing by telecom operators. What is the issue? In the last month, Bharti Airtel alleged that Reliance… Continue reading Controversial calls on predatory pricing
What a total ban on diesel vehicles could mean in India
Source: The post is based on an article “What a total ban on diesel vehicles could mean in India” published in The Indian Express on 10th May 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Environment Relevance: concerns over banning diesel-powered four-wheel vehicles News: The Energy Transition Advisory Committee formed by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has recommended… Continue reading What a total ban on diesel vehicles could mean in India
Minimising the threat from IEDs
Source– The post is based on the article “Minimising the threat from IEDs” published in the “The Hindu” on 10th May 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Security Relevance– Issues related to Maoism News– On April 26, an IED killed 10 security personnel of the District Reserve Guard in Chhattisgarh’s Dantewada area. The jawans were out on an… Continue reading Minimising the threat from IEDs
Ban on diesel vehicles by 2027: Reasoning and Challenges – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction As environmental concerns take centre stage, India contemplates a significant shift in its automotive industry. A government panel, the Energy Transition Advisory Committee (ETAC), recommends a ban on diesel vehicles in cities with a population of over a million by 2027. This bold step aims to curb emissions and promote… Continue reading Ban on diesel vehicles by 2027: Reasoning and Challenges – Explained, pointwise
A stitch in time for the ongoing green transition is what we need
Source: The post is based on the article “A stitch in time for the ongoing green transition is what we need” published in Live Mint on 9th May 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Growth & Development, Environment Relevance: problems with the energy transition News: Countries are now looking to give up fossil fuel and adopt green energy.… Continue reading A stitch in time for the ongoing green transition is what we need
The ocean is under unprecedented stress – on ocean conservation
Source: This post is created based on the article “‘With every breath we take, we are connected to the ocean. Yet, the ocean is under unprecedented stress”, published in The Times of India on 9th May 2023. Syllabus Topic – GS Paper 3 – Environment Conservation Context: The article discusses the challenges of protecting oceans… Continue reading The ocean is under unprecedented stress – on ocean conservation
Unravelling the complexities of India’s 2011-12 GDP series is key
Source- The post is based on the article “Unravelling the complexities of India’s 2011-12 GDP series is key” published in “mint” on 9th May 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Indian economy and growth News – The article explains the changes incorporated in 2011-12 series to calculate the GDP. What are numerous conceptual and statistical changes, incorporated in… Continue reading Unravelling the complexities of India’s 2011-12 GDP series is key
Land Of Quotas Manipur is another example of agitation stemming from shrinking land holdings & few regular jobs
Source: The post is based on the article “Land Of Quotas – Manipur is another example of agitation stemming from shrinking land holdings & few regular jobs” published in The Times of India on 9th May 2023 Syllabus: GS 3 – Security challenges and their management in border areas. Relevance: About the unrest in Manipur. News: Manipur’s violence between… Continue reading Land Of Quotas Manipur is another example of agitation stemming from shrinking land holdings & few regular jobs
