Batting for borrowers – Penal levy on loan defaulters should not be usurious

Source: The post is based on the article “Batting for borrowers – Penal levy on loan defaulters should not be usurious” published in The Hindu on 25th April 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment. Relevance: About penal levy on loan defaulters. News: The Reserve… Continue reading Batting for borrowers – Penal levy on loan defaulters should not be usurious

The government shouldn’t be running a fact-check unit

Source: The post is based on the article “The government shouldn’t be running a fact-check unit” published in the Livemint on 25th April 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges. Relevance: About amendments to IT Rules. News: Recently, the government of India has notified the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines… Continue reading The government shouldn’t be running a fact-check unit

Is the supremacy of the U.S. dollar under threat?

Source– The post is based on the article “Is the supremacy of the U.S. dollar under threat?” published in “The Hindu” on 24th April 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Economy Relevance: External economy News- The topic of dedollarisation seems to be in discourse. Dedollarisation refers to the deposing of the U.S. dollar from the reserve currency status… Continue reading Is the supremacy of the U.S. dollar under threat?

India has a crucial role in setting international statistical standards

Source- The post is based on the article “India has a crucial role in setting international statistical standards” published in the “Live mint” on 24th April 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Important international institutions News– Recently, India was elected to the United Nations Statistical Commission (UNSC) after a gap of two decades. The membership is… Continue reading India has a crucial role in setting international statistical standards

Quantum leap – New mission can lead to benefits across sectors

Source: The post is based on the article “Quantum leap – New mission can lead to benefits across sectors” published in the Business Standard on 24th April 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: Science and Technology – Indigenization of technology and developing new technology. Relevance: About National Quantum Mission. News: The government’s recent announcement for National Quantum Mission… Continue reading Quantum leap – New mission can lead to benefits across sectors

[Yojana April 2023 Summary] Startup India Action Plan Foundation of Indian Startup Ecosystem – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Innovation and entrepreneurship are essential for achieving self-reliant and sustainable growth in India. As the country moves towards becoming a developed nation, it must focus on fostering innovation and supporting entrepreneurs.   What is the growth story of India’s startup ecosystem? India has experienced tremendous growth in its startup ecosystem,… Continue reading [Yojana April 2023 Summary] Startup India Action Plan Foundation of Indian Startup Ecosystem – Explained, pointwise

Heatwaves & Cool Heads – We shouldn’t panic about summer extremes, because there are well-understood solutions. The trick is to implement them smartly

Source: The post is based on the article “Heatwaves & Cool Heads – We shouldn’t panic about summer extremes, because there are well-understood solutions. The trick is to implement them smartly” published in The Times of India on 22nd April 2023. Syllabus: GS-3: Disaster Management. Relevance: About the impact of heatwaves. News: Heatwaves have forced schools to close in… Continue reading Heatwaves & Cool Heads – We shouldn’t panic about summer extremes, because there are well-understood solutions. The trick is to implement them smartly

Proposed changes in gas pricing fail to adequately address the needs of the consumer

Source: The post is based on the article “Proposed changes in gas pricing fail to adequately address the needs of the consumer” published in “The Indian Express” on 22nd April 2023.  Syllabus: GS3- Infrastructure: Energy  Relevance: Issues related to the gas pricing. News: The government of India has modified the October 2014 pricing mechanism for domestically… Continue reading Proposed changes in gas pricing fail to adequately address the needs of the consumer

Quantum Jump: GoI does well to fund R&D in computing’s next revolution

Source: The post is based on the article “Quantum Jump: GoI does well to fund R&D in computing’s next revolution” published in The Times of India on 22nd April 2023. Syllabus: GS – 3: Science and Technology – Indigenization of technology and developing new technology. Relevance: About National Quantum Mission. News: The government’s recent announcement for National Quantum Mission… Continue reading Quantum Jump: GoI does well to fund R&D in computing’s next revolution

A breakthrough in EV battery tech

Source: The post is based on the article “A breakthrough in EV battery tech” published in Business Standard on 21st April 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Science and Technology Relevance: About Sodium-ion batteries News: The demand for Electric Vehicle (EV) is on rise. As per the Economic Survey 2022-23, EV market is projected to grow at a… Continue reading A breakthrough in EV battery tech

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