India’s Foreign Trade Agreements (FTAs): Approach and Challenges – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 What are Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)?3 What is the relationship between Multilateralism under the WTO Regime and the FTAs?4 What are the benefits of FTAs?5 What are the challenges associated with FTAs?6 What should be India’s approach regarding the FTAs?7 Conclusion Introduction The Government has pushed the pace of… Continue reading India’s Foreign Trade Agreements (FTAs): Approach and Challenges – Explained, pointwise

China, West, G20 Presidency: Opportunities & concerns for India in 2023

Source– The post is based on the article “China, West, G20 Presidency: Opportunities & concerns for India in 2023” published in The Indian Express on 28th December 2022. Syllabus: GS2- International relations Relevance– Foreign policy and changing international dynamics News– The article explains the strategic scenario across the world that matters for India foreign policy… Continue reading China, West, G20 Presidency: Opportunities & concerns for India in 2023

No free lunches – The free food scheme is driven by electoral considerations, but its long-term fiscal risks outweigh the short-term gains

Source: The post is based on the article “No free lunches – The free food scheme is driven by electoral considerations, but its long-term fiscal risks outweigh the short-term gains” published in Business Standard on 28th December 2022. Syllabus: GS 3 – Food Security Relevance: decision of government on NFSA News: The government has decided to allow free… Continue reading No free lunches – The free food scheme is driven by electoral considerations, but its long-term fiscal risks outweigh the short-term gains

Input cost pressure – on increasing milk prices

Source: This post is created based on the article “Input cost pressure” published in Business Standard on 28th December 2022. Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3- Industries and industrial policies News: The dairy sector in the National Capital Region of Delhi is experiencing difficulties due to a short supply and high cost of cattle feed and… Continue reading Input cost pressure – on increasing milk prices

Nasal Vaccine for COVID-19: Working and Benefits – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 How does the immune system fight pathogens?3 What are the key players in Mucosal Immunity?4 How does the COVID-19 virus enter the body?5 How do Nasal Vaccines for COVID-19 work?6 What advantage do Nasal Vaccines have against COVID-19?7 Conclusion Introduction India’s first nasal vaccine for COVID-19, iNCOVACC, will be… Continue reading Nasal Vaccine for COVID-19: Working and Benefits – Explained, pointwise

Gear up wisely to clamp down on important digital intermediaries

Source: The post is based on the article “Gear up wisely to clamp down on important digital intermediaries” published in the mint on 27th December 2022.  Syllabus: GS3- Indian economy  Relevance: Issue related to fair competition in market. News: The article explains the Parliamentary Committee report on anti-competitive practices by big tech companies prevalent in… Continue reading Gear up wisely to clamp down on important digital intermediaries

Inflation and agency accountability

Source: The post is based on the article “Inflation and agency accountability” published in the Business Standard on 27th December 2022.  Syllabus: GS3- Indian economy  Relevance: Issues related to the concept of inflation  News: The article explains the issues related to the inflation-targeting regime in India. It explains the creation of the concept of inflation targeting… Continue reading Inflation and agency accountability

A warship programme that must go full steam ahead

SourceL The post is based on the article “A warship programme that must go full steam ahead” published in The Hindu on 27th December 2022.  Syllabus: GS3- Security  Relevance– Defence manufacturing  News: The article explains the issue of the development of aircraft carriers by the Indian navy.  Contents1 How can India classify aircraft carriers? 2 What… Continue reading A warship programme that must go full steam ahead

Bilateral Investment Treaties (BITs): India’s Approach and Concerns – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 What is a Bilateral Investment Treaty Agreement (BIT/BITA)?2.1 India’s BITs3 What are the benefits of Bilateral Investment Treaties (BITs)?4 What are the issues with India’s Approach to Bilateral Investment Treaties (BITs)?5 What corrective steps should be taken?6 Conclusion Introduction India is negotiating Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with several trading… Continue reading Bilateral Investment Treaties (BITs): India’s Approach and Concerns – Explained, pointwise

Forest rights and heritage conservation

Source– The post is based on the article “Forest rights and heritage conservation” published in The Hindu on 26th December 2022. Syllabus: GS3- Environment conservation Relevance– Issues related to protected areas News– The article explains the issues of rights of people in protected areas in Karnataka. It also explains the status of  implementation of the… Continue reading Forest rights and heritage conservation

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