Welcome write-off: Acknowledging failure of 116 projects is the first step

Source: The post is based on an article “Welcome write-off: Acknowledging failure of 116 projects is the first step” published in Business Standard on 8th November 2022. Syllabus: GS 3- Infrastructure News: A report from the NITI Aayog has recommended the removal of 116 infrastructure projects from the overall project-monitoring system. These public funded projects have not been… Continue reading Welcome write-off: Acknowledging failure of 116 projects is the first step

Regulation could help ONDC counter an e-com duopoly

Source– The post is based on the article “Regulation could help ONDC counter an e-com duopoly” published in the mint on 8th November 2022. Syllabus: GS3- Economy Relevance– E-commerce News- The article explains the concept of Open Network for Digital Commerce proposed by the government to counter the platform power of e-commerce majors. What is… Continue reading Regulation could help ONDC counter an e-com duopoly

Green Bonds: Benefits and Challenges – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 What are Green Bonds?3 What is the current status of Green Bonds?3.1 Global3.2 India4 What are the benefits of Green Bonds?4.1 Issuers4.2 Investors4.3 Other Benefits5 What are the challenges associated with Green Bonds?6 What should be the approach going ahead?7 Conclusion Introduction The Union Ministry of Finance has announced… Continue reading Green Bonds: Benefits and Challenges – Explained, pointwise

What the chip industry and the petroleum sector have in common

Source– The post is based on the article “What the chip industry and the petroleum sector have in common” published in The Indian Express on 7th November 2022. Syllabus: GS3- Economy News- The article explains the similarities between the petroleum and semiconductor industry. What are similarities between the petroleum industry and semiconductor industry? Both industries… Continue reading What the chip industry and the petroleum sector have in common

Tap Diaspora Dollars … Now – on forex reserve issue

Source: The post is based on an article “Tap Diaspora Dollars … Now” published in The Times of India on 7th November 2022. Syllabus: GS 3- Economic Development News: India’s economy is currently facing problems due to the increasing Current Account Deficit (CAD), declining forex reserves, inflation amongst others. Contents1 What are the concerns for Indian economy?2 What… Continue reading Tap Diaspora Dollars … Now – on forex reserve issue

Helicopter accidents in October point to broader concerns

Source: The post is based on an article “Helicopter accidents in October point to broader concerns” published in The Hindu on 7th November 2022. Syllabus: GS 3- Infrastructure Relevance: helicopter accidents In India News: There has been increase in the helicopter accidents in India. According to a report, between 1990 and 2019, more than 150 people lost their lives… Continue reading Helicopter accidents in October point to broader concerns

Moonlighting: Meaning, Benefits and Challenges – Explained, pointwise

For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 What is Moonlighting?3 What factors have enabled Moonlighting?4 What are the arguments in favour of Moonlighting?5 What are the concerns associated with Moonlighting?6 What are the legal provisions regarding Moonlighting?6.1 Judicial View7 What has been the response of various companies regarding Moonlighting?8 What should be be the approach going… Continue reading Moonlighting: Meaning, Benefits and Challenges – Explained, pointwise

About the proposed telecom bill: Do not let a licence raj for apps set India back

Source: The post is based on the article “Do not let a licence raj for apps set India back” published in Livemint on 7th November 2022.  Syllabus: GS 3 – Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc. Relevance: About the proposed telecom bill News: India’s proposed telecom bill could transform how the internet is used in… Continue reading About the proposed telecom bill: Do not let a licence raj for apps set India back

New hope for malaria vaccine: the science, challenges, opportunity

Source: The post is based on the article “New hope for malaria vaccine: the science, challenges, opportunity” published in the Indian Express on 7th November 2022.  Syllabus: GS 3 – Developments and their applications and effects in everyday life. Relevance: About Malaria vaccines and India’s vaccine research. News: Malaria kills nearly 600,000 people every year, the majority… Continue reading New hope for malaria vaccine: the science, challenges, opportunity

About winter pollution in Delhi: Severe policy lapse

Source: The post is based on the following articles “Severe policy lapse-Pollution control needs a holistic approach” published in the Business Standard on 7th November 2022.  “What will finally save us from toxic air isn’t democracy” published in the Livemint on 7th November 2022.  Syllabus: GS 3 – Environmental pollution and degradation. Relevance: About winter pollution in Delhi. News:… Continue reading About winter pollution in Delhi: Severe policy lapse

Blog
Academy
Community