Source: TOI1, TOI2 Relevance: Issues involved in transitioning from coal-based industries to a clean energy model Synopsis: In light of the recently released IPCC report, it is clear that India needs an energy transition towards cleaner energy sources from the current coal-based scenario, but it must be done in a way which secures an equitable… Continue reading Transition from fossil fuels in India is a matter of politics, communities, federalism & jobs
Tag: gs paper 3
Expiry of safeguard duty: Boon for solar developers, bane for manufacturers
Source: Business Standard Contents1 Synopsis:2 Background:3 About India’s Solar Sector:4 Benefits for Solar project developers:5 Issues for Manufacturers:6 Conclusion: Synopsis: The decision of the center to impose a basic customs duty from April 2022 and the expiration of the existing safeguard guard duty will result in higher solar imports. This move will benefit solar plant… Continue reading Expiry of safeguard duty: Boon for solar developers, bane for manufacturers
Our Harmed Forces: ‘Merit’ Principle Is Dangerous: Don’t let politics enter that domain
Source: TOI Relevance: Selection for top military posts, issues of merit over seniority. Synopsis: The Current system of promotion and advancement employed by the military is fair and based on merit. An analysis of the current system and potential implications of changing it. Contents1 Background2 Significance of a fair promotion system3 Existing methodology4 Current system… Continue reading Our Harmed Forces: ‘Merit’ Principle Is Dangerous: Don’t let politics enter that domain
Why India’s military leaders must have a free and frank discussion on demarcation of air power roles and missions?
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Unresolved issues pertaining to inter-services cooperation of armed forces in India. Synopsis: Indian Air Force is marred by a deep sense of insecurity over tri-service integration and the concept of jointness of armed forces. A historical perspective and a way forward. Contents1 Background2 Historical context3 IAF’s issues with jointness4 Why air-power… Continue reading Why India’s military leaders must have a free and frank discussion on demarcation of air power roles and missions?
ISRO-SAC instrument finds presence of hydroxyl and water molecules on Moon
Source: Indian express Synopsis: The discovery of hydroxyl and water molecules on the moon would help in studying its mineralogy. Background: Chandrayaan-2 has detected the unambiguous presence of hydroxyl and water molecules on the Moon. The findings were confirmed by a paper published in the latest issue of the fortnightly journal Current Science. The paper was… Continue reading ISRO-SAC instrument finds presence of hydroxyl and water molecules on Moon
A circular economy for plastic
Source: The Hindu Relevance: Dealing with plastic waste Synopsis: The Plastic pact model to address plastic pollution is now being brought to India by CII and WWF India. An analysis of the plastic waste issue and solutions offered by plastic pact model. Contents1 Why plastic waste needs to be managed?2 The solution for India3 What… Continue reading A circular economy for plastic
World Indigenous Peoples Day: How net-zero climate goal alienates tribals
Source: DTE Relevance: To analyse the concept of ‘Net-Zero’ emission. Synopsis: With the rising popularity of the ‘Net-Zero’ emission concept, it is time to analyze all its facets. Introduction The impacts of climate change are now visible from melting glaciers to climatological disasters. The polluters can no more deny or dismiss this. But they have… Continue reading World Indigenous Peoples Day: How net-zero climate goal alienates tribals
The shaky foundation of Labor Law Reforms
Source: The Hindu Relevance: To understand the challenges with the recent labour reforms Synopsis: Government sought to reform the labour by bringing long-pending labour reforms. Despite their positives, there are many challenges associated with the labour reforms. Contents1 Introduction2 Issues with the enactment of the bills:3 Government arguments in support of the bills:4 Challenges with… Continue reading The shaky foundation of Labor Law Reforms
Tax certainty is critical if the economy is to attract enough capital
Source: ToI Relevance: Issue of retrospective taxation Synopsis: The repeal of the retrospective tax decision helps to minimize the risk of authorities taking harmful and unpredictable decisions. Contents1 Background2 Introduction3 Adverse impact of Retrospective taxation4 Positives of curb on Retrospective taxation Background Read Here: Retrospective taxation and the Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill – Explained Introduction It… Continue reading Tax certainty is critical if the economy is to attract enough capital
The foreign stimulus
Source: Business Standard Synopsis: Foreign money pouring into the start-up universe may finally provide the stimulus to the economy that the government was unable to provide. This money would help the country to achieve a sustained growth rate of 7% for the coming years. Background: The Indian start-up scene is on fire. In the first six… Continue reading The foreign stimulus
