Synopsis: With the increasing cost-effectiveness in rocket and satellite technologies, more countries and companies are planning more missions to orbit than ever before. This will ultimately result in more space debris that could trigger a mass collision in the future. This calls for countries and corporates to collaborate on the issue. Introduction In March,… Continue reading Long-feared space junk has become an imminent threat
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Douse the farm fire – “Stubble burning Issue”
Synopsis: Despite various measures taken by both, state governments and central government, the issue of stubble burning continue to add to the air pollution in the North India and NCR region. It calls for a fresh relook at the issue. Introduction The stubble burning incidents are expected to increase this time compared to last year,… Continue reading Douse the farm fire – “Stubble burning Issue”
Integrity of insolvency processes: A tough ask
Source: This post is based on the article “Integrity of insolvency processes: A tough ask” published in Live Mint on 2nd September 2021. Syllabus: GS3- Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Relevance: Role of Insolvency bankruptcy code in maintaining the health of financial institutions. Synopsis: Issues hampering the… Continue reading Integrity of insolvency processes: A tough ask
Our banks are mispricing capital and this is simply unsustainable
Source: This post is based on the article “Our banks are mispricing capital and this is simply unsustainable” published in Live Mint on 2nd September 2021. Syllabus: GS3- Indian Economy Relevance: Monetary policy and Economic stability Synopsis: Below-cost lending in India could have economic repercussions beyond the financial burden imposed on bank shareholders. Background We have a situation in India today where… Continue reading Our banks are mispricing capital and this is simply unsustainable
Gauging household income key for microfinance clients
Source: This post is based on the article “Gauging household income key for microfinance clients” published in The Hindu on 2nd September 2021. Syllabus: GS3– Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development Relevance: Credit growth, Micro-Finance Synopsis: An accurate assessment of household-level incomes would avoid instances of over-indebtedness and ensure the long-term stability of the ecosystem. Contents1 Introduction2 What… Continue reading Gauging household income key for microfinance clients
Fleeting cheer (On impact of COVID on GDP and the future scenario)
Source: This post is based on the article “Fleeting cheer” published in The Hindu on 2nd September 2021. Syllabus: GS3 – Economy Relevance: Impact of the pandemic on growth Synopsis: The latest GDP estimates show that national output rebounded in Quarter 1. However, the numbers show a different picture when compared with the pre-pandemic first… Continue reading Fleeting cheer (On impact of COVID on GDP and the future scenario)
Let’s talk land sinks: Are they enough to beat global warming
Source: This post is based on the article “Let’s talk land sinks: Are they enough to beat global warming“ published in Down to Earth on 2nd September 2021. Syllabus: GS3 – Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation, Environmental Impact Assessment. Relevance: Protecting land is important in the fight against global warming. Synopsis: The world is not… Continue reading Let’s talk land sinks: Are they enough to beat global warming
How Israel’s expertise in climate innovation can help India
Source: This post is based on the article “How Israel’s expertise in climate innovation can help India“ posted in The Indian Express on 2nd September 2021. Syllabus: GS3 – Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation, Environmental Impact Assessment Relevance: Lessons from Israel could be used to drive India’s climate actions. Synopsis: In the backdrop of emerging… Continue reading How Israel’s expertise in climate innovation can help India
India must commit to net zero emissions
Source: This post is based on the article “India must commit to net zero emissions” posted in The Hindu on 2nd September 2021. Syllabus: GS3 – Conservation, Environmental Pollution and Degradation, Environmental Impact Assessment. Relevance: Need for India to commit to net zero emissions. Synopsis: While all the major economies and big corporates are shifting… Continue reading India must commit to net zero emissions
Sand and dust storms impact over 500 million in India: Study
Source: This post is based on the article “Sand and dust storms impact over 500 million in India: Study” published in Down to Earth on 1st September 2021. Relevance: Impact of sand and dust storm. Synopsis: More than 500 million people in India and more than 80 per cent of the populations of Turkmenistan, Pakistan,… Continue reading Sand and dust storms impact over 500 million in India: Study
