A mega-science project bound to put India on the map for cutting-edge research

Source– The post is based on the article “A mega-science project bound to put India on the map for cutting-edge research” published in “The Indian Express” on 21st April 2023. Syllabus: GS3- Science and Technology News– Union Cabinet approved the full budget for the LIGO-India mega-science project. It includes the construction, commissioning and joint scientific… Continue reading A mega-science project bound to put India on the map for cutting-edge research

Centre’s interest-free loan facility provides space for states to increase capital expenditure. Will they?

Source– The post is based on the article “Centre’s interest-free loan facility provides space for states to increase capital expenditure. Will they?” published in “The Indian Express” on 21st April 2023. Syllabus: GS3 – Indian Economy – Fiscal Policies News– In recent months, there have been two significant developments relating to state governments’ finances. First,… Continue reading Centre’s interest-free loan facility provides space for states to increase capital expenditure. Will they?

Express View on delay of Consumption Expenditure Surveys, census: Let data flow

Source: The post is based on the article “Express View on delay of Consumption Expenditure Surveys, census: Let data flow” published in the Indian Express on 21st April 2023. Syllabus: GS-2: Important aspects of governance, transparency and accountability. Relevance: About the implications of delaying surveys. News: India’s own census enumeration exercise which was meant to take place… Continue reading Express View on delay of Consumption Expenditure Surveys, census: Let data flow

Why LGBTQIA+ couples should be allowed to adopt

Source: The post is based on the article “Why LGBTQIA+ couples should be allowed to adopt” published in the Indian Express on 20th April 2023. Syllabus: GS – 2: mechanisms, laws, institutions, and Bodies constituted for the protection and betterment of vulnerable sections. Relevance: About the process of adoption by LGBTQIA+ couples. News: Recently, the National Commission… Continue reading Why LGBTQIA+ couples should be allowed to adopt

State of World Population Report, 2023: India’s population to edge ahead of China’s by mid-2023, says U.N.

Source: The post is based on the following articles  – “India’s population to edge ahead of China’s by mid-2023, says U.N.” published in The Hindu on 20th April 2023 – “India becomes world’s most populous nation: What’s behind the population numbers?” published in Indian Express on 20th April 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What… Continue reading State of World Population Report, 2023: India’s population to edge ahead of China’s by mid-2023, says U.N.

Key Supreme Court verdicts that moved the needle on LGBTQ rights in India

Source: The post is based on the article “Key Supreme Court verdicts that moved the needle on LGBTQ rights in India” published in Indian Express on 20th April 2023 Contents1 What is the News?2 What is the case about?3 What has the Supreme Court said on the Centre’s stand on same sex marriage?4 What are… Continue reading Key Supreme Court verdicts that moved the needle on LGBTQ rights in India

For civil services, HR lessons from the military

Source– The post is based on the article “For civil services, HR lessons from the military” published in “The Indian Express” on 20th April 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Role of civil services in a democracy Relevance– Reforma in civil services News– The article explains the need for adopting HR practices from the military to reform civil… Continue reading For civil services, HR lessons from the military

India @75, Looking at 100: Accessibility is for everyone

Source: The post is based on the article “India @75, Looking at 100: Accessibility is for everyone” published in The Indian Express on 19th April 2023. Syllabus: GS 2 – Vulnerable Sections of the Society Relevance: concerns of accessibility with the disadvantaged groups News: The article discusses issues of accessibility with the disadvantaged group and measures needed… Continue reading India @75, Looking at 100: Accessibility is for everyone

IITs need to make science empathetic and inclusive

Source- The post is based on the article “IITs need to make science empathetic and inclusive” published in “The Indian Express” on 19th April 2023. Syllabus: GS2- Issues related to development and management of education Relevance– Issues faced by institutions of higher education in India News– The IITs are in the news again for a… Continue reading IITs need to make science empathetic and inclusive

Express View: A campus that is safe and free

Source: The post is based on the article “A campus that is safe and free” published in the Indian Express on 19th April 2023. Syllabus: GS – 2: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Education. Relevance: About DU’s advisory for students. News: Recently, the University of Delhi has issued a 17-point advisory to… Continue reading Express View: A campus that is safe and free

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