News: Chief Justice of India NV Ramana, in a recent event, expressed worry about how news and views are being mixed together in today’s time. He also talked about the “recent trend to sermonise about judgments, and villainise judges” The article urges the judiciary to be less prickly (irritable) about criticism, including when not just… Continue reading Judges & journos: CJI is partly right on the media mixing news and views. But judges should be less prickly too
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Medical postgraduates: Omicron’s Here, Doctors Aren’t
News: Omicron is spreading faster than any virus in history. Latest reports from the UK show that patients with Omicron are 50-70% less likely to be admitted to hospital for treatment. However, observations in Europe and the US show that this milder virus could still put pressure on hospitals because of the speed of spread,… Continue reading Medical postgraduates: Omicron’s Here, Doctors Aren’t
Step Motherly? Is the denial of FCRA renewal for the Mother Teresa founded NGO at all justified?
News: Missionaries of Charity (MoC), an NGO founded by Mother Teresa has been denied the renewal of its FCRA registration by the home ministry. It should be noted that the FCRA registration is mandatory for any NGO or association to receive foreign funds or donations. MHA is the controlling authority of FCRA, and it conducts… Continue reading Step Motherly? Is the denial of FCRA renewal for the Mother Teresa founded NGO at all justified?
Why cloud seeding is no longer being seen as an option to clear Delhi’s air
Contents1 What is the news?2 Why the decision to drop the idea of cloud seeding?3 What is the way forward?4 About Cloud Seeding What is the news? According to a document from the Central Pollution Control Board, weather conditions, such as low moisture levels in the capital during the winter, are unsupportive of cloud seeding… Continue reading Why cloud seeding is no longer being seen as an option to clear Delhi’s air
India Israel ties no longer just a close friendship
News: India and Israel are going to celebrate 30 years of diplomatic relations in the year 2022. India has described its relationship with Israel as a multifaceted strategic partnership, which now includes negotiations on a free trade agreement as well. What are the various areas of cooperation b/w India and Israel? Technology: Israel is the… Continue reading India Israel ties no longer just a close friendship
Sunderbans plantation: Shield against cyclones but obstruction for animals?
Contents1 What is the news?2 Why an emphasis on development of Mangroves?3 What are the challenges?4 What is the way forward?5 About Sajnekhali Wildlife Sanctuary What is the news? West Bengal’s move to develop mangroves in the Sunderbans is obstructing animal movement in the forest. Background: South 24 Parganas district administration had earlier this year… Continue reading Sunderbans plantation: Shield against cyclones but obstruction for animals?
Has India turned into a barricade nation
News: A division bench of the Delhi high court has sought an explanation from the police regarding the deployment of barricades. Petition also seeks the removal of “unnecessary and hazardous” mobile barricades. How barricading affects the civil liberties? Round the year a lot of commuters lose their lives by crashing into barricades placed on the… Continue reading Has India turned into a barricade nation
On Omicron: Before the third wave
News: It is clear that Omicron variant is present within the community and is spreading rapidly. Although, the symptoms from the Omicron variant are mild and rarely result in death, the fact that many infections are said to be asymptomatic is a concern. This situation, therefore, demands renewed efforts to contain, and the vaccine policy… Continue reading On Omicron: Before the third wave
Sleepwalking into Chinese control of critical tech
News: ISRO has signed an agreement with Chinese smart device manufacturer Oppo to work towards providing NavIC (Navigation with Indian Constellation) messaging services in mobile phones. This has wide implications for the national and cybersecurity in the country as there will be huge exchange of data and technical information through this collaboration. What are… Continue reading Sleepwalking into Chinese control of critical tech
Will India Pay For RBI’s Hurry?
News: The RBI, in Mar 2020, issued guidelines prohibiting merchants (including all e-commerce websites, streaming platforms) and payment aggregators (such as Razorpay and Instamojo) from storing customer card information. These will come into effect from 1st Jan 2021. In September 2021, an alternative to the current system was permitted. The alternative system is called Card-on-file… Continue reading Will India Pay For RBI’s Hurry?
