History, the standoff, and policy worth rereading
In the changing circumstances, there is a need for recalibration of foreign policy when dealing with China. This article draws… Continue reading History, the standoff, and policy worth rereading
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Issues with the ordinances on agriculture
Following the announcement of reforms in the agri-sector, the government issued ordinances to make good on its promise. These ordinances… Continue reading Issues with the ordinances on agriculture
What makes Himalayan tourism spots vulnerable to landslides?
This newscard talks about the city of Dharamshala where landslides occur frequently. Practice question for mains: Q.“Himalayan region is more… Continue reading What makes Himalayan tourism spots vulnerable to landslides?
How ‘Vaccine Nationalism’ could block vulnerable populations’ access to COVID-19 vaccines
Hundreds of COVID-19 vaccine candidates are currently being developed. Many countries are securing priority access to doses of COVID-19 vaccine.… Continue reading How ‘Vaccine Nationalism’ could block vulnerable populations’ access to COVID-19 vaccines
What is Axone?
A movie named Axone — also spelt akhuni —soya bean dish of Nagaland has been recently released. The traditional ‘Axone’… Continue reading What is Axone?
“Assessment of Climate Change over the Indian Region” Report
The Union Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) has released the “Assessment of Climate Change over the Indian Region” Report. This… Continue reading “Assessment of Climate Change over the Indian Region” Report
COVID Isolation Coaches and their deployment
The Union govt. has declared that 500 COVID isolation coaches would be deployed in Delhi. So far, over 5,000 coaches… Continue reading COVID Isolation Coaches and their deployment
What explains the new mark crosses by our Forex reserves
At first, it seems almost contradictory. And so it is. Our foreign exchange reserves touched new high of $500 billion… Continue reading What explains the new mark crosses by our Forex reserves
What lies behind China’s assertion in Ladakh
The latest stand-off in Ladakh triggered a debate over the reasons for Chinese actions. While many attribute it to India’s… Continue reading What lies behind China’s assertion in Ladakh
Why South China Sea matters to India
What happens in the South China Sea has bearing on India. So far, the U.S. played a major role in… Continue reading Why South China Sea matters to India
SIPRI Report on Nuclear Stockpiles
All nations that have nuclear weapons continue to modernize their nuclear arsenals, while India and China increased their nuclear warheads… Continue reading SIPRI Report on Nuclear Stockpiles
The need for an anti-discrimination law
India has a unique distinction of being a democracy without comprehensive legislation to back the constitutional right of equality. This… Continue reading The need for an anti-discrimination law
Skill University
This article highlights the utility of skill education in India. There are several benefits in its adoption. But it would… Continue reading Skill University
Ninth Schedule of Indian Constitution
read: [Burning Issue] SC judgement on Reservation not being a Fundamental Right
GST on processed food items
A recent GST ruling sparked off the debate with the Authority for Advance Rulings (AAR, Karnataka Bench) suggesting parottas would… Continue reading GST on processed food items
AarogyaPath Platform for the Healthcare Supply Chain
AarogyaPath Platform has been recently launched to provide real-time availability of critical healthcare supplies. Possible prelims question: Q. The AarogyaPath… Continue reading AarogyaPath Platform for the Healthcare Supply Chain
Digital surveillance for Covid could do more harm than good
Two issues are examined in detail in this article. The first is about the lack of legal framework in India.… Continue reading Digital surveillance for Covid could do more harm than good
Tracking the epidemic
This article suggests the innovative indicators for the classification of areas. Also, the need for decentralisation of science and governance… Continue reading Tracking the epidemic
MOOC can’t be the substitute for learning in the classroom
Massive open online courses (MOOC) could not be panacea for the problems education faces. It can’t be the replacement for… Continue reading MOOC can’t be the substitute for learning in the classroom
Sahakar Mitra Scheme
The Union Ministry for Agriculture has launched Sahakar Mitra: Scheme on Internship Programme (SIP). Note: Article 19 states that the… Continue reading Sahakar Mitra Scheme
