Tele-Law Programme Context: The Tele-Law 2.0 initiative was launched marking the evolution of the Tele-Law program of the Department of Justice, Ministry of Law & Justice. Operating under the DISHA Scheme, this program has reached a momentous achievement of having successfully provided 50 lakh legal […]
Rethink the dynamics of India’s fiscal federalism. Context: The Indian Constitution, tailored as a “holding together federation” with a pro-unitary leaning, emerged as a response to the centrifugal forces and divergent tendencies preceding India’s Independence. Over 73 years, it has exhibited impressive durability. Nonetheless, the […]
Concrete alliance- BRICS found new purpose with expansion; but contradictions too Context: The recent 15th Summit of the BRICS group (Brazil-Russia-India-China-South Africa) in Johannesburg has showcased the global significance of this coalition of emerging economies. The considerable attention it has garnered from across the world […]
Cleantech, for an inclusive green future in India Context: During his recent speech on India’s Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India’s global role in addressing climate change. India’s experience demonstrates that effective climate action is most successful when aligned with the aspirations of […]
MDO (Mine Developer and Operator) mode Context: Pelma to become SECL’s first opencast mine to produce coal under MDO mode. Relevance: GS – 03 (Mineral & Energy Resources, Energy Security) MDO Mode: Revolutionizing Mine Operation The Mine Developer and Operator (MDO) mode represents a fresh […]
Navigating Africa’s Challenges: A Path to Collaboration and Progress Context: Africa’s growing presence on international platforms like BRICS, the G-20, and the United Nations General Assembly has drawn attention to the continent’s complex dynamics. With South Africa as an atypical representative, Africa, comprising 54 countries […]
Driven to tears- Trade curbs on farm products will distort sowing preferences Context: In the face of mounting concerns over a steep 11.5% rise in consumer food prices in July, a move was made by the government to tackle this issue head-on. The recent imposition […]
Government e-Marketplace (GeM) Context: Government e-Marketplace (GeM) has achieved an impressive milestone, crossing INR 1 lakh crore in Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) within a remarkable span of 145 days in the current financial year, FY 2023-24. Relevance: GS – 02, GS – 03 (Growth & […]
On the moon, over the moon Context: In the vast expanse of space, a significant moment emerged on August 23 at 5.40 p.m. It marked the ascent of Chandrayaan-3, a 1.7-tonne amalgamation of metal, plastic, and glass, orbiting around 30 km above the moon. In […]
The U.K.-India relationship is alive with opportunity. Context: The United Kingdom’s unwavering belief in trade as a catalyst for growth and prosperity is evident in its advocacy for fair trade practices at the World Trade Organization. Furthermore, the UK’s pursuit of trade agreements with dynamic […]