On FTAs with European countries
Posted in Mains C A Economic Development Editorial Analysis GS 2 GS 3 International relations

On FTAs with European countries

The India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) is the latest in India’s recent Free Trade Agreements (FTAs).

The Myanmar conflict is a regional problem
Posted in Mains C A Editorial Analysis GS 2 GS 3 International relations Security

The Myanmar conflict is a regional problem

The recent military coup in Myanmar has brought significant upheaval to the region, impacting neighbouring countries like India.

Cinematograph (Certification) Rules 2024
Posted in Mains C A Governance GS 2

Cinematograph (Certification) Rules 2024

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India, has issued the Cinematograph (Certification) Rules, 2024, aligning with the Cinematograph (Amendment) Act, 2023.

St. Patrick’s Day
Posted in Mains C A Editorial Analysis GS 2 International relations

Looking to the future on St. Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick’s Day 2024 marks the commemoration of 75 years of diplomatic ties between Ireland and India.

High Level committee report on Simultaneous Elections
Posted in Mains C A Constitution | Polity Editorial Analysis GS 2

High Level committee report on Simultaneous Elections

The High-Level Committee (HLC) on One Nation, One Election has submitted its comprehensive report to President Droupadi Murmu, addressing key aspects of simultaneous elections in India.

On judges and bureaucrats joining politics
Posted in Mains C A Aptitude and foundational values Constitution | Polity Editorial Analysis GS 2 GS 4

On judges and bureaucrats joining politics

Recently a Calcutta High Court judge and a senior IPS officer in West Bengal resigned from their posts and joined political parties.

nuclear waste
Posted in Mains C A Economic Development Editorial Analysis GS 3 Science and Technology

How is nuclear waste generated?

This article discusses challenges associated with nuclear waste management, particularly in the context of India’s nuclear power program.

Bengaluru Water Shortage
Posted in Mains C A Disaster and Disaster Management Environment Geography GS 3

Bengaluru Water Shortage

Bengaluru, the third most populated city in India, is experiencing the most severe drinking water shortage in its almost half a millennium existence.

CAA
Posted in GS 2 Constitution | Polity Editorial Analysis

CAA: Issues in the legal challenge to the law

The Centre notified the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) rules just before the announcement of the Lok Sabha elections and the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct.

election campaign spending
Posted in Mains C A Constitution | Polity Editorial Analysis Governance GS 2

We need limits on election campaign spending

Proliferation of election spending has emerged as a pivotal concern, undermining the essence of democratic representation.

Self-Help Groups
Posted in Mains C A Governance GS 2

Self-Help Groups (SHGs)

In India, self-help groups for women have served as catalysts for empowerment, promoting financial self-sufficiency, societal respect, and communal resilience.

India’s suboptimal use of its labour power
Posted in Mains C A Economic Development Editorial Analysis GS 3

India suboptimal use of its labour power

India’s labour market is pivotal to its economic growth, especially in the phase of demographic dividend. However, the majority of the workforce is engaged in low-quality jobs, resulting in the suboptimal utilization of labour.