Editorial Analysis
Role of Modern Technologies in India’s Affordable Housing
In the interim Budget 2024, the Finance Minister announced the construction of two crore additional houses over the next five years under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Gramin (PMAY-G) and the introduction of a new housing scheme for the middle class.
Panchayats as Self-Governing Institutions
There is a growing recognition of the crucial link between local governance, development, and gender equality.
Rise of ‘Intelligence Diplomacy’ in a time of Security Challenges
Three major events drew attention to the expanding Indian diplomatic footprint.
Meritocracy in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Syllabus: GS2/Governance/GS 3/S&T In Context About Meritocracy Significance Impact of AI on Meritocracy Conclusion and Way Forward Mains Practice Question[Q] Recalibrating meritocracy in the face of Artificial Intelligence(AI) advancements demands a sophisticated understanding of the interplay between technology and societal structures. Discuss
SC Strikes Down Electoral Bonds Scheme
The Supreme Court struck down the electoral bonds scheme, which provides blanket anonymity to financial contributions to political parties,
Menstrual Leave and Gender Gap
The recent demand for the Paid leave for menstruation may create awareness on the subject but could end up widening the gender gap.
India Joins the Race for Lithium Reserves
Syllabus :GS 1/Resources /GS3/Economy In News It has been observed that India’s lithium discovery could transform the country . About Lithium Reserves : The US Geological Survey has estimated the global resources of lithium at 98 million tonnes (mt) in 2022. Importance for India Challenges and Concerns Steps of India Conclusion and Way Forward […]
Need for New Business Models for Payments Banks
Syllabus :GS 3/Economy In Context The RBI’s recent supervisory action on Paytm Payments Bank has sent ripples across fintechs About Payments banks Scenario In India Importance Challenges faced by Payments Banks Conclusion and Way Forward Mains Practice Question [Q] Payments banks are a step in the right direction to bring India’s unbanked and underserved segments into […]
A Global Alliance to Bridge the Gender Equity Gap
Syllabus: GS 1/Women Empowerment Context About the Alliance Importance of Alliance Achieving Gender Parity is Considered Important for Several Reasons Present Scenario in India– There has been an increase in India’s female labour force participation rate, from 23.3% in 2017-18 to 37% in 2022-23 (data from the annual Periodic Labour Force Surveys). – Female enrolment in […]
