The Possible Ways to Get Logistics at ease
Context Relevance GS Paper 3: Infrastructure Mains Question Better logistics are required in a modern economy with a complex supply chain. India has one of the least efficient logistics systems in the world. How can the logistics in India be improved? Discuss. (250 Words) About Logistics Logistics policy is required. About National Logistics Policy (NLP) […]
What is Bharat Pravah?
Context: Recently, the Ministry of Shipping, Waterways, and Ports has launched ‘Bharat Pravah-India along its Shores’, an initiative to highlight the significance and imagery of rivers, ports, and shipping in everyday life through a series of nationwide events. Relevance: GS III: Infrastructure Dimensions of the Article: What is Bharat Pravah? Themes: Important Points related to […]
Etalin Hydroelectric Project
Context: The Forest Advisory Committee (FAC) has recently asked the Arunachal Pradesh Government to review the Etalin hydropower project. Relevance: GS III: Infrastructure Dimensions of the Article: About Etalin Hydroelectric Project (EHEP): Forest Advisory Committee (FAC) Idu-Mishmi Tribe: Dibang River: Concerns Raised Around the Etalin Hydel Project: Environmental Impact: Displacement of Local Communities: Impact on […]
India Requires A Mindset Shift To Improve Road Safety
Context Relevance GS Paper-2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors. GS Paper-3: Infrastructure financing and Capital markets, role of financing institutions. Mains Question The increased cases of road accidents in India call for a dire action plan of addressing road safety issues and accountability fixing at every level. Discuss (250 words) A Quick Look […]
Vande Bharat Express
Focus: Indigenization of technology Why in News? The Prime Minister flagged off the Vande Bharat Express, connecting Howrah to New Jalpaiguri via video conferencing. About Vande Bharat 2: About Vande Bharat Express:
About Asian Development Bank
Focus: GS II- Inter Groupings Why in News? Recently, The Government of India and Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed a $125 million loan to develop climate-resilient sewage collection and treatment, and drainage and water supply systems in three cities in the state of Tamil Nadu. About Asian Development Bank (ADB):
Surpassing China and Creating Mass Prosperity
Context Relevance GS Paper 2: population and associated issues, poverty and developmental issues, urbanization, their problems and their remedies Mains Question By 2023, India is expected to overtake China as the most populous country (UN report). Discuss the policies and other efforts made by the government in the past to deal with India’s population explosion. […]
Possibility of Attracting Global Investment
Context Gita Gopinath recently highlighted our opportunity to attract global investment in an interview, but we must lower trade barriers and promise policy stability if India is to become the world’s next megafactory. Relevance: GS Paper -3: Economic Development and Growth; Trade and Investment; Infrastructure. Mains Questions What are the major trade and manufacturing concerns […]
Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant
Context: Critical component for Kudankulam nuclear reactor tested successfully. Relevance: GS-III: Industry and Infrastructure Dimensions of the Article: Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant Nuclear power by country Nuclear Power Plants in India India’s Nuclear Energy Program: Three-Stage Programme Stage one Second stage Third stage -Source: The Hindu
Kerala’s SilverLine Project
Context: In view of the inordinate delay in getting the final approval for the SilverLine project from the Centre, the Kerala government has decided to redeploy the revenue officials deputed for land acquisition for the project in 11 districts to other essential projects. Relevance: GS-III: Industry and Infrastructure (Infrastructure- Roads, Railways etc.) Dimensions of the […]