Half of Asia’s population depends on water that flows from Himalayan glaciers—not only for drinking and other household needs but, more importantly, for agriculture. For thousands of years, the runoff from those glaciers has been replenished each year by ice buildup in the mountains. But right now they’re melting at a much faster rate than … Continue reading Climate Change & Food Sustainability
COVID 19 & Indo-China Relations
The year 2020 marks the 70th anniversary of India-China diplomatic ties which have been tumultuous, competitive yet cordial for the most part of the last seven decades. What is the immediate future of India-China relations post the coronavirus pandemic? Have the Wuhan meetings led to a substantial change in dynamics as is claimed or is … Continue reading COVID 19 & Indo-China Relations
India’s Defence Manufacturing Sector
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=107&v=PJOlWtEk80k&feature=emb_logo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCrH7bVzXMI&feature=emb_logo Foreign vendors provide for more than 50% of defence equipment procured. This offers a huge opportunity for import substitution. Favourable government policy which promotes self-reliance, indigenisation, and technology upgradation has been adopted. The policies also aim at achieving economies of scale, including the development of capabilities, for exports in the defence sector. MAKE … Continue reading India’s Defence Manufacturing Sector
COVID 19 – Containment Strategy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmX-_LqrrAY COVID 19 has had a significant impact on almost all the countries of the world. In these testing times, the primary focus of all the governments is to contain the spread of the disease as the virus has the capability to spread at a very fast pace. Watch this video for an analysis of … Continue reading COVID 19 – Containment Strategy
Important Data/Facts – Defence Sector
Percentage of GDP spent on defence in 2020-21 - 2.1% of estimated GDP. India has the second largest armed force in the world. India has 15% share in global arms imports. In 2020-21, the Ministry of Defence has been allocated Rs 4,71,378 crore. This includes expenditure for salaries of armed forces and civilians, pensions, … Continue reading Important Data/Facts – Defence Sector
COVID 19 – Impact on Economy
In a highly volatile session, equity indices on Friday erased most of their losses in afternoon trade as markets rebounded from record lows. The benchmark BSE sensex and the broader NSE Nifty plunged over 10 per cent, hitting their lower circuit limits, within the first 15 minutes of opening of the session. The steep dive … Continue reading COVID 19 – Impact on Economy
Defense Export/Import
Practice Questions: What steps have been taken by the government of India to streamline the process of defense procurement in India? - 150 words The defense manufacturing sector in India has a huge export potential. Do you agree? Highlight the advantages of the effective utilization of India's defense export potential. - 250 words. Stockholm International … Continue reading Defense Export/Import
The Big Picture – Coronavirus & Digital Solution
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wwm3Kvul3Xc Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asked people to share technology-driven solutions for coronavirus. In a tweet, PM Modi said, a lot of people have been sharing technology-driven solutions for COVID-19. Prime Minister urged them to share it on citizen engagement platform MyGov saying the efforts can help many. The Pm said, innovation should … Continue reading The Big Picture – Coronavirus & Digital Solution
Contributions by Government Institutions
Various government institutions are involved in the process of finding means to cushion the impact of COVID-19: 1. Indian Council of Medial Research (ICMR) – The ICMR is at the fore-front of finding short-term and long-term solutions to tackle the COVID-19 pandemic. The ICMR has been continuously issuing advisories, notifications and guidelines to hospitals and the public … Continue reading Contributions by Government Institutions
Coronavirus and the Future of the Workplace in India | Amitabh Kant
As India witnesses a rigorous lockdown of over 80 cities and districts in the country, including the national capital, there is increasing reliance on technology to contain the spread of the Coronavirus pandemic. With most offices switching to teleworking or 'work from home', can we posit the Indian workforce as rapidly moving towards a more … Continue reading Coronavirus and the Future of the Workplace in India | Amitabh Kant
