by rohit | Apr 9, 2025 | Courses
BIMSTEC at the Crossroads, Turning Vision into Reality Why in News? The 6th summit of BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) was held in Bangkok on April 4, 2025. While it showcased a clear vision for the future, the...
by rohit | Apr 9, 2025 | Courses
India’s Strategy Amid Rising US Tariffs, A Push for Trade Resilience Why in News? The re-emergence of high tariffs under US policy — initiated during former President Donald Trump’s tenure — has shaken global trade dynamics. As the US imposes “reciprocal” tariffs,...
by rohit | Apr 9, 2025 | Courses
Reducing GDP Discrepancies, A Case for GST-Based Estimation Reform Why in News? India’s gross domestic product (GDP) estimation methods have drawn increasing scrutiny due to significant discrepancies between production-side and expenditure-side figures. A recent paper...
by rohit | Apr 9, 2025 | Courses
Starlink India Entry, Revolution or Roadblock in Satellite Internet? Why in News? Starlink Satellite Communications recently joined hands with India’s two telecom giants — Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel — to facilitate entry into India’s highly competitive broadband...
by rohit | Apr 9, 2025 | Courses
Bearish Oil Prices, Strategic Gain for India Amid Global Energy Shifts Why in News? The plunge in global crude oil prices, largely influenced by the Trump administration’s energy policies and market oversupply, is set to benefit large importers like India. However,...
by rohit | Apr 9, 2025 | Courses
A Case for Fair Lok Sabha Seat Allocation, Addressing Regional Disparities After Census Why in News? The upcoming readjustment of Lok Sabha seats based on the new Census has sparked a national debate, especially among southern States like Tamil Nadu and Kerala....
by rohit | Apr 9, 2025 | Courses
India Workforce at a Crossroads, Building a Future-Ready Generation Why in News? The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025 and QS’s World Future Skills Index provide critical insights into India’s workforce preparedness. These reports highlight both...
by rohit | Apr 9, 2025 | Courses
India Aviation Arbitration Still Departs for Foreign Shores Despite Legal Reforms Why in News? Despite the enactment of the Bharatiya Vayuayan Adhiniyam, 2024, which replaces the colonial-era Aircraft Act of 1934, India continues to struggle with resolving aviation...
by rohit | Apr 9, 2025 | Courses
PM Modi Visit to Colombo Strengthens Indo-Lanka Ties Amid Strategic and Regional Challenges Why in News? Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Sri Lanka from April 4 to 6, 2025, marking his first visit since 2019. His trip comes at a critical time following the...
by rohit | Apr 9, 2025 | Courses
Tamil Nadu Ongoing Battle with NEET, Legal Hurdles and the Way Forward for Students Why in News? President Droupadi Murmu has withheld assent for the Tamil Nadu Admission to Undergraduate Medical Degree Courses Bill 2021, reigniting the State’s long-standing...