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Introduction: Professor P.C. Mahalanobis, a renowned statistical pioneer in India, made significant contributions to the field of statistics and survey culture in the country. His establishment of the Indian Statistical Institute and his expertise in handling large-scale data left an indelible mark on India’s statistical landscape. In the era of Big Data, where copious amounts […]

  Introducing the Green Credit Scheme: Incentivizing Environmental Action        Introduction: The Ministry of Environment has unveiled a groundbreaking draft notification presenting the innovative ‘Green Credit Scheme.’ This scheme aims to encourage individuals, communities, and organizations to actively participate in environmental activities such as afforestation, water conservation, waste management, and tackling air pollution. By generating […]

The introduction of Time-of-Day Tariff: A game changer for electricity consumers and the power sector Introduction: The Ministry of Power has recently implemented Time-of-Day (ToD) tariff for electricity, a significant change in the power sector. This article aims to explore the concept of ToD tariff, its impact on consumers, and its importance for the power […]

  Introduction: The recent demand for a separate administration in Manipur has ignited widespread discussions on the sanctity of borders and the territorial integrity of the state. This demand, primarily supported by various Kuki-Zo legislators, has highlighted alleged grievances regarding the Manipur government’s treatment of the Chin-Kuki-Mizo-Zomi hill tribals. In response, Meitei groups advocate for […]

The Impact of the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) on India’s carbon-intensive exports: Trade, Environment, and WTO Considerations Introduction: The European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) has raised concerns in India due to its potential impact on the country’s carbon-intensive exports to the EU. While India criticizes CBAM as protectionist and discriminatory, the […]

Introduction: India is actively exploring the possibility of developing salt cavern-based strategic oil reserves in Rajasthan, which would mark a significant shift from the existing rock cavern-based storage facilities. This feasibility study conducted by Engineers India (EIL) aims to increase the country’s storage capacity and bolster its energy security measures. If successful, the implementation of […]

Introduction: The ongoing water dispute between Iran and Afghanistan over the sharing of resources from the Helmand River has escalated tensions between the two nations. The disagreement primarily revolves around the drying up of Lake Hamun, Iran’s largest freshwater lake, which relies on the Helmand River for its water supply. Despite a historical treaty and […]

Reserve Bank of India’s draft master directions on cyber resilience and digital payment security controls for payment system operators (PSOs) Introduction The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released a draft of the Master Directions on Cyber Resilience and Digital Payment Security Controls for Payment System Operators (PSOs). These directions aim to provide regulatory guidelines […]

 Introduction: The recent circular by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) in June 2022, which omitted the Periodic Table from 10th class textbooks, has sparked a significant debate within academic circles. The revised textbooks, reflecting these changes, have now been released in the market. This article examines the controversy surrounding these alterations […]

Introduction: The S&P Global India Manufacturing PMI reached a 31-month high in May, indicating a significant upswing in business activity. The rise in the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) reflects strong growth in both the manufacturing and service sectors, suggesting an overall positive outlook for the Indian economy. This article examines the key insights from the […]