The significance of the rise in India’s petroleum product exports to the EU

GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Indian Economy and issues relating to Planning, Mobilization of Resources   Source: IE  Context: India’s petroleum product exports to the EU have increased considerably over the past months as the region reduces imports of refined products from Russia, due to the war in Ukraine.   Background: India is a major refiner …

IPES report highlights global hunger crisis amid high debt

GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Issues relating to Poverty and Hunger   Source: DTE Context: According to a special report by the IPES-Food, at least 21 countries were nearing catastrophic levels of both debt distress and rising hunger in 2022. International Panel of Experts on Sustainable Food Systems (IPES-Food): Since 2015, this diverse and independent panel …

A chance for India to shape a data governance regime

GS Paper 2  Syllabus: Important aspects of governance and accountability, e-governance (applications)   Source: TH Context: India’s G-20 presidency has provided an opportunity for the country to ensure that its digital strategies and data governance are inclusive, transparent, secure and conducive to sustainable development.   Background: In recent years, India has made great strides in …