India’s medical tourism sector, long supported by affordable and high-quality healthcare, is currently facing disruptions due to escalating tensions in West Asia. Hospitals, including Fortis Healthcare, have reported a decline in international patients by 30%, particularly from the Middle East, plummeting by 75% . Geopolitical uncertainty, airspace restrictions, and rising travel costs have constrained patient… Continue reading Medical Tourism in India- Explained Pointwise
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India as Global Skill Capital: Significance and Challenges – Explained Pointwise
To position India as the Global Skill Capital, the recent partnership between the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and the GATI Foundation acts as a critical bridge. It transforms skilling from a domestic welfare goal into a strategic export engine. Table of Content Definition of Skill Development Strategic Importance of Skill Development for… Continue reading India as Global Skill Capital: Significance and Challenges – Explained Pointwise
US- Iran Conflict- Explained Pointwise
Following recent developments after Operation Epic Fury, the long-running shadow confrontation between the United States and Iran, often involving Israel, has escalated into a direct and high-intensity conflict. This escalation has significantly destabilized the security architecture of West Asia, culminating in the closure of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz and triggering a major global… Continue reading US- Iran Conflict- Explained Pointwise
Custodial Violence in India – Explained Pointwise
6 Police personnel across police stations in Tamil Nadu have been suspended in connection with the custodial death of a 26-year old person named Akash Delison. In a dying declaration recorded by him at hospital a day before his death, he described the severe police torture that he went through. Table of Content What is… Continue reading Custodial Violence in India – Explained Pointwise
Political Empowerment of Women- Significance and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
Today Indian women have moved beyond mere symbolic roles to become powerful influences in shaping electoral results. This has been possible with the support of women-centered policies like Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, and Jan Dhan Yojana empowering them as decision-makers and changemakers. While the turnout of women voters has increased over the… Continue reading Political Empowerment of Women- Significance and Challenges- Explained Pointwise
The Debate on Euthanasia – Explained Pointwise
The Supreme Court of India has recently permitted the withdrawal of life-sustaining treatment for a 32-year old Harish Rana, who has been in a vegetative state since 2013. This is the first ever Indian court order approving passive euthanasia. Table of Content What is Euthanasia? What is the Status of Euthanasia in India? What is… Continue reading The Debate on Euthanasia – Explained Pointwise
Energy Crisis in India – Explained Pointwise
India is currently facing a significant energy crisis primarily triggered by the escalating conflict in West Asia, which has severely disrupted energy supplies through a critical maritime chokepoint (Strait of Hormuz). This external shock has laid bare the country’s underlying structural vulnerabilities, including a heavy dependence on imports and limited strategic reserves. Table of Content… Continue reading Energy Crisis in India – Explained Pointwise
Farm Loan Waiver – Explained Pointwise
The Maharashtra government has announced a Rs 35,000cr waiver scheme last week – which is against the caution & advisories by RBI against farm loan waivers & that could potentially impact credit culture & state finances. Table of Content What is the need for farm loan waiver? What are the arguments in favour of farm… Continue reading Farm Loan Waiver – Explained Pointwise
Obesity in India – Explained Pointwise
The World Obesity Atlas, released last week, estimates that more than 40mn children in India are either overweight or obese. Hence, India now ranks second globally in the number of overweight & obese children. This trend is driven by sedentary lifestyles, urbanisation, and greater access to processed foods. Also, unlike the developed countries where the… Continue reading Obesity in India – Explained Pointwise
Social Media Ban for Children – Explained Pointwise
Karnataka & Andhra Pradesh are set to ban social media for children to prevent the adverse effects of increasing mobile phone use. While the Karnataka proposes to ban the social media for children under-16 years of age, Andhra Pradesh would impose the restriction on children below 13 years. At the global level, Indonesia has also… Continue reading Social Media Ban for Children – Explained Pointwise
