Synopsis: Peace Between India and Pakistan is essential for the transformation of South Asia. Contents1 Introduction 2 How will peace with Pakistan help in transforming South Asia?3 How can India make a difference to the SAARC?4 Way forward Introduction The Director Generals of Military Operations of India and Pakistan agreed to strictly observe ceasefire agreements between… Continue reading Need of Peace Between India and Pakistan
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Freedom of navigation operation (FONOP) in Indian waters
Synopsis: The U.S. Navy’s FONOP in India’s EEZ highlights the difference in the Indian and American perception on international maritime law (UNCLOS). Background Recently, the USS John Paul Jones carried out freedom of navigation operations (FONOP) in the west of the Lakshadweep Islands. It lies in India’s exclusive economic zone. It was done without requesting… Continue reading Freedom of navigation operation (FONOP) in Indian waters
Ambiguities Over the Status of Rohingyas in India
Synopsis: India has shown an ambiguous stance over the status of Rohingyas in India. This has created some complexities, thus it desires alteration as per international law. Contents1 Background:2 Stand of different Stakeholders over the status of Rohingyas :3 Ambiguous Stance of India:4 How has India been able to maintain this ambiguity?5 Issues with Deportation… Continue reading Ambiguities Over the Status of Rohingyas in India
Violation of India’s Exclusive Economic Zone by US Navy
Synopsis – Recently, the US Navy challenged India’s maritime rights in the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) near Lakshadweep Islands. It called India’s claim excessive and its actions as per the freedom of navigation. Introduction Recently, a move by the US navy came as a surprise to India. It is a surprise, especially after two successful… Continue reading Violation of India’s Exclusive Economic Zone by US Navy
Need for a robust Personal Data Protection Bill
Synopsis: Some concerns in the draft Personal Data Protection Bill, 2019 needs to be addressed to make it more effective. Background After the Pandemic, many people are participating in the digital economy. For example, online purchase of groceries, telemedicine, e-education, etc., During the same period, the number of personal data breaches from major digital service… Continue reading Need for a robust Personal Data Protection Bill
NYAY Scheme: Significance of Cash Transfer Schemes
Synopsis: Congress has promised the revival of the NYAY scheme in its Kerala manifesto. This cash transfer scheme could have been beneficial during the lockdown. Introduction The NYAY Scheme has become more relevant in today’s age and time of the Pandemic crisis. This scheme offers a monthly transfer of ₹6,000 to homes living below the… Continue reading NYAY Scheme: Significance of Cash Transfer Schemes
Increasing Importance of Indo-Pacific for EU
Synopsis: Europe is ready for a new Indo-Pacific relationship. The new EU and Indo-Pacific relationship are mutually beneficial. Further, the EU can aid the Indo-Pacific region to become globally competitive. Contents1 Introduction:2 The European involvement in the Indo-Pacific:3 Advantages for EU engaging with Indo-Pacific:4 Upcoming engagement of EU in Indo-Pacific: Introduction: When the global economy… Continue reading Increasing Importance of Indo-Pacific for EU
Refugee problem in India and its solutions
Synopsis: By introducing appropriate legal and institutional measures India has to solve the issue of the refugee problem in India. Contents1 Introduction2 What refugee problems India have?3 Should India become a part of the refugee convention?4 Suggestion to improve the Refugee situation in India: Introduction The fleeing Myanmar citizens were turned away at the Indian… Continue reading Refugee problem in India and its solutions
Why India should avoid Carbon Neutrality targets?
Synopsis: India must reject carbon neutrality as it would lead India into a low-development trap. Background Achieving carbon neutrality by midcentury is conceived as a scientific approach to limit temperature rise by 2°C According to the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit(ECIU), nearly 32 countries had declared their intention to achieve carbon-neutral status by 2050. Many… Continue reading Why India should avoid Carbon Neutrality targets?
Strengthening the National small savings schemes
Synopsis: The government need to implement the recommendation of high-level committees in determining the interest rate of small savings schemes Contents1 Background2 Types of Small saving schemes in India3 Significance of Small Saving schemes;4 What is the way forward? Background Recently, the government notified on reducing the interest rates on National small savings schemes. However,… Continue reading Strengthening the National small savings schemes
