Synopsis: Lack of firefight and planning are the main reasons responsible for the current Covid vaccine shortage crisis. The center needs to put in some extra efforts to address the challenges. What are the reasons for the current Covid crisis? First, the delayed decision to make the vaccine available in the open market. Though now… Continue reading Reason behind Covid Vaccine Shortage Crisis
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Use of CT scan for testing Covid is not Correct
Synopsis: The available data and the risk factors suggest that the widespread use of CT scans in diagnosing infectious diseases needs to be sidelined. Background There are mainly three reasons why tests in clinical medicine are performed. Diagnosis: To identify the disease Etiognosis: To identify the causative factor of the disease. Prognosis: To find out… Continue reading Use of CT scan for testing Covid is not Correct
Poor State of Delhi Prisons Demand Urgent Attention
Synopsis: The condition of Delhi prisons has become immensely poor amidst the second wave of Covid 19. They have exceeded their sanctioned capacity and are on the verge of becoming hotspots for mass infections. Considering this, the government should take effective measures for decongesting prisons. Contents1 Background:2 Steps taken for Decongest prisons:3 Challenges in decongesting… Continue reading Poor State of Delhi Prisons Demand Urgent Attention
Frequent Hospital Fires during COVID Time in India- Cause and Way forward
Synopsis – The hospital system in India has been overwhelmed by the heavy patient load and arrangement for the pandemic. It has increased their vulnerability to fire. Introduction– Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic and mismanagement, the hospital system is becoming over stressed, resulting in frequent fire incidents. Since last August, more than 93 people have… Continue reading Frequent Hospital Fires during COVID Time in India- Cause and Way forward
The Case of EC’s Demand for Restriction on Media
Synopsis: The Election Commission had asked the court to not let the media cover its verbal hearing. It should withdraw its request to recover some of its moral high ground. Introduction The Election Commission of India is a constitutional body that draws its mandate to conduct free and fair elections from Article 324. It has… Continue reading The Case of EC’s Demand for Restriction on Media
West Bengal Housing Industry Regulation Act (WB HIRA) is Unconstitutional: SC
Synopsis: The court struck down the West Bengal Housing Industry Regulation Act (WB HIRA), 2017 as unconstitutional. The court also clarified that the legislations by the Parliament and the state government are on the concurrent list. Introduction: The central government enacted the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act to regulate the Real Estate sector in India.… Continue reading West Bengal Housing Industry Regulation Act (WB HIRA) is Unconstitutional: SC
Impact of the Pandemic on India’s foreign Policy
Synopsis: The consequences of the Covid 19 pandemic second wave have far-reaching strategic implications on India’s Foreign policy. What are the likely impacts on India’s foreign policy? First, India’s Supremacy at the regional level (in South Asia) will decline in the future. India’s traditional primacy in the region was built on a mix of material… Continue reading Impact of the Pandemic on India’s foreign Policy
Government’s Apathy towards Migrant communities
Synopsis: The government is not showing any Apathy towards Migrant communities to address the challenges faced by them. It is despite their increased vulnerability to the shocks in the economy. Contents1 Background2 About Migrants3 What are the challenges faced by the migrant population?4 What needs to be done? Background The second wave of the Pandemic… Continue reading Government’s Apathy towards Migrant communities
New Malaria Vaccine Can be a Game Changer in Curtailing Malaria
Synopsis: Phase 2b clinical trials of R21/Matrix M (a new malaria vaccine) have shown the efficacy of 77%. It is a new version of RTS, S — another candidate against malaria. Experts believe that this new version could be a game-changer in curtailing the spread of malaria across the globe, especially during pandemic times. Contents1… Continue reading New Malaria Vaccine Can be a Game Changer in Curtailing Malaria
Opportunities in India-UK relations
Synopsis: Through this article, we will discuss the contentious issue hampering India-UK relations as well as possible opportunities of convergence for mutual development. Background India- Britain summit is set to take place digitally. The two leaders are expected to announce a 10-year roadmap to transform the bilateral relationship that will cover a range of areas.… Continue reading Opportunities in India-UK relations
