Synopsis: India’s vaccination strategy lacks a few important steps and needs immediate action. Introduction: Recently the Drug Controller General of India formally approved another vaccine candidate(Sputnik V). This vaccine is approved under emergency use authorisation. India’s vaccination strategy: So far, India’s vaccination strategy relied almost entirely on Covishield. The other vaccine Covaxin so far has… Continue reading India’s vaccination strategy needs a course correction
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Issues and Challenges facing BIMSTEC Organisation
Synopsis: Recently, the 17th BIMSTEC Ministerial Meeting held. In this article, we will discuss the progress, issues, and challenges concerning the BIMSTEC organisation. Background Recently, the 17th BIMSTEC Ministerial Meeting held online. The foreign ministers of BIMSTEC (the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) were the participants. About BIMSTEC Initially, BIMSTEC… Continue reading Issues and Challenges facing BIMSTEC Organisation
Issues in the MTP Amendment Bill
Synopsis: The Medical Termination of Pregnancy or MTP Amendment bill is a step forward in recognising the rights of women. But it is not a giant leap. Introduction: The 1971 Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act aims to reduce the maternal mortality ratio due to unsafe abortions in India. The amendments made a few significant… Continue reading Issues in the MTP Amendment Bill
Backchannel Diplomacy Between India and Pakistan
Synopsis: The recent developments in India and Pakistan relation suggest that there is ongoing backchannel diplomacy since 2020. Developments in India- Pakistan Relations indicating backchannel diplomacy Important developments took place between India and Pakistan. It suggests the functioning of an ongoing backchannel talk. First, India-Pakistan agreement to follow Ceasefire reached by India-Pakistan border commanders at… Continue reading Backchannel Diplomacy Between India and Pakistan
Talks on Iran Nuclear Deal Resumes
Synopsis – The Joint Commission of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) [Iran nuclear deal] resumed talks. The lifting of sanctions on Iran and nuclear implementation measures are on top of the agenda. Background- In 2018, former US President Donald Trump unilaterally withdrew from the Iran Nuclear Deal. Further, it imposed sanctions on Iran… Continue reading Talks on Iran Nuclear Deal Resumes
Need of Peace Between India and Pakistan
Synopsis: Peace Between India and Pakistan is essential for the transformation of South Asia. Introduction The Director Generals of Military Operations of India and Pakistan agreed to strictly observe ceasefire agreements between the two countries. This matched with the Pakistani PM’s statement that Pakistan’s only issue is Kashmir, and it can only be fixed through… Continue reading Need of Peace Between India and Pakistan
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. Background: It is assumed that the Supreme Court(SC) has implicitly accepted the center’s view that Rohingya in India are illegal immigrants. The belief is based on the court’s… 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
