Synopsis: Despite several reforms, Railways is facing financial distress. This article highlights the issues and suggests solutions for financial distress in Railways. Recent developments In 2016, the Railway Budget was merged with the General Budget. Earlier, Railways had a separate Budget. The Dedicated Freight Corridor will be operational by 2022. It includes The Western Dedicated… Continue reading Financial distress in Railways : Reasons and Way Forward
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Issue of Women’s rights in India
Synopsis: March 8 is celebrated as International Women’s Day. While celebrating it, we also need to look back at how women’s rights upheld by the state in the last years. Background: 8th march is being celebrated as International Women’s Day. It is celebrated to commemorate the struggles of women factory workers. It was first organised… Continue reading Issue of Women’s rights in India
Indian Diaspora in US and its Impacts on India- US Relations
Synopsis: The stature of the Indian diaspora in the US is growing. It will have a significant impact on India-US relations. Significance of Indian Diaspora in the US Indian-Americans are the second-largest immigrant community in the US(4 million-plus). They are considered as one of the most influential groups in the US. and they have played a… Continue reading Indian Diaspora in US and its Impacts on India- US Relations
India’s Space Sector: Initiatives and Issues
Synopsis: ISRO should take advantage of the market opportunities in the India space sector. Introduction Brazil’s Amazonia-1 satellite was launched last week from Sriharikota. It was the first dedicated commercial mission of NewSpace India Limited (NSIL). NSIL is a two-year-old commercial arm of the Department of Space. Initiatives by India for promotion of Space sector… Continue reading India’s Space Sector: Initiatives and Issues
Cyber Attacks in India and Institutional arrangements for Cybersecurity
Synopsis: India’s Critical Infrastructure is vulnerable to Cyberattacks from foreign countries. India needs to upgrade its Institutional arrangements for Cybersecurity. Background Recently, The New York Times reported that China is threatening India through Cyber-attacks. It raised the possibility that the power outage in Mumbai (on October 13 2020) could have been an attack by a… Continue reading Cyber Attacks in India and Institutional arrangements for Cybersecurity
Appointment of Police officers for Prison Management
Synopsis: The appointment of Police officers for Prison management is not right. It is against strengthening the criminal justice system. Background Recently, the Uttarakhand government issued a notification to post IPS officers as superintendents of Prisons. A PIL has been filed against the government’s decision before the Uttarakhand High Court. What are the reasons for Posting… Continue reading Appointment of Police officers for Prison Management
Judiciary’s inconsistency in dealing with cases of Personal liberty
Synopsis: The recent rulings of the judiciary have defended the personal liberty of citizens. However, there are many instances where the judiciary failed to uphold liberty. What are the recent rulings? The following rulings highlight the role of judiciary as the first line of defence against the deprivation of the liberty of citizens. First, in… Continue reading Judiciary’s inconsistency in dealing with cases of Personal liberty
Issues in the Process of Spectrum Auction
Synopsis: The government should revisit spectrum auction formats, unrealistic pricing, regulatory norms. Introduction The telecommunications’ spectrum auction successfully held in India recently. The winning bids in the auction collectively outdid the government’s own low expectations for receipts from the sale of airwaves. The three largest telecom service providers bought only essential airwaves. They bought it… Continue reading Issues in the Process of Spectrum Auction
Consequences of Yemen Civil war
Synopsis- Joe Biden declared that the US will no longer back the Saudi-led military campaign in Yemen. Yemen Civil war resulted in the loss of thousands of lives and a humanitarian crisis. A reconciliation is urgently required. Background of Yemen civil war- The civil war between the Yemeni government and Iran-backed Houthi rebels began in 2014.… Continue reading Consequences of Yemen Civil war
Critical Evaluation of Draft National Policy on Migrant workers
Synopsis: NITI Aayog has released a draft National Policy on migrant workers. Though it is well-intentioned, it fails to address the policy misrepresentations which is at the root of migrant workers’ issues. Introduction The suffering of migrant workers during the pandemic raised awareness about their scale, vulnerability, and role in the economy. It also led… Continue reading Critical Evaluation of Draft National Policy on Migrant workers
