Synopsis: Separating sex and gender in the country’s biggest socio-economic survey is necessary. Introduction Census data is important as it acts as a base for many other surveys in the country. This is because the census data is a better enumeration of categories of gender. But still, the Census is far from perfect. About the… Continue reading Non Binary genders need more visibility in India’s Census 2021
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Its time for national conversation on how to live with the virus
Synopsis: The goal is not to eliminate the infection, but to reduce sickness and mortality. Introduction This article highlights the impact of Covid on people’s lives and what can be expected in the future. Given that virus is constantly evolving, how we shape our policies is crucial for a healthy society. What are the limitations… Continue reading Its time for national conversation on how to live with the virus
Spirit of federalism lies in the constitution
Synopsis Legislation in a federal setup needs careful consideration while dealing with laws in the concurrent list. Introduction Recently, various State governments raised concerns about Central unilateralism in the enactment of critical laws on subjects in the Concurrent List of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution. This may undermine federal principles in India. What are… Continue reading Spirit of federalism lies in the constitution
A Taliban-led Afghanistan and the Chinese conundrum
Synopsis: This article explains the impact of US exit from Afghanistan on Pakistan and China. Contents1 Introduction2 How Pakistan impacted from the US exit?3 How Chinese benefitted from the US exit?4 Why does China make huge investments in South East Asia and Africa?5 How Afghanistan is different from South East Asian countries? Introduction After postponing… Continue reading A Taliban-led Afghanistan and the Chinese conundrum
Data regulation is undergoing a significant revolution
Synopsis: Technology businesses are most effectively regulated through a judicious mix of law and technology. To regulating technology, we cannot have one without the other. Contents1 Introduction2 How a revolution is going on in data regulation?3 What do these initiatives imply?4 What is India’s approach on data regulation? Introduction At a high-level ministerial meeting recently,… Continue reading Data regulation is undergoing a significant revolution
Inside the unfolding healthtech revolution
Synopsis: Growth of Digitalisation in India is catalysing the growth of innovative Healthtech startups and this gives India an opportunity to address the issues plaguing India’s Public health care. What are the issues plaguing India’s public health care? COVID has put the focus back on India’s inadequate healthcare infrastructure, which has been affected by issues… Continue reading Inside the unfolding healthtech revolution
Grow up, states: CMs should know central resource transfer won’t go up. They must fix their own finances
Synopsis: States have no option but to be fiscally aatmanirbhar. Contents1 Introduction2 How has Fiscal federalism changed over time?3 What is the issue between Centre and States?4 What should be the way forward for the states? Introduction Recently, TN released a white paper that talked about the state fiscal condition is not good and the… Continue reading Grow up, states: CMs should know central resource transfer won’t go up. They must fix their own finances
Carbon neutrality powered by AI
Synopsis: Countries like India, which are leading the adoption of climate change measures, will have to encourage energy companies to embrace higher levels of AI usage. Introduction As the world pushes to mitigate the impact of climate change, it will have to rely much on emerging technologies. The foundational shift of energy transition from fossil-based… Continue reading Carbon neutrality powered by AI
Millets could help India mitigate malnutrition and climate change
Synopsis: India should incentivize the production of millets to enhance food security and score gains on climate resilience. Contents1 Introduction2 How are millets significant for India?3 What steps have been taken by the govt?4 What are the challenges?5 What measures can govt take? Introduction In 2021, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution declaring… Continue reading Millets could help India mitigate malnutrition and climate change
Public sector banks and corporate governance
Synopsis: Issues that are hampering the performance of PSBs, consequences and the way forward. What are the issues affecting the performance of PSBs? Delay in appointments of CEO’s and MD’s of PSSBs: In the recent past, after the MD and CEO of Bank of Baroda stepped down, his successor took charge after 100 days. Whereas,… Continue reading Public sector banks and corporate governance
