Synopsis: CAPF needs a tribunal to provide faster resolution for numerous pending cases. Introduction There have been numerous cases of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) officers overstaying leave. To curb that, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) recently issued orders to “include the provisions of Security Force Court (SFC) as available in the Acts and… Continue reading Needed: A tribunal for CAPF
Author: Durai
Long term Impacts of School Closure – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Recently, a Survey named School Children’s Online and Offline Learning(SCHOOL) was conducted to understand the impact of the prolonged closure of schools due to the pandemic. The survey mentioned that the prolonged School closure at primary and upper primary levels since the onset of the pandemic has led to “catastrophic consequences”… Continue reading Long term Impacts of School Closure – Explained, pointwise
Protect Digital India: About the challenges associated with banning VPNs
Synopsis: Understand the issues associated with banning VPNs. Introduction The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs discovered that VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) might conceivably allow anonymous activity online. So, the committee recommended that the Ministry of Home Affairs collaborate with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to develop a coordination mechanism to block VPNs.… Continue reading Protect Digital India: About the challenges associated with banning VPNs
A Taliban-led Afghanistan and the Chinese conundrum
Synopsis: This article explains the impact of US exit from Afghanistan on Pakistan and China. Introduction After postponing the announcement twice, Taliban spokesmen have said that they expect to have a new government in Afghanistan this week. The Taliban announced this after they captured the Afghan capital Kabul more than three weeks ago. The real… Continue reading A Taliban-led Afghanistan and the Chinese conundrum
Afghan immigrants and India’s refugee policy – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction After the Taliban came to power in Afghanistan, many Afghans, including minorities, are looking for asylum in India. There are already 15,000-18,000 Afghan refugees in India, according to experts. Recently, Afghan immigrants started camping outside the UNHCR office in Delhi, demanding refugee status along with other demands. Earlier, the ethnic… Continue reading Afghan immigrants and India’s refugee policy – Explained, pointwise
Delhi government shouldn’t congratulate itself on CCTV coverage
Synopsis: Rather than deterring crime, the surveillance projects compromise women’s safety and the liberties of all citizens. Introduction Recently the Delhi government has reported that Delhi beat cities like Shanghai, New York and London with the most CCTV cameras per square mile across the world. The government has also mentioned that Delhi has 1,826 CCTVs… Continue reading Delhi government shouldn’t congratulate itself on CCTV coverage
The ILO report and Social protection in India – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction India is one of the largest welfare states in the world. But India, so far failed to provide social welfare to most of its vulnerable citizens. Recently, the International Labour Organization (ILO) has released a report titled ‘World Social Protection Report 2020–22’. The report provides a global overview of recent… Continue reading The ILO report and Social protection in India – Explained, pointwise
Centre plans PSU land sale worth more than Rs 600 crore via e-bidding
What’s in news? The Center is planning to sell parcels worth more than ₹600 crores of public sector undertakings via the e-bidding platform. Further, the government also aims to sell non-core assets worth ₹10000 crores through this platform. About the PSU land sale: The government is looking to push the sale of idle assets of PSUs.… Continue reading Centre plans PSU land sale worth more than Rs 600 crore via e-bidding
Noble intentions: About the UNSC resolution on Taliban
Synopsis The UN must ensure that the Taliban uphold human rights and give up terror tactics. Introduction Recently, the UN Security Council, under India’s Presidency, adopted Resolution 2593. The resolution was sponsored by France, UK and USA. Along with 13 other members, India voted in favour of the resolution and amongst permanent ‘members’ Russia and… Continue reading Noble intentions: About the UNSC resolution on Taliban
Challenges associated with the functioning of Police – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Police forces have the authority to exercise force to maintain law and order in a state. However, this power may be misused in several ways. Recently, the CJI observed that Custodial violence and other police atrocities still prevail in our society despite various constitution safeguards. Further, the police investigation in… Continue reading Challenges associated with the functioning of Police – Explained, pointwise
