Synopsis: Mizoram and the Indian government are taking a different stand on the current issue of refugees from Myanmar. Introduction: After the coup in Myanmar, at least, 1,000 people from the adjoining Chin state of Myanmar crossed the border and are currently at Mizoram. Since the Chins are ethnically related to the Mizos, the Mizoram… Continue reading Refugees from Myanmar and India’s internal Security challenge
Author: Durai
Pew Research study on Poverty in India
Synopsis: A recent Pew research study report reveals increasing poverty in India. Further, the report also points out some serious flaws in the government policy during pandemic times. Introduction A recent Pew research study report reveals increasing poverty in India and China in 2020. As per the report, the pandemic has pushed approximately 7.5 crore… Continue reading Pew Research study on Poverty in India
Significance and Challenges of Artificial Intelligence(AI)
Synopsis: Artificial Intelligence(AI) has the potential to widen the social and economic divisions in society. That will lead to discriminatory outcomes at a global level. Introduction In the last ten years alone, AI has seen exponential growth. AI-based systems are now defeating human champions in games and decoding complex proteins in labs. But the exponential… Continue reading Significance and Challenges of Artificial Intelligence(AI)
“Nominated members” and “Anti-defection Law” in India
Synopsis: The important reason behind the inclusion of nominated members to RajyaSabha and the provisions of Anti-defection Law. Introduction: Recently a nominated MP of Rajya Sabha has resigned due to allegations under the anti-defection law. The allegation raised after a political party nominated him as their election candidate. Constituent Assembly debate on Nominated members: During… Continue reading “Nominated members” and “Anti-defection Law” in India
KALIA scheme of Odisha and its lesson for India
Synopsis: The Odisha government’s KALIA scheme aims to provide Direct Income Support(DIS) to farmers. The design and implementation of the scheme offer some important lessons to the DIS schemes everywhere. Introduction: In India, the Agricultural reforms generally aim to find new solutions to the structural challenges facing farmers. The shift to direct income support (DIS)… Continue reading KALIA scheme of Odisha and its lesson for India
Why India Needs a Future force?
Synopsis: Like the US, India also needs to build a future force for future wars. Introduction War, at its core, is organized violence, waged for political purposes. The real purpose is domination. But the definition of wars changed rapidly. To tackle it, countries need to build a future force. India also needs to build such… Continue reading Why India Needs a Future force?
Absence of Regular Chiefs in Central Security Forces
Synopsis: Many Security Forces are functioning without regular chiefs. This will impact their efficiency. So the government has to take the necessary steps to strengthen security forces. Introduction: At present in India, Many Security Forces are without regular heads. They play a pivotal role in maintaining the internal security of India. However, they are not… Continue reading Absence of Regular Chiefs in Central Security Forces
Cyber attacks on critical Infrastructure
Synopsis: At present Critical infrastructure of India is vulnerable to cyberattacks. The government have to strengthen its cybersecurity initiatives. Introduction: Recently Massachusetts-based firm Recorded Future released a study. It mentioned that Mumbai power outages can be a cyber attack aimed at critical infrastructure. The report also mentioned few important things such as, The Cyberattack was… Continue reading Cyber attacks on critical Infrastructure
Prerequisites for Developing Digital Health Data
Synopsis: National Digital Health Mission aims to build digital health infrastructure in India. But there are many hurdles in developing comprehensive digital health data. Introduction: Recently on Independence Day, our Prime Minister announced National Digital Health Mission. The Mission aims to develop the backbone for integrated digital health infrastructure in India. Developing countries with significant… Continue reading Prerequisites for Developing Digital Health Data
Why Criticisms of New IT Rules 2021 are illogical?
Synopsis: The new IT rules 2021, are not discretionary or arbitrary. These rules are aimed towards creating a level playing field. Introduction: Recently, the government introduced the Information Technology (Guidelines for Intermediaries and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. The rules have the potential to transform the online media platforms to fit into the Indian ecosystem. Few important… Continue reading Why Criticisms of New IT Rules 2021 are illogical?
