Author: Gaurav Yadav

India and Seychelles share a longstanding, time-tested partnership rooted in historical, cultural, and robust maritime ties. Elevating this relationship, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is embarking on a historic state visit to Seychelles as the Guest of Honour for the Golden Jubilee celebrations of their National Day from June 27–29, 2026. Table of Content Evolution of… Continue reading India-Seychelles Relations – Explained Pointwise

The recent twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude within seconds of each other, caused widespread devastation and renewed global attention to seismic hazards. The US geological Survey described the disaster as a “seismic doublet”. This disaster underscores the need to understand the mechanism, distribution, and impacts of earthquakes, while strengthening… Continue reading Earthquakes – Mechanism, Distribution & Preparedness – Explained Pointwise

India’s bid for a permanent UNSC seat reflects its status as the world’s most populous nation, largest democracy, and a leading economic power. Securing this seat is crucial for global governance to mirror contemporary geopolitical realities. However, structural inertia, China’s persistent veto, and procedural hurdles within the UN remain major challenges. Table of Content Why… Continue reading India’s Bid for Permanent Membership of the UNSC – Explained Pointwise

The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 2010 regulates the acceptance and utilisation of foreign funds by individuals, associations and NGOs to ensure transparency and safeguard national interests. The government’s newly notified FCRA Amendment Rules 2026 significantly tighten compliance. They mandate purpose-specific and geographical registration, hold “key functionaries” personally liable, expand social media disclosures, and require… Continue reading Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) – Significance & Concerns – Explained Pointwise

Rapid urbanisation, overcrowded buildings, and poor compliance with fire safety norms have led to a worrying rise in fire incidents across Indian cities. The recent devastating fire in Lucknow’s Aliganj area, which claimed at least 15 lives, has once again exposed critical gaps in safety enforcement and emergency preparedness. The tragedy underscores the urgent need… Continue reading Urban Fire Disasters in India – Reasons & Solutions – Explained Pointwise

The recent appointment of Justice V. Mohana as a Supreme Court judge has renewed attention on the issue of women’s representation in India’s higher judiciary. As only the 12th woman judge in the Supreme Court’s 76-year history, her elevation marks progress toward gender diversity, yet women remain significantly underrepresented in judicial leadership positions. The “glass… Continue reading Women Representation in Judiciary – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise

India’s Anti-Defection Law, enshrined in the Tenth Schedule, aims to deter political opportunism and ensure government stability. However, its effectiveness faces constant scrutiny during leadership crises. Recent intra-party splits in Maharashtra-based factions and large-scale desertions within West Bengal’s Trinamool Congress highlight how rebels frequently exploit structural loopholes to bypass disqualification. In this context, it becomes… Continue reading Anti-Defection Law – Explained Pointwise

Despite an unprecedented expansion of higher education, India faces a severe employability crisis, with nearly one in three graduates remaining unemployed. This stark mismatch between academic credentials and industry readiness highlights an urgent need to reform curricula, integrate vocational training, and align education with evolving market demands. Table of Content What is the employability crisis… Continue reading Employability Crisis in India – Explained Pointwise

Unpaid domestic work, such as childcare, eldercare, cooking, and household management, forms the invisible foundation of economies and societies, yet remains largely excluded from conventional economic measurements. The recent judgement of the Supreme Court of India has renewed attention to recognizing the economic and social value of such work. Understanding the concept and developing methods… Continue reading Unpaid Domestic Work – Explained Pointwise

The 52nd G7 Summit, hosted by France in Évian-les-Bains from June 15 to 17, 2026, brought together global leaders to address critical challenges including the Ukraine war, West Asia diplomacy, global economic imbalances, and artificial intelligence governance. India is not a member of the G7 but has become a regular and influential invitee to its… Continue reading G7 and India – Significance and Challenges – Explained Pointwise