Author: Gaurav Yadav

India and Switzerland have recently signed agreements on mobility aimed at facilitating longer-duration visas and promoting the exchange of young professionals. The two countries have also agreed to strengthen cooperation in the defence and nuclear energy sectors. Table of Content What is the significance of Switzerland for India & India for Switzerland? What are the… Continue reading India-Switzerland Relationship – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise

The recent ransomware leak exposing blueprints and supplier data for the Kudankulam Nuclear Plant underscores the growing threat of cyber espionage. While the core reactor networks remained safe and isolated, breaches targeting third-party contractors expose operational vulnerabilities. It highlights that robust cybersecurity is paramount to safeguard critical infrastructure, national security, and public trust. Table of… Continue reading Cybersecurity – Significance & Challenges – Explained Pointwise

The India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) is a comprehensive trade agreement between India and Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. It was signed on 10 March 2024 and entered into force exactly one year ago, on 1 October 2025. PM Narendra Modi had termed the signing of the trade pact as a ‘watershed moment‘… Continue reading India-EFTA Trade & Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) – Explained Pointwise

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has recently extended the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA), 1958, for another six months from 1 October 2026 in specified areas of Manipur, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh, following a review of the security situation. Table of Content What is the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA)? What are… Continue reading AFSPA – Significance & Concerns – Explained Pointwise

Observed annually on 29 September, the International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste highlights the need to reduce food lost along supply chains and food wasted at retail, food-service and household levels. Food loss & waste remain one of the world’s most persistent challenges, with severe consequences for climate, food security, economic cost,… Continue reading Food Loss & Waste – Causes & Consequences – Explained Pointwise

A recent newspaper investigation found that 97 eligible voters in Goa were excluded from electoral rolls after centralised ECINet software prevented Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) from reversing the decisions. The incident highlights concerns over electoral inclusion and has renewed the debate on whether the right to vote should be elevated to a Fundamental Right. Table… Continue reading Right to Vote as Fundamental Right – Arguments in Favour & Against – Explained Pointwise

India’s nuclear doctrine, formally articulated in 2003, has remained largely unchanged for over two decades, with key principles such as credible minimum deterrence, No-First-Use and civilian control at its core. However, evolving security challenges and emerging technologies necessitate an assessment of whether the doctrine remains adequate for India’s contemporary strategic environment.   Table of Content… Continue reading India’s Nuclear Doctrine – Advantages & Challenges – Explained Pointwise  

“The day a woman can walk freely on the roads at night, that day we can say that India has achieved independence“- Mahatma Gandhi Despite advancements in technology and urbanization, women in India continue to face violence and discrimination. It is deeply distressing that nearly 88 rape cases are reported daily in the country, with… Continue reading Women Safety in India – Challenges & Impact – Explained Pointwise

In Maharashtra, demands for declaring drought have emerged amid concerns over rainfall deficiency, with El Niño-related weather conditions affecting the State’s agriculture-dependent economy. Widespread water scarcity has further aggravated the situation, putting additional pressure on farming and rural livelihoods. Table of Content What is drought, and what are its major types? What are the major… Continue reading Drought in India – Causes, Consequences & Mitigation Measures – Explained Pointwise

A recent investigation by a leading newspaper has brought renewed attention to the internal functioning and decision-making process of the Election Commission of India (ECI). According to the investigation, Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi reportedly recorded objections at least 14 times over the past 10 months regarding decisions and orders connected with… Continue reading Election Commission of India (ECI) – Roles, Responsibilities & Limitations – Explained Pointwise