Synopsis: The US is set to leave Afghan as per the mandates of the Afghan Peace process. India should step up to ensure a peaceful, stable, and democratic Afghan government Contents1 Background:1.0.1 Dilemma faced by the US1.0.2 The current plan1.0.3 What are the implications for India?1.0.4 What should be the way forward for India? Background:… Continue reading Afghan Peace Process and India
Author: Ram Manohar
The Advantages of Work from Anywhere
Synopsis: The new policy of Work from anywhere gained momentum during the pandemic. It has multiple benefits for all stakeholders. Background Lack of clarity and flexibility in the US H-1B visa Programme remains major concerns for high-skilled Indian migrants, seeking to relocate to the U.S. This uncertainty was high during the Trump administration, with visa… Continue reading The Advantages of Work from Anywhere
Financial distress in Railways : Reasons and Way Forward
Synopsis: Despite several reforms, Railways is facing financial distress. This article highlights the issues and suggests solutions for financial distress in Railways. Recent developments In 2016, the Railway Budget was merged with the General Budget. Earlier, Railways had a separate Budget. The Dedicated Freight Corridor will be operational by 2022. It includes The Western Dedicated… Continue reading Financial distress in Railways : Reasons and Way Forward
Issue of Women’s rights in India
Synopsis: March 8 is celebrated as International Women’s Day. While celebrating it, we also need to look back at how women’s rights upheld by the state in the last years. Background: 8th march is being celebrated as International Women’s Day. It is celebrated to commemorate the struggles of women factory workers. It was first organised… Continue reading Issue of Women’s rights in India
Indian Diaspora in US and its Impacts on India- US Relations
Synopsis: The stature of the Indian diaspora in the US is growing. It will have a significant impact on India-US relations. Significance of Indian Diaspora in the US Indian-Americans are the second-largest immigrant community in the US(4 million-plus). They are considered as one of the most influential groups in the US. and they have played a… Continue reading Indian Diaspora in US and its Impacts on India- US Relations
Cyber Attacks in India and Institutional arrangements for Cybersecurity
Synopsis: India’s Critical Infrastructure is vulnerable to Cyberattacks from foreign countries. India needs to upgrade its Institutional arrangements for Cybersecurity. Background Recently, The New York Times reported that China is threatening India through Cyber-attacks. It raised the possibility that the power outage in Mumbai (on October 13 2020) could have been an attack by a… Continue reading Cyber Attacks in India and Institutional arrangements for Cybersecurity
Appointment of Police officers for Prison Management
Synopsis: The appointment of Police officers for Prison management is not right. It is against strengthening the criminal justice system. Background Recently, the Uttarakhand government issued a notification to post IPS officers as superintendents of Prisons. A PIL has been filed against the government’s decision before the Uttarakhand High Court. What are the reasons for Posting… Continue reading Appointment of Police officers for Prison Management
Judiciary’s inconsistency in dealing with cases of Personal liberty
Synopsis: The recent rulings of the judiciary have defended the personal liberty of citizens. However, there are many instances where the judiciary failed to uphold liberty. What are the recent rulings? The following rulings highlight the role of judiciary as the first line of defence against the deprivation of the liberty of citizens. First, in… Continue reading Judiciary’s inconsistency in dealing with cases of Personal liberty
History and significance of Mars Missions
Synopsis: Questions related to Mars Missions are still answered. However, the hope of finding life on the planet excites humanity for further exploration of Mars. Background: Recently, as a part of Mars mission 2020, NASA launched orbiter Perseverance into Mars. Mars 2020 is a Mars rover mission forming part of NASA’s Mars Exploration Program. It… Continue reading History and significance of Mars Missions
An evaluation of India’s actions against Climate Change
Synopsis: Events like Uttarakhand and Texas demand urgent climate action. However, the actions of India against climate change are not sufficient. How Uttarakhand floods and extreme events in Texas are related to Global warming? Natural disasters such as Himalayan glacier flooding and extreme cold wave in Texas (USA) are the consequences of global warming. In… Continue reading An evaluation of India’s actions against Climate Change
