Synopsis: The recent move of the Tamil Nadu government to bypass the NEET exam requires careful analysis of the issues surrounding the NEET. Introduction The government of India cleared the way for making NEET a common entrance examination for all medical colleges across India. This was opposed by many states including Tamil Nadu. What steps… Continue reading NEET hasn’t created the equality of opportunity it had promised
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Doctor cure thyself: On revising queerphobic medical textbooks
Synopsis: The social issues in India are not just societal problems, but also ingrained deepens our educational system. Introduction Recently National Medical Commission has issued an advisory to all medical universities and colleges. It asked them to bring changes in the teaching methods and opt methods that are not derogatory to the LGBTQIA+ community. What… Continue reading Doctor cure thyself: On revising queerphobic medical textbooks
Covaxin junior: Bharat Biotech’s kids’ vaccine is good news. But why is its vaccine for adults yet to get WHO clearance?
What is the news? Bharat Biotech is on the threshold of becoming the second Indian vaccine maker to receive an emergency use approval in the domestic market for a children’s Covid vaccine. The company’s vaccine for children has received a conditional approval from an expert committee of the drug regulator. The next steps will have… Continue reading Covaxin junior: Bharat Biotech’s kids’ vaccine is good news. But why is its vaccine for adults yet to get WHO clearance?
Aiding Afghans: On G20 meeting on Afghanistan
Synopsis: Owing to the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan the shortage with regard to fund and food availability has multiplied the crisis. Introduction At a meeting of G-20 countries, PM of India highlighted about the looming humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan. He also called for the international community to provide Afghanistan with immediate and unhindered access to… Continue reading Aiding Afghans: On G20 meeting on Afghanistan
The next step is a constitutional right to health
Synopsis: Presently, any investment in health care has failed to translate into a sense of security and sanctuary for many Indians. So, the logical next step would be providing the fundamental Right to Health for all. Introduction The present pandemic, not only shows the deficiencies in our health care, but also devastated it further. So,… Continue reading The next step is a constitutional right to health
How Delhi came to see Europe as a valuable strategic partner
Synopsis: The smaller European states and EU as a block has much to offer to India and vice versa, especially in the context of the EU’s Indo-Pacific strategy. Contents1 Introduction 2 What one can expect from the EU’s Indo-Pacific strategy?3 What are the prospects of India-Europe relations now? 4 What does Europe offer to India? 5 What are the advantages for… Continue reading How Delhi came to see Europe as a valuable strategic partner
Let HC Judges retire when SC Judges do, At 65
Synopsis: Uniform retirement ages for HC & SC judges is required to reflect the contemporary needs. Contents1 Introduction2 What are the historical reasons for having different retirements ages?3 Why there is a difference in retirement age justified earlier?4 How the government tried to increase the retirement age of HC Judges?5 What should be done? Introduction Today,… Continue reading Let HC Judges retire when SC Judges do, At 65
A ‘Taiwan flashpoint’ in the Indo-Pacific
Synopsis: The historic rival claims of territory and independence by China and Taiwan is seeing a new turn with the US questioning the One China policy. Introduction Recently the “One China policy” of the People’s Republic of China has been challenged by the USA, though it still stands with a one-China policy. In 1979, the USA recognized… Continue reading A ‘Taiwan flashpoint’ in the Indo-Pacific
There’s an urgent need to clean up the World Bank and IMF
Synopsis: Wrongdoings of WB and IMF, unsuitability of heads of these institutions, various steps that these institutions need to take to maintain their credibility and legitimacy Introduction Head of the World Bank and IMF are selected under the dual monopoly selection procedure wherein only an American can head the World Bank and only a European can head the… Continue reading There’s an urgent need to clean up the World Bank and IMF
Decentralised renewable energy solutions offer great promises for healthcare facilities
Synopsis: In facilitating access to affordable RTPV electricity in public healthcare facilities, India can achieve the twin objective of greening the economy and transforming the healthcare infrastructure so that it can provide affordable health services. Contents1 Introduction2 Why RTPV systems should be implemented?3 What are some disadvantages of RTPV electricity systems?4 What steps are being… Continue reading Decentralised renewable energy solutions offer great promises for healthcare facilities
