Source: The Hindu Relevance: Future course of action for India vis-a-vis situation in Afghanistan Synopsis: With the West done with Afghanistan, New Delhi needs to adopt a layered approach in finding a political solution. It has to work with Eurasian powers to protect its interests and stabilise Afghanistan. Background The U.S. is retreating from Afghanistan… Continue reading Evaluating India’s options in Afghanistan
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An emigration Bill that does not go far enough
Source: The Hindu Relevance: The emigration bill and other reforms are essential to protect Indian workers abroad. Contents1 Synopsis:2 Introduction:3 How Emigration is governed at present?4 Why does India need the Emigration bill?5 What are the challenges with the emigration bill?6 Suggestions: Synopsis: The new emigration bill is better than the Emigration Act 1983, but more… Continue reading An emigration Bill that does not go far enough
Healthcare privatization has not served India well
Source: live Mint Synopsis: Our failure to invest in public health facilities has resulted in a disproportionately large role for private services in this industry. Contents1 Introduction 2 What is the state of India’s healthcare?3 What should be done?4 Conclusion Introduction India opened its markets to private participation 30 years ago. Overall, sectors dominated by private… Continue reading Healthcare privatization has not served India well
Guardrails of Privacy
Source: Indian Express Synopsis: The allegations of targeted surveillance have a chilling effect on personal and civil liberties that are crucial for a democracy to function. Introduction: The recent allegations and reports by Arsenal Consulting and Amnesty International on targeted electronic surveillance of selected activists, politicians, journalists, businessmen, and even scientists are worrying. The sophistication… Continue reading Guardrails of Privacy
Opposing Sedition Law is Good Optics and Politics
Source: Times of India Contents1 Synopsis:2 Background:3 Opinion of Court on Sedition:4 Why should the government abolish it? Synopsis: With Section 66A and Article 35A ended, the government should do the same for Section 124A. It would prevent harassment of dissent and uphold the right to free speech under Article 19 of the constitution. Background:… Continue reading Opposing Sedition Law is Good Optics and Politics
The great convergence and a lag
Source: Indian Express Contents1 Synopsis:2 Background:3 India’s Anxiety:4 Reasons behind this gap:5 Policy Shifts in Washington:6 Way Ahead: Synopsis: India and the US have an expansive new agenda for discussion. This includes not only democracy and human rights, but also Afghanistan, the Indo-Pacific region, reform of global economic institutions, climate change and vaccine diplomacy. Background:… Continue reading The great convergence and a lag
Can SAARC fill the power vacuum left by US withdrawal from Afghanistan?
Source: Indian Express Relevance: Understanding SAARC’s potential in bringing together leaders on one common platform. Synopsis: Revival of SAARC is necessary and it can also contribute positively to the current Afghan situation. Contents1 Background2 South Asia – emerging trends3 SAARC has been sidelined4 Potential of SAARC5 Implications of a failed SAARC6 How can SAARC contribute… Continue reading Can SAARC fill the power vacuum left by US withdrawal from Afghanistan?
Delhi and Tehran can work together on Afghanistan
Source: Indian Express Relevance: India and Iran can work together to restore order in Afghanistan Synopsis: Ensuring a legitimate and peaceful rearrangement in Afghanistan is of common interest to both India and Iran. Contents1 Indo-Iran co-op on Afghanistan2 Evolution of Iran’s Afghan view3 Iran’s future Afghan policy4 Common ground Indo-Iran co-op on Afghanistan Delhi and… Continue reading Delhi and Tehran can work together on Afghanistan
‘Gatekeeper Model’ mooted to prevent suicides in prisons
Source: The Hindu Relevance – Proper human treatment of prisoners is one of the aspects of ensuring human rights in India. Contents1 Synopsis: 2 Background:3 Guidelines by NIMHANS:4 Need of Guidelines: Synopsis: The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS) issues guidelines for dealing with mental health challenges. It proposes a ‘Gatekeeper Model’, where… Continue reading ‘Gatekeeper Model’ mooted to prevent suicides in prisons
Afghanistan without Pak & Islam
Source: Business Standard Relevance: India’s future course of action in Afghanistan Synopsis: India’s future afghan policy should stop viewing the Taliban as a hostile force. It should give a serious thought on the fact that despite having a different ideology, it might not be the enemy. India’s future dynamics with Taliban Few things to consider:… Continue reading Afghanistan without Pak & Islam
