Source– The post is based on the article “Manipur — this is not a time for finger-pointing” published in “The Hindu” on 26th June 2023. Syllabus: GS3 – Internal Security Relevance: Internal security in in northeast News- Manipur’s two major communities, the Kukis and Meiteis, have been on a bloody communal clash since May 3.… Continue reading Manipur — this is not a time for finger-pointing
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Overkill: The Manipur government’s decision to extend net shutdowns lacks merit
Source: The post is based on the article “Overkill: The Manipur government’s decision to extend net shutdowns lacks merit” published in The Hindu on 22nd June 2023 Syllabus: GS 3 – The role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges. Relevance: About Internet shutdowns in Manipur. News: The Manipur High Court granted limited Internet access in designated places… Continue reading Overkill: The Manipur government’s decision to extend net shutdowns lacks merit
Data Security in India: Need and Challenges – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction India, set to become a trillion-dollar digital economy by 2026, faces significant data security needs and challenges. With over a billion people, digitization and burgeoning internet usage, India must protect its citizens’ data from vulnerabilities and breaches. However, despite a digitally-forward government and robust IT sector, the country lacks critical… Continue reading Data Security in India: Need and Challenges – Explained, pointwise
[Yojana May 2023 Summary] Cybersecurity challenges in the 5G age – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The ultra-fast speed of 5G indeed holds the promise of revolutionary changes in communication and Internet consumption. The country is estimated to have over 150 million 5G users by the end of 2024 – a tiny fraction of the current 1.2 billion mobile phone users. This number will expand significantly… Continue reading [Yojana May 2023 Summary] Cybersecurity challenges in the 5G age – Explained, pointwise
Manipur unrest and its impact on regional security – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Manipur has been grappling with unrest and violent protests, recently witnessing the first direct clashes between the Kuki-Zomi tribals and the Meiteis in three decades. With a complex cultural geography divided into ‘valley’ and ‘hill’ districts, the state has experienced longstanding ethnic tensions. The Manipur unrest poses significant challenges to… Continue reading Manipur unrest and its impact on regional security – Explained, pointwise
Drug trafficking in India: emerging challenges – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction Drug trafficking in India is a serious issue that poses challenges to the social, economic, and political fabric of the country. The illegal trade of drugs has been a persistent problem, and it continues to evolve and become more sophisticated with new technologies and methods. The emergence of darknet markets… Continue reading Drug trafficking in India: emerging challenges – Explained, pointwise
Amendment to IT Rules and regulating fake news – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) notified the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules, 2023, which are an amendment to the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. The Amendment to IT Rules has generated intense debate, with some… Continue reading Amendment to IT Rules and regulating fake news – Explained, pointwise
Controlling Fake News in India and associated challenges – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The spread of fake news has become a major concern in today’s digital age. Recently, a malicious disinformation campaign led to law-and-order issues in Tamil Nadu, where false claims about violence against migrant workers from Bihar were propagated through social media. Though the Tamil Nadu police responded quickly and countered… Continue reading Controlling Fake News in India and associated challenges – Explained, pointwise
Countering Terror Financing – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction The Third Ministerial of ‘No Money for Terror’ (NMFT) on Counter-Terror Financing was held in New Delhi recently. Delegates from ~75 countries and international bodies attended the event. The event was focused on ways to combat global terror financing networks. Prior to this, India had also hosted a special meeting… Continue reading Countering Terror Financing – Explained, pointwise
[Yojana November Summary] Paradigm of Coastal Security – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Introduction More than 600 million people, (~10% of the world’s population), live in coastal areas that are 10 meters above the sea level. Nearly 2.4 billion people (~40 % of the world’s population) live within 100 km of the coast. In India, three out of four metro cities are located on… Continue reading [Yojana November Summary] Paradigm of Coastal Security – Explained, pointwise
