News: Recently, Afghanistan has faced a severe earthquake, which is supposed to have killed around 1,000-plus people in initial estimates. What are the major problems that are being faced in Afghanistan? Before Earthquake Afghanistan is already in the midst of a humanitarian crisis since Taliban’s takeover last year, Since Earthquake The earthquake has put Afghanistan… Continue reading Help Afghans
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Do We Need Geoengineering & What Are The Risks?
News: With record-breaking heatwaves hitting many parts of the world, scientific circles have been debating whether countries should prepare to deploy geoengineering technologies to deal with such climate emergencies or not. What is Geoengineering? Geoengineering is an umbrella term for various experimental technologies designed to deliberately alter the climate system to reduce the impacts of… Continue reading Do We Need Geoengineering & What Are The Risks?
We Have A Long Wait Before India Inc Gets Space-Ready
Context: Recently, India opened up the space sector, with the intention of gaining economic and strategic importance. However, reality has been different. India’s share in the $440-billion global space economy is only around 2%. In June, 2020, India announced reforms based on four pillars; 1) Freedom of innovation for the private sector, 2) Changing the… Continue reading We Have A Long Wait Before India Inc Gets Space-Ready
Flaming question: Why is it so easy to burn trains? Because effective RPF, local police coordination is missing
News: Over 500 trains were cancelled recently following protests against Agnipath scheme. The cancellation follows instances of arson and wilful destruction of railway property. Yet again, Indian Railways (IR) has been made collateral damage. Cancellations not only directly inconvenience millions but undermine the economy, as railway rakes transport 3.3 million tons of freight daily, mainly… Continue reading Flaming question: Why is it so easy to burn trains? Because effective RPF, local police coordination is missing
Arun Prakash writes: Agnipath, between the lines
News: Recently, the government of India introduced a new recruitment scheme for the armed forces, Agnipath. How do other nations solve their challenges with armed forces? All major nations undertake a periodic (every 4-5 years) review of their evolving national security objectives, the options available, and the economic/military means available for achieving them. For example,… Continue reading Arun Prakash writes: Agnipath, between the lines
Why North Is Rain-Starved & Northeast Is Flooded
News: After a season-long heatwave from March to May, the north-northwest and central India are undergoing a rainfall deficit, while Northeast India and Bangladesh are hit with devastating floods. For instance, Meghalaya’s Mawsynram – the world’s wettest place – recorded more than 1,000 mm of rain for the first time on June 17. What are… Continue reading Why North Is Rain-Starved & Northeast Is Flooded
How can Agnipath be made more attractive? Recommendations from 2 former army leaders
News: Recently, the government of India introduced a new recruitment scheme for the armed forces, Agnipath. Violent protests erupted in parts of India ever since the launch of the scheme. Must read: Cabinet clears Agnipath Scheme What are the advantages of the Agnipath Scheme? a) Lower the age profile in the units, b) Create a more empowered… Continue reading How can Agnipath be made more attractive? Recommendations from 2 former army leaders
World Trade Organisation Must Get Back To Trade
News: For the first time in a decade, the members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) have finalized a historic deal at the 12th Ministerial Conference(MC12). The key issues include a reduction in fishery subsidies, patent waivers for making a vaccine for the pandemic, food security and e-commerce. Read more: Outcomes of 12th Ministerial Conference of… Continue reading World Trade Organisation Must Get Back To Trade
Being Truly Presidential
News: With the Presidential election around the corner, there is a question that who will be the ideal president for 21st-century India? What are the different types of Presidents India witnessed? According to the author, the past Presidents of India can be grouped into three categories. Presidents of stature: These are individuals who had formidable… Continue reading Being Truly Presidential
Baptism by fire: Army pension needs pruning. But Agnipath protests show future soldiers’ anxiety needs better responses
News: Recently, the Union Cabinet has approved an attractive recruitment scheme for Indian youth to serve in the Armed Forces called AGNIPATH. Violent protests erupted in parts of India ever since the launch of the scheme. Must read: Cabinet clears Agnipath Scheme Need: The US in FY-2018 set aside 10% of the defence department’s total… Continue reading Baptism by fire: Army pension needs pruning. But Agnipath protests show future soldiers’ anxiety needs better responses
