AI and the Future: A Shift or a Dystopian Dream Context: The recent Bletchley Park summit thrust the discourse on Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the limelight, with billionaire Elon Musk envisaging a future where AI replaces all forms of human labor. This article probes the […]
Digital Public Infrastructure Context: The United Nations’ promise of ‘Leaving no one behind’ in the pursuit of the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is a formidable undertaking. India, with its vast and diverse population, has embarked on a noteworthy journey to fulfill this commitment. At […]
Upholding Freedom Amidst Digital Search and Seizure Context: The recent directive from the Supreme Court urging the Union government to establish guidelines safeguarding the rights of media professionals in the face of digital device seizures marks a pivotal moment. Instances of journalists facing device seizures […]
Lessons from India’s Counter-terrorism Approach Context: The recent flare-up in the Israel-Hamas conflict has sparked fervent debates across social media platforms, drawing parallels with India’s historical encounters with terrorism. As opinions oscillate between sympathies for Israel and critiques of India’s past responses, it becomes imperative […]
Economic Shifts: Unraveling the Growth Dichotomy Context: The economic landscape in September presented a nuanced narrative, marked by a slowdown in industrial output growth. The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) recorded a modest rise of 5.8%, a stark contrast to the robust 10.3% surge in […]
The Cosmic Mysteries: White Holes and Quantum Jumps Introduction: In the world of theoretical physics, Carlo Rovelli ventures into the intriguing concept of white holes – a celestial phenomenon considered the antithesis of black holes. Rovelli, an Italian theoretical physicist, unveils the theoretical possibility that […]
Stubble Burning Introduction: Every year, as autumn fades into winter, northern India grapples with an environmental challenge – a surge in pollution levels. While several factors contribute to the thick smog, the practice of stubble burning emerges as a significant contributor. Despite a decline in […]
Unraveling the Digital Divide: The U.S. and China Divergence Context: The proclamation by Thomas L. Friedman in 2005 that the world was flat, leveling global opportunities, was grounded in burgeoning digital advancements. The subsequent surge was orchestrated by the United States, home to major Big […]
Necessity of a Comprehensive Menstrual Hygiene Policy in India Context: The Supreme Court of India has given the government four weeks to create a menstrual hygiene policy that focuses on providing sanitary napkins and establishing a model for girls’ toilets in schools. It addresses the […]
Acknowledging India’s Economic Success Context: The descriptor ‘fastest-growing major economy’ gains significance, particularly considering India’s scale and the challenges posed by the global pandemic. Extra Information: 1. India’s Global Economic Standing: India, currently the fifth-largest economy globally, is projected by the IMF to secure the […]