A Strong Case to Restore Section 8(4) of the RP Act Context: The recent disqualification of Rahul Gandhi, a prominent member of the Congress party, has sparked discussions about the legal complexities surrounding disqualifications of legislators in India. This incident brings to light the interplay […]
Disarray in Governance: A Reflection of Sociopolitical Complexities Context: The failure to convene the Manipur Legislative Assembly session sheds light on the gravity of the crisis enveloping the state. Meanwhile, the non-issuance of the notification by Governor Anusuiya Uikey to call for the session, despite […]
The BRICS test for India’s multipolarity rhetoric Context: New Delhi’s resurgence in global geopolitics is evident as it chairs summits, maneuvers complex decisions, and seeks its spot in global governance. The upcoming BRICS summit in South Africa is poised to test Indian diplomacy and signal […]
Criminal law Bills renaming is needless meddling Context: Recent Parliament sessions have witnessed the introduction of three new Bills, sparking discussions not about their content, but about their names. The Indian Penal Code has now transformed into the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the Code of Criminal […]
Rainfall Dynamics and Agricultural Resilience: Understanding the Role of Irrigation in India’s Crop Production Context: Recent reports and experts are raising concerns about India’s exceptionally dry August, which could be the driest in a century. Data reveals a 7% deficit in cumulative monsoon rainfall compared […]
Crafting safe Generative AI systems Context: Forecasts, predict that Large Language Models (LLMs) could infuse the global economy with an impressive $2.6 trillion to $4.4 trillion annually. As an illustrative embodiment of this potential, the ongoing field test of the Jugalbandi Chatbot in rural India […]
India-Japan tech diplomacy Context: India and Japan joined hands to collaborate on semiconductors, aiming to bolster the supply chain for this crucial technology. Their objective extends to jointly developing the semiconductor ecosystem, with a focus on five key aspects: semiconductor design, manufacturing, equipment research, supply […]
Climate Anomalies and Development Challenges in Northern India Context: In a year marked by the El Niño phenomenon, the anticipation leaned towards a weak monsoon season in northern India. However, the month of July witnessed unprecedented rainfall across Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, and Uttarakhand, with the […]
Gaps in Births and Deaths Registration (Amendment) Act Context: Recently, a significant development has taken place, where the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2023, has received parliamentary approval and the President’s assent. This marks the first amendment to the act since its inception. […]
Exploring Artisan Well-being Context: The recent introduction of the PM Vishwakarma scheme has sparked discussions regarding the assistance extended to traditional craftspeople and artisans in India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s announcement during his Independence Day speech has initiated the implementation of this initiative, supported by […]