INDIA-CHINA BORDER DISENGAGEMENT ALONG THE LAC: RECENT DEVELOPMENTS The India-China border, particularly along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh, has been a long-standing source of tension. While progress has been made in reducing military confrontation, several areas remain contentious. Recent discussions between high-level officials from both sides have aimed at de-escalating the situation,
ROLE OF FOOD BANKS IN ADDRESSING FOOD WASTE AND MITIGATING CLIMATE CHANGE Food banks play a critical role in addressing food insecurity by redistributing surplus food to those in need. They also contribute significantly to mitigating climate change by reducing food waste, which, when left to decompose in landfills, produces harmful greenhouse gases like methane.
NEWLY APPROVED SPACE PROJECTS The Union Cabinet of India recently approved four major space missions to be executed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). These missions, including Chandrayaan-4, the Venus Orbiter Mission (VOM), the Bhartiya Antriksh Station (BAS), and the Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV), mark significant steps in India’s expanding space exploration endeavors.
FATF MUTUAL EVALUATION REPORT ON INDIA (2023) The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) recently released its Mutual Evaluation Report on India, highlighting the country’s substantial progress in combating illicit finance. The report examines how effectively India has implemented anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CFT) measures, identifying areas of strength and those requiring improvement. While
WHITE REVOLUTION 2.0: EMPOWERING INDIA'S DAIRY SECTOR White Revolution 2.0 is a government initiative aimed at boosting milk production, empowering women farmers, and tackling malnutrition in India. It builds on the success of the original White Revolution, also known as ‘Operation Flood’, launched in 1970 by Dr. Verghese Kurien, which transformed India from a milk-deficient
6TH QUAD SUMMIT The Quad, or Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, is an informal strategic alliance between Australia, India, Japan, and the United States. It aims to promote a stable, secure, and prosperous Indo-Pacific region. Initially formed in response to the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, the Quad was formally established in 2007 but became dormant until its
METHANE EMISSIONS AND THEIR IMPACT ON CLIMATE CHANGE Methane (CH₄) emissions are rapidly increasing and pose a significant threat to achieving the climate targets set by the Paris Agreement. While carbon dioxide (CO₂) has long dominated climate discussions, methane—a much more powerful greenhouse gas (GHG)—is increasingly becoming a focal point. Tackling methane emissions offers a
WITNESS PROTECTION SCHEME, 2018 Witnesses are integral to the criminal justice system as they help ensure a fair trial by providing crucial evidence. However, in India, witnesses often face intimidation, threats, and even harm, leading to their reluctance in testifying. To address these concerns, the Witness Protection Scheme, 2018 was introduced. Despite being an important
SHIPBUILDING MISSION India's shipbuilding industry has seen significant focus in recent years, driven by the "Make in India" initiative and the government's goal of becoming a global maritime hub by 2047. The Shipbuilding Mission aims to propel India into the ranks of leading maritime nations through a combination of strategic planning, investment, and international collaboration.
AIR QUALITY LIFE INDEX (AQLI) 2024 The Energy Policy Institute at the University of Chicago (EPIC) recently released the Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) 2024, highlighting critical issues regarding air pollution and its impact on global health. The report highlights the severe consequences of poor air quality, particularly in countries like India, where a significant
INDIA’S PROPOSALS ON FISHERIES SUBSIDIES AT THE WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION (WTO) India has been actively advocating for regulations on fisheries subsidies at the World Trade Organization (WTO) to address unsustainable fishing practices and protect the livelihoods of small fishermen. The global concern over overfishing and illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing has led to discussions
REGULATIONS REGARDING THE USE OF CBI IN STATE INVESTIGATIONS The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) plays a crucial role in handling significant and complex criminal cases in India. However, the decision to transfer an investigation from state police to the CBI is not taken lightly. Recent judicial rulings have emphasized the need for explicit and
