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Trade Wars Under the Guise of Green Development
Read more: Trade Wars Under the Guise of Green DevelopmentGreen trade forms an important component of Sustainable Development. However, in the recent past, the developed world has been implementing many unilateral trade protectionist policies under the guise of promoting “green growth”.The motive behind such policies is to provide a competitive advantage to domestic manufacturers over their global counterparts. Such policies then take the shape…
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A Tale of Sovereign Wealth Funds and Global Corruption
Read more: A Tale of Sovereign Wealth Funds and Global CorruptionSovereign Wealth Funds (hereinafter called as “SWFS”) are highly private and tightly controlled investment funds of sovereign countries. The high-profile 1MDB scandal shed light on the dubious functioning of SWFS. In this article, I seek to explain the role of Sovereign Wealth Funds and the importance of regulating them.
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Medicalising Rape: Indian Justice System
Read more: Medicalising Rape: Indian Justice SystemThe paper focus on the ‘two-finger’ and ‘hymen test’ that have been widely used to identify rape victims. The tests, conducted under the safety net of medical expertise, have resulted in extreme human rights violations. The paper highlights the over-reliance the judiciary puts on medical reports, and how it undermines the victim’s credibility and creates…
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The Devastating Maui Wildfires: Unraveling Causes, Human Role, and Future Preparedness
Read more: The Devastating Maui Wildfires: Unraveling Causes, Human Role, and Future PreparednessMaui, a paradise island known for its pristine beauty, has been marred by the recent outbreak of wildfires that have wreaked havoc on its landscapes and communities. This article delves into the underlying causes of the Maui wildfires, shedding light on both natural and human factors responsible for their occurrence. The human role in exacerbating…
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India’s Electric Vehicle Revolution Sparks a Reassessment of Fuel Demands
Read more: India’s Electric Vehicle Revolution Sparks a Reassessment of Fuel DemandsThe article explores India’s shift to electric vehicles (EVs) and its impact on fuel demand. It covers drivers like government incentives, environmental awareness, and tech progress. Benefits include less pollution, lower oil imports, and enhanced energy security. Concerns entail fuel industry job losses and stranded assets. EV adoption aligns with economic and strategic goals. The…
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State of the States: Bulletin (August 31-September 14)
Read more: State of the States: Bulletin (August 31-September 14)This is the fifth bi-weekly bulletin for the period from August 31 to September 14, 2023.
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The Reality of Indian Cities: The Case of Overcrowded and weak urban centres
Read more: The Reality of Indian Cities: The Case of Overcrowded and weak urban centresSince the advent of the 21st century, the importance of climate change and environmental damage has increasingly increased in public policy. As part of building public policy, there has been a growing focus on revamping our cities to become smarter and more sustainable. This will in turn help in reducing environmental impact, improve quality of…
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Forging Equitable Societies through Sustainable Development
Read more: Forging Equitable Societies through Sustainable DevelopmentIn an era marked by unparalleled challenges and opportunities, the essence of sustainable development stands as a linchpin for shaping a just and equitable global future. This article delves into the imperative role of sustainability and tries to make a compelling case for it through Environmental, Economic and Social policy making perspectives.
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Confronting the Silence: Conversion Therapy and the Quest for Equality
Read more: Confronting the Silence: Conversion Therapy and the Quest for EqualityThe following article delves into the disturbing world of conversion therapy, an unethical practice that attempts to alter the sexual orientations of LGBTQ+ communities through pseudoscientific methods. Drawing from the recent revelations made by India’s first openly gay prince, Manvendra Singh Gohil, the article inquires into the distressing intersection of religion, science, and power that…
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Freebies: Citizen Welfare or Economic Burden
Read more: Freebies: Citizen Welfare or Economic BurdenDemocracy and diversity make India’s politics complicated. Caste, religion, and region shape Indian politics. Parties target certain social segments to get support. Welfare and handouts are popular political techniques. Freebies strain the economy and cause financial pressure, imbalanced market incentives, and resource misallocation. Freebies reduce poverty, social exclusion, and local economic growth, despite their downsides.…
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Rebel in Gaza by Asmaa al-Ghoul: A Book Review
Read more: Rebel in Gaza by Asmaa al-Ghoul: A Book ReviewGaza has always been rebellious. I am her daughter, and I look like her,” exclaims Asmaaa al-Ghoul who refuses the role of victim—of Israel, of Hamas, of any of the men or women in her life. She works steadily as a journalist—the good, troublemaking sort—from the age of 19 onward. She refuses to cover her…
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Academic Freedom in Indian Educational Institutions
Read more: Academic Freedom in Indian Educational InstitutionsThis article explores the nuanced landscape of academic freedom within Indian educational institutions, offering insights into its historical context, present challenges, and potential trajectories. Against the backdrop of India’s diverse education system and historical evolution, this cornerstone of intellectual exploration has navigated a journey from colonial subjugation to post-independence autonomy. The article critically examines the…
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