Fake History Is Making It’s Way Into School Text Books: Here’s How
byThe current government’s attempts to rewrite history–devoid of facts, concocted on imaginary/fantastical grounds–to suit the Hindu nationalist narrative is dangerous.
Opinion
Wealthy Nations Are Carving Up Space & Its Riches
byExisting international space laws are not well suited to handle the complicated web of private companies & nations competing for resources in space.
Srilanka’s Women Face The Brunt Of The Crisis
bySri Lankan women face the brunt of the economic crisis in the island nation. Will things get worse for women in the country?
Sedition Law & Media Rights
byThe sedition law, a 152-year-old-colonial legacy, seems to be on its last leg. As the government reexamines & reconsiders the law, the Supreme Court’s opinion could set the tone for civil liberties and determine the future of this archaic law.
Indian Cinema & Propaganda
byIndian cinema has turned into a propaganda machine. There has been a steady increase of propaganda films since 2014.
Will Russia Declare ‘War’ Today & Use It To Double Down On Attacks?
byA declaration of war would allow Russia to mobilize its population to fight a longer war, which Putin initially assumed he would have won by now.
False Dowry & Rape Accusations Are Fuelling Men’s Rights Movement in India
byFalse dowry & rape accusations are being weaponised to ruin men. Organised rackets are twisting the law & falsely accusing men of sexual assault.
On Fake News & Trolls
byFake news has no place in a civilised society. But we are witnessing unprecedented level of fake news, particularly on social media.
Elimination Of Child Labour Must Be At The Forefront Of Global Policy
byAn inclusive approach in global development thinking to protect children will alleviate a grave danger to the next generation.
Cryptocurrency Is A ‘Get-Rich-Quick’ Ponzi Scam: Don’t Fall For It
byIt is highly doubtful that crypto will keep up in the future or replace real currency given all the scepticism and the environmental worries.
Is Space War Inevitable?
byCountries have expressed concern of an arms race in outer space, and underlined that space weapons would pose a “grave danger for international peace and security.”
“We Are Witnessing A Frenzy Of Hate Filled Destruction In The Country”
byIn a letter to Prime Minister Modi, over 100 former civil servants expressed their anger & anguish at “the relentless pace at which the constitutional edifice created by our founding fathers is being destroyed.” Read it here.
Elon Musk’s Plans For Twitter Could Make Its Misinformation Problems Worse
byGiven challenges–such as doxxing and other malicious personal harms online–it’s important for user authentication methods to preserve privacy.
Hindu Rashtra, Weapons Of Mass Distraction & The Indian Economy
byIndia can progress only if those holding the reins of power shift their focus away from religious polarisation and focus on economic development.
How Hypersonic Missiles Work
byHypersonic missiles threaten national & global security. An aerospace engineer explains how they work & elucidates the unique threats they pose.