Universal Health Care: A Basic Human Right
byWhen people are not able to access the healthcare they need, for reasons of cost, their human rights are denied.
Policy
The Spectre Of Farmer Suicides In India
byThe consequences of continued governmental indifference to the plight of the farmers can be disastrous.
A Roadmap For Rebuilding Kerala
byThe Kerala model of development won accolades. Now there’s an opportunity to rebuild it as a disaster resilient state.
China-US Rivalry: Sleepwalking Into War?
byThe Naval build-up in the South China Sea & the Indian Ocean is an ominous portent; it could lead to a global disaster.
Why India Needs To Militarize Its Outer Space
byIndia’s policy towards the militarization of space, though lofty & idealistic, is outdated. It needs a thorough overhaul.
Of Crime and Politics: Should Law Breakers be Law Makers?
byWhen we vote, it’s our duty to ensure that the MP & MLA is not a criminal. It’s the least we can do to uphold democracy.
BJP: The Party With The Highest Number Of MP’s With Criminal Cases
byIt’s telling that Amit Shah, a man accused of murder, extortion & kidnapping, is the President of the BJP
Is The BIMSTEC Redundant?
byThe BIMSTEC will be relevant only if the leaders put their words into action. Otherwise, it will soon become redundant.
Waging A War On Superbugs
byAntibiotics made of bacteria from leafcutter ants may help us win the war on superbugs.
Tackling Food Waste In A Hungry Nation
byIndia is one of the world’s largest food producers in the world. But thanks to food waste, millions go hungry.
The Spike Missile Deal & The Dawn Of India’s Military Industrial Complex
byMr Modi’s political rhetoric seeks self-reliance in defence. But his policies encourage corporates to profit from war.
The Future of Indian Universities
byWill it be possible to repair India’s broken education system? Can we ensure that it isn’t commodified and politicised?
India and Sri Lanka: A Balancing Act
byAs China and India woo Sri Lanka through trade and investment, there’s a delicate diplomatic balancing act at play.
The Unsustainable Urban Waste Economy
byUrban waste is one of the most pressing problems in India. It needs urgent and immediate attention from policymakers.
Are Women Well Represented In The United Nations?
bySince its inception, the UN has not had a single woman Secretary General. Does this point to a deep-rooted disparity?