Analysis of The Indian Express Editorial 1: A Long Overdue Cut Context A Long Overdue Cut: Reassessing the Need for RBI Rate Adjustment Introduction India’s economic trajectory has faced numerous challenges in recent years, with the second quarter GDP data revealing concerning trends. These figures align with broader economic signals that have long been overlooked. … Read more
Analysis of The Indian Express Editorial 1: A Push for Growth Context India’s GDP growth slowed to 5.4% in Q2 2024-25, down from 8.2% in 2023-24, driven by weak industrial performance and muted exports. While agriculture and services sectors remain resilient, reviving consumption, boosting investments, and strengthening domestic demand are critical to sustaining growth and … Read more
Analysis of Indian Express Editorial 1 : Medicine Use and Misuse Context: The UN’s acknowledgment of antibiotic misuse presents a significant chance for countries like India to tackle a pressing global challenge—Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR). Understanding Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) What is AMR? Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is now seen as a serious threat to global health and … Read more
Analysis of Indian Express Editorial 1: A Terror Attack, many Signals Context A Wake-Up Call: Understanding the Recent Terror Attack in J&K The Recent Terror Incident The attack targeting employees working on the Z-Morh tunnel construction project is a stark reminder of the evolving situation in Jammu & Kashmir (J&K). This event isn’t just a … Read more
Analysis of Indian Express Editorial 1: How not to Check Pollution Context How to Address Pollution: Focusing on Solutions, Not Just Numbers Introduction: A Critical View on Air Pollution and Its Impact The issue of air pollution in India has long been a topic of intense debate. While air pollution’s detrimental effects on health are … Read more
Analysis of Indian Express Editorial 1: Not a Smart Hike Context Not a Smart Hike: Reevaluating the Minimum Support Price (MSP) Rise Introduction The recent announcement by the Indian government to raise the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for wheat to Rs 2,425 per quintal for the 2024-25 season has sparked discussions across various sectors. While … Read more
Analysis of Indian Express Editorial 1: A Kind of Hope Context: Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar’s visit to Pakistan during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit sparked discussions about the future of India-Pakistan relations. Could this be a turning point for the two neighbors, or is it just a brief moment of diplomatic courtesy? This … Read more
Analysis of Indian Express Editorial 1: As the World Warms and Cools Context As the World Warms and Cools: Why Climate Change is a National Security Issue Introduction: The Rising Threat of Climate Change Climate change has far-reaching consequences, not only for the environment but also for national security. As the world continues to face … Read more
Analysis of Indian Express Editorial 1: A Tough Road from the Brink Context A Challenging Path from Conflict: Navigating India-Canada Relations Introduction The relationship between India and Canada has reached an unprecedented low, with recent developments significantly straining diplomatic ties. What began as a diplomatic disagreement has transformed into a tense standoff, with personal accusations … Read more
Analysis of Indian Express Editorial 1: Publish and Perish Context: Publish and Perish: A Lesson in Trust, Accountability, and Research Introduction: In May 2024, a research paper titled “Long-term Safety Analysis of the BBV152 Coronavirus Vaccine in Adolescents and Adults: Findings from a 1-year Prospective Study in North India” was published by faculty and students … Read more