Analysis of The Indian Express Editorial 1 : Fixing a leaky PDS Introduction India’s Public Distribution System (PDS) has long been considered a lifeline for millions, providing subsidized food grains to households. However, opinions differ on its sustainability. Some argue that free ration under the current PDS framework is an investment in human resources, benefiting … Read more
Analysis of The Indian Express Editorial 1 : A special right Introduction The Supreme Court’s recent decision has officially recognized Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) as a minority institution in India, finally settling a long-standing debate. On Friday, the Court delivered a 4:3 judgment, granting AMU minority status, a topic that has sparked legal and social … Read more
Analysis of The Indian Express Editorial 1 : CoP for consensus Introduction As the world prepares for CoP29, a critical moment is upon us to address one of the most pressing issues in the fight against climate change: climate finance. This year’s conference will demand that both the Global South and Global North move beyond … Read more
Analysis of The Indian Express Editorial 1 : Trump 2.0 and the world Context: With the recent U.S. elections reinforcing the Republican hold in Congress, Donald Trump is poised to become the next President of the United States. His return signals significant shifts in U.S. policies—both domestic and international—that will ripple across the world. This … Read more
Analysis of The Indian Express Editorial 1 :Bad Weather Friends context Bad Weather Friends: A Call for India-Pakistan Collaboration on Air Pollution Introduction The looming crisis of air pollution has become an inescapable reality for India and Pakistan, two nations that share not only a long history but also a common geographical environment. As pointed … Read more
Analysis of The Indian Express Editorial 1 : Checking a Contagion Introduction: Progress and Challenges in Tuberculosis Control in India Tuberculosis (TB) continues to be a significant public health challenge globally, and India, bearing a large portion of the global TB burden, has made notable strides in addressing this disease. The World Health Organization’s (WHO) … 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: 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: 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