e-Pharmacies- Significance, Regulation & Challenges
Recently, the government issued show cause notices to over 20 leading e-pharmacies. This brings into highlight, the subject of online sale of medicine…
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Spillovers- Why Pay Attention?
As of February 2023, the ongoing avian influenza epidemic has killed over 58 million birds in the US alone. This follows on the heels of the unprecede…
Role of Social Media in Protests- Background, Pros & Cons
During the recent protests against the situation in Joshimath, reporters took note of how well informed the protestors on the ground were. This can be…
National Data and Analytics Platform- All You Need to Know
The phrase ‘data is the new oil’ is turning into a cliché now, but it continues to remain true, especially as data is increasingly driving decisi…
SC on Delhi Mayoral Elections- Background & Reasons
After failing to elect a Mayor to the DMC inspite of 3 sessions being convened, the political impasse ended up in the top court of the country. Recent…
Self-Employment in India- Prevalence, Pros, Cons & Challenges
India has set several goals to be achieved by 2047- marking 100 years of Independence. In achieving this goal, the private sector will have a signific…
Spatial Planning in India- Necessity, Steps Taken & Challenges
In January, the Science and Technology Ministry notified the 2022 National Geospatial Policy. Recently, urban planning experts sent suggestions, to im…
Purse Seine Fishing- Pros, Cons & Recent SC Ruling
Recently, the Supreme Court gave conditional permission for purse seine fishing in Tamil Nadu. This comes at a time when the international legal mecha…
Khap Panchayat in India- Functioning, Pros & Cons
In the recent years, India has been showcasing its long history of democratic institutions. Earliest examples date as far back as the 4th century. Tod…
