Cyber slavery refers to the forced involvement of individuals in illegal online activities, often through deception, coercion, or trafficking. The recent rescue of an Indian national from Cambodia highlights the growing concern of cyber slavery and the complex process of repatriating victims. This process faces several challenges and has wider implications for international relations and victim support. Challenges in Repatriation: Identification of Victims: Victims are often held in secret locations, making it difficult for authorities an ...more

The connection between drug trafficking and terrorism, known as the drug-terror nexus, poses a serious threat to the internal security of nations. Terrorist groups often use drug money to fund their activities, while drug traffickers benefit from the chaos created by terrorism. This nexus undermines law and order, destabilizes economies, and challenges the sovereignty of states. Ways the Drug-Terror Nexus Threatens Internal Security: Financing Terrorism: Profits from drug trafficking are used to purchase weapons, recruit members, and carr ...more

River tourism and water transport have significant potential to boost economic growth in the North East by creating jobs, improving connectivity, and supporting allied sectors like hospitality. However, these activities can also pose risks to the fragile riverine ecosystems of the region. Balancing development with environmental sustainability is crucial. 1. Possible Environmental Impacts: Pollution: Increased boat traffic can lead to oil spills, sewage discharge, and littering, affecting water quality and aquatic life. Biodiversity Los ...more

A rise in animal and bird populations within a protected area like Bannerghatta Biological Park can significantly affect the ecological balance. While increasing wildlife numbers may indicate effective conservation, it can also lead to several ecological and management challenges. Resource Competition: Higher populations mean increased demand for food, water, and shelter. This can lead to overgrazing, depletion of vegetation, and scarcity of resources for other species. Habitat Degradation: Overpopulation may result in trampling of pla ...more

The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) was introduced to resolve insolvency efficiently and promote economic stability. However, its misuse—especially in undervalued land sales—can have serious implications for public trust in economic reforms. Such incidents raise concerns about transparency and fairness in the system. Loss of Faith in Fairness: If assets, especially land, are sold at prices much below market value, stakeholders may perceive the process as unfair or manipulated, eroding confidence in the system. Perception of Crony ...more