The rising population of saltwater crocodiles in Odisha, especially in areas like Bhitarkanika National Park, has significant ecological and social implications. These apex predators play a vital role in maintaining ecosystem balance, but their increasing numbers also bring challenges for local human communities. Ecological Implications: Maintaining Food Chain Balance: As apex predators, crocodiles regulate populations of fish and other aquatic species, preventing overpopulation and promoting biodiversity. Scavenging Role: Crocodiles co ...more

The integration of ex-Agniveers—youths who have completed their short-term service under the Agnipath scheme—into regular security forces like the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) presents several challenges. These challenges span administrative, social, and operational domains, considering the unique background and service tenure of Agniveers. 1. Administrative Challenges Policy Framework: Lack of a clear policy on roles, ranks, and seniority for ex-Agniveers can create confusion and delays in recruitment. Recruitment Proce ...more

In high-profile criminal cases like the Unnao rape case, courts face significant challenges in balancing the rights of the accused and the victims. The judiciary must uphold the principles of a fair trial, protect the dignity of the victim, and ensure that public pressure does not undermine justice. Media and Public Pressure: Media coverage can influence public opinion and create pressure on the judiciary to act swiftly or harshly, which may affect the impartiality of the trial. Right to Fair Trial: The accused has the constitutional r ...more

The principle of 'bail as a right before conviction' means that an accused person should generally be granted bail while awaiting trial, unless there are strong reasons to deny it. This idea has gained attention in India due to concerns about overcrowded jails, lengthy trials, and the rights of undertrials. Implementing this principle could have significant effects on the criminal justice system. 1. Impact on Undertrial Prisoners Reduces Overcrowding: A large proportion of India's prison population consists of undertrial prisoners. Granti ...more

India’s journey in the Global Capability Centres (GCCs) space began as a destination for cost-effective back office operations. Over the years, India has transformed into a global hub for innovation, product development, and strategic business functions for multinational corporations. Initial Phase – Back Office Operations: In the early 1990s and 2000s, India attracted global companies due to its large English-speaking workforce and low costs. GCCs primarily handled IT support, data entry, finance, HR, and other routine ...more

The recent MGNREGA protest in Rae Bareli, attended by Rahul Gandhi, highlights several on-ground challenges faced by rural employment schemes in India. MGNREGA (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act) is a flagship program aimed at providing livelihood security to rural households. However, such protests indicate persistent gaps in its implementation and effectiveness. Delayed Payments: One of the major issues is the delay in wage payments to workers. Many beneficiaries do not receive timely wages, which undermines the purpo ...more