Author: Asish Kumar
The political landscape of Singapore has significantly evolved since the recent presidential elections. These elections, which are held every six years, are crucial in determining who will lead the country as its head of state. The framework and qualifying requirements of the Singaporean presidential elections, however, are distinctive and reflect the country’s dedication to multiracialism and financial stability. The President of Singapore is a ceremonial and symbolic figurehead who protects the country’s financial resources and the honesty of its civil service. The President has a crucial constitutional role in the nation’s government, even if the Prime Minister and the Cabinet…
India is one of the most varied nations in the world, home to many different cultures, languages, and religions. Islam is one of the country’s major religious groupings, with Muslims making up around 14% of the total population. The Muslim population in India is not uniform, though. It is a patchwork of many customs, tongues, and cultural practices that frequently get lost in the shadow of isolated stories. The largest religious minority population in India is made up of Muslims. As of 2023, they are spread over the nation’s 28 states and 8 union territories. There is still a sizable…
The middle class stands out as a vital and dynamic force that affects the country’s growth trajectory and the fabric of India’s socioeconomic environment. The middle class, which makes up a sizeable section of the population, is essential to the advancement of society, politics, and the economy. We will examine the diverse advantages of India’s middle class and how they have impacted the growth of the country. A socioeconomic class that is between the lower- and upper-income echelons of society might be generically referred to as the middle class. Its ability to afford a particular standard of comfort, education, healthcare,…
The BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) Summit 2023 will take place in Johannesburg, South Africa, from September 22 to 24. Pre-summit discussions reveal that there are a few distinctive and important things to watch out for. For starters, Russian President Vladimir Putin will skip the summit for the first time due to an arrest order issued against him by the International Criminal Court, which might result in a war crimes prosecution upon his arrival in South Africa. The other is BRICS expansion, which will be the subject of a thorough debate during the summit. It’s interesting to…
The continuous rise in the average price of goods and services, known as inflation, may have significant negative effects on the economy and society. Like many other nations, India has undergone increasing inflationary periods that can reduce buying power, interfere with financial planning, and impede economic progress. This problem has to be solved using a multidimensional strategy that includes both short-term fixes and long-term structural changes. In this essay, we examine the factors contributing to India’s growing inflation and provide practical solutions. The worldwide issue of inflation is a significant one. Over the past three years, the global economy has…
The elite in Delhi and Chandigarh read the same publications. The demolition spree at Nuh, where Muslim-owned businesses were being razed as retaliation for supposedly starting the recent disturbances there, was nevertheless stopped by two justices from the Punjab and Haryana High Court, G S Sandhawalia and H R Jeewan, who took suo motu notice of media reports. The presiding justices questioned whether the destruction amounted to “ethnic cleansing.” Ironically, their involvement highlights why Muslims feel let down by the Supreme Court. Mohammad Adeeb, a former member of the Rajya Sabha, filed a case with the Supreme Court accusing the…
Rahul Gandhi, a key player in Indian politics, just returned when the Supreme Court intervened, and this has surely signalled a major turning point in politics. One would anticipate that he would have the honour of serving his constituency in the Parliament as a Member of Parliament (MP). But it’s important to note that the highest court has harshly reprimanded his behaviour as a public figure, notably in his verbal choices. In a remarkable turn of events, the Lok Sabha immediately reinstated his membership when the Supreme Court stayed his sentence, allowing him to take part in vital parliamentary procedures…
In India, the practise of burning crop leftovers that are left behind after harvesting has emerged as a serious environmental concern. This practise presents a serious risk to air quality, public health, and the environment as a whole. It is largely practised in states like Punjab, Haryana, and portions of Uttar Pradesh. It is critical to address the negative effects of stubble burning and investigate workable options for a healthier and more environmentally friendly future as India struggles with the difficulties of contemporary agriculture and sustainable land management. Burning stubble has long been a common practise for rapidly clearing fields…
Rapid technological breakthroughs, shifting populations, and changing healthcare requirements are causing a dramatic transition in India’s healthcare system. India, the second-most populous nation in the world, presents particular difficulties in providing its people with high-quality, easily accessible healthcare. The promising potential exists nonetheless for the future of healthcare in India, notwithstanding these difficulties. The technological divide has been a long-standing problem for the healthcare sector. The industry’s capacity to provide patients with outstanding experiences has been constrained by this divide, which has stifled development and innovation. However, healthcare organisations may transform patient care and close this gap by embracing modernization…
Every Independence Day serves as an occasion to pause and consider India’s development trajectory as a whole. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s prediction that India will overtake China as the third-largest economy during Modi 3.0 goes beyond empty pre-election hyperbole since it is supported by the most current data sets that all go in the same direction. This prediction comes ahead of India’s 77th Independence Day. India saw the rise of a dynamic politician who would later direct the course of the country’s development and have a major impact on international debates. The Modi era, which runs from 2014 to 2024,…