6 men part of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPIM) faced an encounter with the Indian armed forces in the Bhadradri Kothagudem district of Telangana that borders Chhattisgarh. Weapons and ammunition were also recovered from them. The six maoists were killed during the encounter and two security personnels of the police faced injuries. Who are the Maoists? The Communist Party of India (Marxist) is a banned Marxist-Leninist-Maoist political organisation that believes in radical politics. The members and supporters of CPI(M) are called Maoists. They believe in radical politics and aim to overthrow the existing power structures through violent means,…
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In the first 100 days of the Modi 3.0 government, India has already seen the Act East Policy being put into action. The President, Prime Minister and External Affairs Minister have all travelled to the southeast region of Asia and also hosted ministers from that region to strengthen bilateral ties. India’s Act East Policy The Act East Policy by the Government of India is an effort to establish diplomatic and bilateral ties with the East and South East region in Asia. The Act East Policy is an upgrade from the erstwhile Look East Policy initiated by the then Prime Minister,…
The recommendations from the panel are on the issue of protecting and safeguarding the identities and culture of the native Assamese people against the outsiders. Clause 6 of the Assam Accord is focused on just that; protecting the linguistic, cultural and racial identity of the indigenous people of the state of Assam against other infiltrators. Historical Context The Assam Accord was a three-way agreement signed between the Government of India, the State of Assam and the people who were leading the Assam Movement in 1985. The accord was a conclusion of the six year long turbulence in the region that…
In recent notorious cases, the homes of accused or convicts are torn apart and demolished as a means of ensuring “justice” by the state. When notified of this practice, the Supreme Court called acts of Bulldozer Justice unfair and not permissible by the law. What is Bulldozer Justice? Bulldozer Justice refers to the act of demolishment of houses and other properties when one is found to be in a tussle with the government. This is done mostly before the case is declared closed by the judiciary. This means that there is no announcement of sorts before such an act takes…
Karachi saw crowds of hundreds gathered in its streets to commemorate International Day of the Victims of Forced Disappearances on 30th August. This protest sought to draw attention to the issue of forced disappearances in Pakistan. International Recognition Forced Disappearances has been recognized as an issue at the global level. This became clear in December of 2010, when the United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution expressing concern over the rise in cases of forced disappearances worldwide as well as violence and harassment that follows the witnesses or relatives of the victim after their disappearance. Through this resolution, the United…
Abortion rights have been one of the most divisive and polarising topics particularly contested in contemporary American politics. Trump, in this race, seems to be constantly contradicting and reaffirming his stance on this issue. This leaves voters in a state of perplexity, unable to understand what his government may stand for. Background Abortion refers to the medical process used to terminate a pregnancy. Access to safe pregnancy termination resources is part of the larger sexual healthcare. In 1973, through the Roe v. Wade, the United States decriminalised abortion throughout the nation. In 2022, Roe v. Wade was overturned which gave…
In a recent policy shift, Canada announced that it plans to put a cap on the number of immigrants it accepts, particularly those who come with the motive of studying and settling down in the country. This poses a big risk for the Indian diaspora who live there given that their residency in the country may be at risk when this policy comes into effect. Why did the Canadian Government Cut Down on Visa Permits? Immigrants contribute significantly to Canada’s total population. Around 20% of its total population consists of immigrants. Particularly Indian immigrants choose the path of studying in…
The Yogi government in Uttar Pradesh has announced yet another decision that will leave a lasting mark on the politics of the state. This is the new ‘UP Digital Media Policy 2024’ which has been cleared by the Uttar Pradesh cabinet on Tuesday evening. Key Features of the Policy This is a government-centric policy, working for the promotion of government schemes and programs. This policy aims to filter the kind of content that is put out on social media by individuals. Any content that is found to be vulgar, demeaning or anti-national can be reported and harsh measures will be…
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs headed by the Prime Minister approved the setting up of 12 industrial smart cities on Wednesday, 28th August. The estimated budget for an investment of this sort is Rs 28,500 crores. It is expected to generate employment sources, directly and indirectly, for the youth. This decision has been taken under the National Industrial Corridor Development Programme (NICDP). Areas to be included in the project The 12 areas to be developed into smart cities are spread throughout the nation and have been selected on the basis of their potential to house and support economic growth…
No work-life balance is a growing problem in today’s world. One often finds themselves in positions where they have to work overtime and often have little to no time for themselves. To combat this, the Australian government has introduced a new law. On Monday, the Australian government extended the legal right to its citizens to ignore their boss’ or senior’s call or messages after their shift has ended. This law aims to offer relief to people who feel obligated to be available around the clock professionally. What does the law say? The law advocates for more relaxed work environments. It…
