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  • Joined: August 6, 2023
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The Dark Side of Migration: Trafficking of Women for Domestic Labour in Jharkhand  

Migration is often seen as a pathway to better opportunities, but for many women in Jharkhand, it becomes a trap leading to exploitation and violence. Jharkhand is a state with high out-migration rates and witnesses a significant number of women and young girls leaving their villages in search of employment due to poverty and lack of employment. However, the migration process is often contaminated by illegal placement agencies that exploit the vulnerabilities of individuals by using pieces of employment information.  

Trumping the Dollar: Blockchain’s Bold Bid for Global Dominance

The most sophisticated justification for Trump’s tariff spree comes from Stephen Miran, who heads the president’s council of economic advisers. Miran’s contention is that the normal economic argument in favour of unrestrained trade does not apply to the US because of America’s special circumstance.

Advancing Renewable Integration Through India’s Green Energy Corridor 2015

The concept of a Green Energy Corridor has emerged from a 2012 study by the Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL); the study highlighted that the existing infrastructure is not capable of handling the anticipated surge in renewable energy. Following the study, Power Grid Corporation of India Limited submitted a detailed Green Energy Corridor report in September 2012. The report highlighted the need for a dedicated transmission infrastructure for large-scale solar and wind power plants. Green Energy Corridor as a project was implemented and formally started in 2015, with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) playing a central role in its planning and execution. 

Exploring Decentralized Governance and Blockchain’s Role in India’s Bureaucratic Trust Crisis

India lacks a specific national policy on blockchain for governance, complicating the path forward. This article explores the potential for integrating blockchain into existing e-governance frameworks, drawing on state-level initiatives and global best practices, to propose a policy update that addresses this trust deficit.

Diplomacy in a Volatile West Asia: Trump’s Disruptive Role Amidst Nuclear Tensions and Regional Realignments

The key to addressing the volatility in West Asia is to address Iran’s nuclear programme and find credible and sustainable ways to settle the century-old Palestinian problem, for which a positive shift in the mindset of Tehran, Tel Aviv and Washington DC is a prerequisite.

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