A Despondent Europe
It may be quieter now but the fires that burned France for the past few days have been simmering for years. It is a dangerous situation, one that can explode anytime.
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Contemporary Legal & Judicial Proceedings & Way Forward
Maya Awasthy talked about Contemporary Legal & Judicial Proceedings & Way Forward surrounding the rights and recognition of India's transgender community. It starts by making a reference to the British colonial era, when transgender people (Hijras) faced discrimination and criminalization. It draws attention to the consequences of the Criminal Tribes Act of 1871, which labelled the Hijras as a criminal tribe.
Unlearning Gender: Masculinities and Queer Space in India and Beyond
An enlightening session on "Masculinities and Space in India and Beyond" was conducted as part of the "Simply Beyond Binaries" workshop. The session aimed to delve into the intricate connections between masculinity, queer studies, and gender studies. Dr. Debashis Mitra, an Assistant Professor, delivered an insightful presentation, providing a comprehensive overview of masculinity studies and its relevance in contemporary society.
Is the Vagabond Happy? Friendship, Family and Queerness
The workshop titled "Beyond Binaries: Understanding Sexual Identities and Queer Rights Issues in India" was a five-day immersive online certificate training course organized by the IMPRI Gender Impact Study Centre (GISC). The event featured an esteemed panel of experts who shared their expertise and experiences.
Why is PLI Scheme Suboptimal?
India’s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, launched in 2020 with high expectations, aimed to provide a subsidy of Rs 1.9 lakh crore over six years. However, as of March 2023, only Rs 3,400 crore in claims have been received and Rs 2,900 crore disbursed. The scheme had, therefore, experienced a significant shortfall.
Deciphering Diplomacy: Prospects for the Indian Ocean’s Future
Recently, I happened to attend the 6th Indian Ocean conference ,2023 in Dhaka which was organized by the India Foundation in collaboration with Ministry of External Affairs of India and Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bangladesh among others.