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National Scholarship Portal, 2016

National Scholarship Portal is an initiative by the Government of India under the Digital India initiative and national e-governance plan in 2016  to provide a one-stop solution for students to apply, receive, and disburse various scholarships through the portal easily and effectively. It was developed by the Ministry of Minority Affairs.

Himachal’s Cultural Crossroads: Feudal Revival vs. Social Reform

Incidents of the past few years highlight a shift in the social and cultural milieu of Himachal Pradesh. A state that once evolved through the determination of its political leadership and the momentum of progressive social and cultural movements is witnessing a resurgence of decadent feudal values. Alongside, a rise in right-wing revivalism is reshaping the state's socio-political landscape. Evaluating this trend in the current context, particularly in light of the missed opportunities for a cultural and intellectual renaissance, is essential.

Harnessing Wealth from Waste: India’s Programme on Energy from Urban, Industrial, and Agricultural Wastes and Residues

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) initiated the "Programme on Energy from Urban, Industrial, and Agricultural Wastes and Residues" under Phase-I of the National Bioenergy Programme (2021–2026). This initiative is more than just waste management; it implies a mindful transition towards a circular economy by leveraging the practice of waste converted into renewable energy sources, minimizing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and encouraging decentralized clean energy systems.

Cognitive Science Research Initiative (CSRI), 2008: A Comprehensive Policy Analysis

The CSRI (Cognitive Science Research Initiative) is India’s effort to demonstrate a structured framework nationwide for interdisciplinary cognitive science research. It was spearheaded by the DST (Department of Science and Technology) in 2008.The Indian context presents unique challenges, such as diverse mindsets, languages and cognitive disorders.

Global Political Ideologies and its Environmental Influences

The Climate crisis is obviously real, and it is a massive politically driven crisis. Every  degree of warming, every single emission, and every polluted land, water, and air can be  traced back to political decisions made. Climate change is not an accident, it is a direct  result of economic plans, major policies, and environmental deregulations that favor  short-term gains over long-term sustainability. 

Canada After Trudeau: Carney’s Coalition, Trump’s Shadow, and India’s Opportunity

The Canadian election may have been somewhat eclipsed by US President Donald Trump's trade war, but within the country, Canada turned a political corner. In many ways, the Canadian election results have depicted how the grounds have shifted considerably since the last election in 2021. First, the Liberal party has made a rather expected comeback with just a few seats shy of the majority needed to form the government. In its fourth successive mandate, the Liberal Party has shown a remarkable resilience in sustaining popularity. However, this time, the external factor in Donald Trump was more consequential in galvanising sentiments inside Canada than the Liberal party's own steps towards political revival.

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