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Navigating the Intersection: Public Policy Careers for Computer Science Students in India

In the dynamic landscape of India's socio-economic development, the fusion of computer science and public policy has emerged as a powerful catalyst for change. As the nation grapples with complex challenges, from digital inclusion to effective governance, there is a burgeoning demand for professionals who can bridge the gap between technology and policy. For students of computer science keen on contributing to the public sphere, a career in public policy presents a unique and rewarding pathway.

Navigating Careers in Public Policy for Development Studies Students in India

As India continues its journey towards socio-economic development, the demand for skilled professionals in public policy has witnessed a significant surge. For students pursuing developmental studies, a career in public policy presents a unique opportunity to contribute actively to the nation's growth. In this article, we will explore the avenues available in this field and highlight the relevance of online courses, specifically those offered by the Impact and Policy Research Institute (IMPRI).

Decoding Rishi Sunak’s High-Stakes Move: Boldness or Desperation?

British politics has once again taken a turn with the cabinet reshuffle ushered in by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak this week. The sacking of Suella Braverman as Home Secretary and the return of former Prime Minister David Cameron as Foreign Secretary can be viewed both as a desperate gambit by a flailing leader to restore his leadership within and outside the party as well as a dramatic step to redraw the contours of the emerging political contest ahead of elections next year. Whichever way you look at it, the spotlight is now back on Sunak as he comes to grip with the consequences of the decisions he has made.

Global Impacts of The Killings in Gaza

The war will have an impact on societies worldwide with a rise in anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, and generalized xenophobia, weakening democracy in general.

Around 10,000 Palestinian residents of Gaza have been killed, about 40 percent of them children, in Israeli attacks on Gaza so far. The slaughter continues. This will have an impact, less directly lethal but no less malign, on societies around the world, with a rise in anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, and generalized xenophobia, strengthening conspiracy theorists and extreme right-wing parties, and weakening democracy, in general.

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