Category Policy Update

Vision 2035: NITI Aayog’s Blueprint for Public Health Surveillance in India

India has made some pivotal decisions in the prevention, control, and elimination of major communicable diseases. The eradication of smallpox worldwide and the elimination of polio in India are notable achievements. Additionally, the incidence of HIV infections has been halved over the last two decades. Pandemic outbreaks such as COVID-19 and the Nipah virus have been effectively contained. These successes underscore the importance of strong public health surveillance systems.

The IT Amendment Rules, 2023: Mandating Fact Checking & Regulating Online Gaming

The Information Technology Act, 2000 (IT Act, 2000) was formulated to provide a legal framework for electronic governance, e-commerce, and cybercrimes. It was established with the aim of ensuring safe digital transactions and reducing cybercrimes on the basis of the United Nations Model Law on Electronic Commerce 1996 (UNCITRAL Model).

TARABAI SHINDE: Reflections on Recent Women Empowerment Scenarios

As we look at our old patriarchal and orthodox society, though in recent times the thought has been improved much, the living conditions for women were very precarious. Women had no rights and were considered inferior to that of men. In ancient times, women were regarded as pious and religious and were worshiped in the form of mother goddesses, as the time passed Brahmanical order came into being, then one after the other, role of women in the society decreased from high esteem to just that of a mere household and husband caretaker. As we talk about the 19th century, there were no schools for women and they were not allowed the basic rights of education.

Northeast and its Success Story of Financial Inclusion

Northeast India has made remarkable strides in financial inclusion, overcoming historical economic challenges through enhanced banking and financial access. With state-led initiatives and technological advancements, the region has seen a significant increase in bank branches, digital transactions, and financial literacy.

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