Democratic and Inclusive Universities: A Sign of Progress
This article examines the democratic transformation of universities, situating it within global changes towards inclusion and equity.
Category Society, Literature, Arts, Sports and Culture
Buddhism and Cultural Diplomacy: A Bridge in India–Japan Relations
India-Japan relations have been in the news for trade agreements, technology partnerships, security engagement, and strategic affairs in the Indo-Pacific. But beyond these tangible elements, there is a much deeper relationship associated with shared culture and spirituality- Buddhism.
9th August: International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples: Legacy and Representation
In recognition of their unique contribution to our ecosystem and the lack of awareness surrounding their state of being, every August 9th is observed as the International Day of World’s Indigenous Peoples.
e-ShodhSindhu (eSS) Scheme, 2015: Democratizing Knowledge Access in Indian Higher Education
In this digital age, access to quality academic resources is now a 'need' rather than a 'want'. This awareness led the Ministry of Education to launch the e-ShodhSindhu (eSS) scheme in December 2015, enabling all Indian academic institutions to access quality electronic resources in a cost-effective and equitable manner.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports: Strengthening India’s Youth and Sports Culture
As India is home to the largest youth population in the world, leveraging their potential is crucial for the country's growth. This demographic dividend must be effectively channelled with adequate opportunities for both personal and professional development. For this reason, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports plays an important role, focusing on personality development, skill enhancement, and capacity-building efforts to empower youth and promote sports in the country.
Reimagining Rural Governance through Vibrant Gram Sabha & Panchayat NIRNAY Portals
The Vibrant Gram Sabha and Panchayat NIRNAY portals are key digital initiatives launched by the Government of India to modernize rural governance. Designed to boost transparency and encourage active citizen involvement in Gram Sabha (village assembly) meetings, these platforms replace the old paper-based processes with efficient, real-time digital systems.
STARS: Scheme for Transformational and Advanced Research in Sciences
The Scheme for Transformational and Advanced Research in Sciences is an initiative of the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) and the Department of Higher Education, established in February 2019. It operates with the main aim of promoting translational, India-centric research in sciences, to be implemented and managed by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore. The scheme functions to support socially relevant research in the following six basic thrust areas – Physics, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Nanosciences, Data Sciences & Mathematics, and Earth Sciences.