Living Wills- On the Recent SC Guidelines
Recently, a 5-Judge Bench of the Supreme Court altered the guidelines for ‘living wills’ to ease up the procedure for passive euthanasia.
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Menstrual Leave- Initiatives, Significance & Concerns
Following CUSAT’s announcement, the Kerala government too has announced plans to provide period leave for female students.
Panchayat Autonomy- Provisions & Challenges
Recently, an upsarpanch (a vice-chairperson of a Gram Panchayat) committed suicide in Jayashankar Bhupalpally district of Telangana. He had reportedly…
Game of Skill vs Game of Chance- How to Differentiate?
Recently, the Chhattisgarh legislature passed an Act to govern gambling in the state. Of particular significance is its provisions banning online gamb…
State Government Budgets- RBI Report Highlights
While much of the recent public debate focuses on the upcoming Union government budget, it mustn’t be forgotten that state governments’ budgets ac…
Deepfakes- Need for Regulation
Deepfakes are permeating into various aspects of the society- ranging from cyber-harassment to election manipulations- with significant negative conse…
Joshimath Crisis- Highlights, Reasons & Concern
Following recent developments in Joshimath, it is feared that the Himalayan town may be on the verge of extinction. If things aren’t controlled soon…
Delayed Census- Reasons & Implications
Following 2 years of delay, the census exercise is expected to be delayed even further. The 2021 exercise is not expected to commence before September…
National Green Hydrogen Mission- Highlights, Pros & Cons
Recently, the Union Cabinet approved the National Green Hydrogen Mission, with a ₹19,744 crore allocation, in pursuit of developing India into a ‘…
