G7 Hiroshima Summit- Implications for Japan’s Role
The G7 Summit in Hiroshima holds significance in light of the recent developments like the Russia-Ukraine War, Chinese aggressions and North Korean nu…
Editorials
RBI on Green Deposits- Highlights, Significance & Challenges
The Reserve Bank of India has come up with a regulatory framework for green deposits. While the government has previously experimented with the sovere…
Taxing International Credit Card Transactions- Under the Liberalized Remittance Scheme
Recently, the central government, in consultation with RBI, announced a 20% TCS levy on international credit card transactions outside India. This mov…
The New Washington Consensus- Succeeding the 1990s Washington Consensus
Earlier this month, a set of ideas called the ‘New Washington Consensus’ was put forth by US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan. This was at …
DNA Report as Evidence- Pros, Cons & the Need for Strict Protocol
In a recent case, the Supreme Court commented on the use of DNA report as clinching evidence in criminal cases. It highlighted the possibility of cont…
Haryana Liquor Policy- Why is it Significant?
Recently, Haryana government announced its new liquor policy. Following approval by the Haryana Cabinet, the policy has sparked widespread discussions…
Cluster Development Program- The Issue of Power Asymmetry
The central government has identified 5 companies to play the role of implementing agencies in the Cluster Development Program. While the horticulture…
Model Prison Act- Background, Highlights & Significance
In May, the Ministry of Home Affairs released the Model Prisons Act 2023 to overhaul prison administration in India. It is an attempt to shift away fr…
Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism- Purpose, Working & Criticisms
From October, EU is to commence its ambitious and controversial CBAM regime. While the intentions behind the move may be appreciable, several countrie…
