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Implementation of Clause 6 of the Assam Accord: A Comprehensive Analysis

By – Simran Kaur Signed on August 15, 1985, between the Government of India and the leaders of the Assam Movement, the Assam Accord is a significant document meant to address long-standing concerns over illegal immigration and its impact on Assam’s socio-political milieu. Clause 6 of the Accord stipulates the provision of constitutional, legislative, and […]

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INDIA’S FOREIGN POLICY IN THE MODI ERA : A PARADIGM SHIFT [2014- PRESENT ]

By – Simran Kaur The year 2014, when Narendra Modi was elected India’s Prime Minister, heralded the onset of a complete paradigm shift in foreign policy. Modi’s accession to power augured a rejuvenation of things–domestic and international. Unlike the cautious and incremental approaches of his predecessors, Modi energizes his foreign policy with dynamism, personalization, and

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Transforming Climate Finance for Effective Implementation of SAPCC

By – Rohaan Thyagaraju  This paper examines all the climate finance mechanisms of India, with a focus specifically on the State Action Plan on Climate Change (S.A.P.C.C.) in the context of its effects on Uttar Pradesh. ​Climate finance in India includes different channels of public and private funds whose purpose is to decrease GHG emissions

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Reversing Brain Drain through Policy Interventions in India

By – Rohaan Thyagaraju  Abstract The vision for the future is called “Viksit Bharat” or “Developed India.” It serves to make India a prosperous, independent and globally competitive economy. Among the biggest hurdles to overcome is brain drain- a phenomenon where some highly skilled workers in different fields, from engineering and technology to medicine, leave

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THE IMPACT OF U.S. ELECTIONS ON SOUTH ASIAN STRATEGIC FUTURE

By – Saurabh Singh, Student at RPNLU The outcome of U.S. elections has significant implications not only for domestic politics but also for international relations, particularly in geopolitically sensitive regions such as South Asia. Given the complexity of South Asian politics, including the intricate relationships among India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan,

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AI Governance in India: Navigating Ethical and Regulatory Challenges

By – Naman Yadav Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing multiple sectors globally, transforming industries like healthcare, education, finance, and governance. As AI becomes increasingly integrated into society, its rapid evolution brings not only immense opportunities but also profound ethical, legal, and social challenges. India, with its burgeoning tech ecosystem and ambitious digital initiatives, stands

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The 2024 Jammu and Kashmir Elections: Policy Shifts, Legal Framework, and President’s Rule in a Union Territory

By – Jyothi Sharma Abstract The 2024 Jammu and Kashmir elections are the harbinger of a new political direction that India shall take. It is not just the formation of a government in the Union Territory, which has been under President’s Rule since August 2019, but it also determines certain policy shifts, legal developments, and

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Modernisation of Indian Army’s Assault Rifles: A Strategic Assessment

By – Shresth Introduction The Indian Armed Forces are undergoing modernisation and one important aspect of this transition is replacing its ageing INSAS rifles with more modern and effective assault weapons. This article analyses the factors driving this change, evaluates potential solutions, and highlights the challenges associated with the procurement process. INSAS has been the

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Bangladesh’s Indo-Pacific Outlook is a Missed Opportunity for building a Grand Strategy

By – Nivan Bagchi (Research Fellow) In April 2023, just before Sheikh Hasina’s tri-nation visit to Japan, US and UK, Bangladesh unveiled its Indo-Pacific Outlook (IPO). The short document with 15 points, aiming at attaining the status of a developed nation by 2041, envisages a ‘free, open, peaceful, secure, and inclusive Indo-Pacific for the shared

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