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Technology affects us in positive ways yet can also be disruptive; such is the case with Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA or more commonly known as drones). While drones are proving to be useful for military, commercial, civilian, and even humanitarian activities, their unregulated use carries serious consequences that need to be addressed. This paper examines drone operations in India and analyses the major policy gaps in the country’s evolving
The defence and foreign ministers of Japan and the US, meeting under the bilateral consultative committee, have decided to revise the 1997 Guidelines for US-Japan Defence Cooperation to make sure that the alliance continues to maintain its credibility and effectiveness in deterring conflict in Asia-Pacific.
कोविड साथीपासून देशातील महिलांकरता ऑनलाइन धोके वाढले आ�
The attainment of sustainable urban public transportation in Indian cities will be crucial for its aspiration to rank among the top three economies
By 2030, only 77 percent are expected to have clean cooking fuel, leaving 1.9 billion with traditional sources of fuels
To create a world-class clean energy ecosystem in India that is safe, all stakeholders must work collectively to develop all critical components and a
AI will lead to an age of radical abundance; the development of increasingly capable AI should be monitored to due to the risk they pose for societies
When tempers have cooled down, and the plateau regained, we should rethink IBDH, enforce strict set of "Devyani Guidelines," and derisk an entire gamut of ties - sadly, the US one being the only legacy Manmohan Singh might have had!
The G20 has over the years influenced the growth trajectory of global digital health by ensuring international cooperation between different stakehold
Guidelines on public mobility may be needed to control community transmission. However, when this is carried out in a manner that evokes fear without
In recent years, different research institutions, government bodies, and private entities across countries have issued principles and guidelines for the ethical use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). There is little consensus, however, over universal ethical principles and how to implement them. What are the similarities and differences in AI ethics discussions across geographies, and what are the existing gaps? Crucially, if the larger goa
Pakistan Army recently declared adopting a new doctrine of war fighting, termed sub-conventional warfare, in its policy document, the Green Book. The book, published at regular intervals, is a manual of new doctrines and guidelines which the GHQ distributes among senior military officials.
In 2015, the United Nations agreed to end hunger in all forms by 2030. While India has committed itself as a stakeholder in the 2030 agenda for development, its own record in reducing hunger has been less than satisfactory. Latest data from the National Family Health Survey-4 show an improvement in nutritional indicators of children under-five. However, there are huge differences across states and social groups. Nutrition should thus remain high
In May 2023, India’s University Grants Commission announced draft guidelines to allow foreign universities to establish operations in the country. This paper explores the potential outcomes of the decision by assessing the experiences of foreign institutions in China, the United Arab Emirates, South Korea, and Malaysia. The case studies highlight that only a few world-class universities are keen to establish campuses in foreign countries. As su
G-20 गटाने जागतिक स्तरावरील विविध सहभागी राष्ट्रांमधील आं�
Japan has announced its new military policy changes, amidst escalating tensions, particularly in Northeast Asia. In a major military policy shift, its new National Defense Programme Guidelines has called for shifting of forces from the northern islands of Hokkaido towards the southern islands,
In the biomedical field, laboratories must ensure biosafety while managing pathogens and microorganisms in order to protect personnel and the broader community against potential leaks and lab-acquired infections. Global standards provide a roadmap for the biosafety of laboratories, underscoring the importance of their design and equipment, personnel training, waste management, and communication in preventing potential biohazards from breaching co
Amidst urban growth, equipping cities with the most optimal, cost-efficient, and effective mass rapid transport systems is imperative
Online threats to women in India have increased since the pandemic, but a combination of law enforcement, industry cooperation, and strategic partners
The new regulations introduced by MeITy need to expand beyond gambling games and include guidelines on ethical gameplay and consumer protection
In August 2019, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released its final guidelines for a regulatory sandbox for fintech firms.[1] Technology innovations are disrupting the traditional financial sector, and the RBI’s regulatory sandbox exercise is an attempt to be more agile and absorb some of this disruption. ‘Sandboxes’ give regulators a chance to work with fintech innovators, mitigate potential risks and develop evidence-based policy, while fi
The recent sharing of views on space security, prompted by a UN resolution, has highlighted that legally binding treaties and non-binding norms are no
Any governance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) needs to consider the deadliest applications of AI
The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the formal schooling system in India, as it has across the globe, causing massive pressure on the online education sector. This paper analyses the state of digitalised education in India. It outlines current government guidelines on digital-mode schooling, and uses the case of Maharashtra’s five-year-old efforts at digitalising government schools to gauge preparedness for implementing the guidelines. It highl
With commercial drone operation just around the corner, relevant guidelines need to be introduced to ensure the smooth and safe functioning
The new Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) is market-friendly but is lacking in attention to privacy requirements for sensitive personal data. This report highlights three types of sensitive personal data—i.e., biometric, financial, and health—and emphasises the need for transparent consent mechanisms that will safeguard an individual’s data. It underscores the role of data fiduciaries, urging the formulation of clear operational
The year 2023 has witnessed significant advancements in space exploration. With these remarkable achievements come evolving guidelines to safeguard Ea
Given the massive breach of faith by Facebook, it's unclear how long it will take to re-establish trust in their motives even if companies pledge to improve their data security systems and guidelines.
Does Indian Foreign Policy towards West Asia have to be as fragmented as the region? Probably not. One could start by enunciating a few guidelines that are minimalist; that we are against religious extremism, toppling established states and condemning disproportionate use of force by Israel.
सर्वात जवळचा असा साथी असलेल्या उत्तर कोरियासोबत चीनचे संबंध गेल्या काही वर्षांत संबंध ताणले गेल्याचे दिसून येते आहे. याची कारणमीमांसा आणि पडसाद यांची चर्चा करणारा लेख.
पुरुष आणि स्त्रियांसाठी योग्य मानल्या जाणार्या सामाजिक आणि सांस्कृतिक भूमिकांच्या संबंधात जैविक युद्धाचा असुरक्षित लिंगांवर होणारा परिणाम लक्षात घेणे आवश्यक आहे, क�
2030 पर्यंत, केवळ 77 टक्के लोकांकडे स्वच्छ स्वयंपाक इंधनाची �
शहरांच्या वाढीच्या पार्श्वभूमीवर शहरांसाठी सर्वाधिक अ�
आर्टिफिशियल इंटेलिजन्स (एआय) वर कोणतेही नियम बनवताना, एआ�
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