India and Japan’s Special Strategic and Global Partnership, rooted in trust and shared democratic values, has matured into a robust alliance spanning trade, technology, infrastructure, and security. With a common vision for a free, open, and prosperous Indo-Pacific, both nations collaborate to ensure regional stability, connectivity, and sustainable development.
Click to View MoreThe 130th Constitutional Amendment Bill, 2025, seeks to criminalize politics by amending Articles 75, 164, and 239AA, requiring the removal of Prime Ministers, Chief Ministers, or ministers for 30 consecutive days for serious charges. The government supports this move for political morality and governance, but opposition concerns arise about potential misuse and violating the principle of innocence.
Click to View MoreJudiciary is integrating AI for efficient, transparent, and accessible justice. Initiatives like SUPACE and SUVAS help judges with research and translation. However, AI presents ethical challenges like data privacy and algorithmic bias. A human-centric approach is crucial for fairness, justice, and accountability.
Click to View MoreVocational training system is crucial for achieving the 'Viksit Bharat' vision. Despite government schemes like Skill India Mission and PMKVY, challenges like low participation and poor quality persist. The National Education Policy 2020 aims to integrate vocational and mainstream education, strengthen industry linkages, adopt international models, and ensure quality and relevance.
Click to View MoreIndia is negotiating a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) to unlock new markets, boost exports, support MSMEs, and diversify trade partnerships. Facing challenges like US sanctions pressure, India aims to expand market access, diversify trade partnerships, and improve global economic position.
Click to View MoreThe 93rd Constitutional Amendment Act addresses deepening inequality in private educational institutions by extending affirmative action. However, it faces challenges due to institutional autonomy and meritocracy vs the state's obligation to ensure social equity. A modern India must balance legislation, financial support, and monitoring mechanisms for an equitable education system.
Click to View MoreSimultaneous elections propose holding Lok Sabha and State Assembly polls together to reduce costs, ensure policy continuity, and improve governance. While historically practiced, re-implementation faces constitutional and logistical hurdles. A Parliamentary committee is currently examining its feasibility, and the Lok Sabha recently granted an extension for the committee to submit its report.
Click to View MoreUniversal Health Coverage (UHC) aims to ensure equitable, affordable healthcare for all citizens. Despite progress, challenges include low public spending, skilled personnel shortages, out-of-pocket expenses. A path forward involves increasing public investment, strengthening primary care, leveraging technology like telemedicine and digital health records (ABDM), to guarantee quality and accessible services for all.
Click to View MoreBrain drain, or skilled emigration, hampers India's development due to limited opportunities and better foreign prospects. To counter this, India needs to improve its domestic environment, boost R&D, and engage its diaspora for "brain gain," securing its future as a global knowledge hub.
Click to View MoreUS-Russia tensions impact India with new US tariffs on Indian imports, a direct response to its Russian oil purchases. India, defending its energy security, faces pressure on strategic autonomy. It responds by diversifying defense, boosting indigenous production, and strengthening global economic partnerships to maintain independence.
Click to View MoreIndia and the Philippines have formed a Strategic Partnership, aiming for joint naval exercises, BrahMos missile discussions, trade liberalization, digital economy support, and visa facilitation. The Philippines is crucial for India's Indo-Pacific vision and counterbalancing China, with challenges including China's influence and connectivity gaps.
Click to View MoreChina's increasing export controls pose a threat to India, whose economy depends on China for critical minerals production and rare earth processing. India's response includes diplomatic pressure, diversification of supply chains, strengthening international partnerships, and implementing Atmanirbhar Bharat to reduce import dependence.
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