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India’s AI Ascendancy: Carving a Unique Path to Superpower Status

In a world fixated on the AI rivalry between the United States and China, India is quietly scripting a different narrative. “India could be a different kind of AI superpower,” declared The Economist in its latest leaders column, adding, “It won’t look like America or China. It could still be a winner.” This vision sidesteps the zero-sum race for computational dominance, instead leveraging India’s vast population, linguistic diversity, and developer talent to forge an AI ecosystem that prioritizes inclusion and practical utility. While the U.S. churns out frontier models and China deploys state-backed surveillance tech, India is betting on human-scale AI—tools that empower its 1.4 billion citizens to bridge systemic gaps in healthcare, education, and agriculture. One year on from The Economist ’s earlier query—can India win at AI?—the evidence suggests it’s not just competing but redefining what victory looks like. A Data Powerhouse with a Human Touch India’s AI journey is fueled by i...
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UKRAINE: Overview of Rukh Oporu (Resistance Movement)

Rukh Oporu (Ukrainian: Рух Опору, translated as "Resistance Movement") is a specialized corps-level unit within the Special Operations Forces (SSO) of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, designated with the military identifier A0987. Established to orchestrate and support resistance activities in Russian-occupied territories of Ukraine, the unit plays a critical role in Ukraine’s asymmetric warfare strategy. It conducts sabotage, intelligence gathering, psychological operations, and direct/indirect actions to disrupt Russian control and bolster Ukrainian morale. Here is an expanded exploration of its origins, structure, operations, and broader significance in the context of the Russo-Ukrainian War. Historical Context and Establishment Origins in 2014 : The concept of Rukh Oporu emerged following Russia’s annexation of Crimea and the outbreak of conflict in eastern Ukraine in 2014. The occupation of Ukrainian territories prompted the Ukrainian government to develop covert resistance n...
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The Looming Reckoning: What Happens if the $3 Trillion AI Boom Implodes?

The Looming Reckoning: What Happens if the $3 Trillion AI Boom Implodes? The artificial intelligence (AI) investment frenzy, projected to pour $3 trillion into data centres by 2028, has been hailed as the next great technological leap, promising to reshape economies and societies. Yet, beneath the euphoria, a growing chorus of experts warns of a potential bust that could rival the dot-com crash of the early 2000s. If AI fails to deliver on its lofty promises—or even if it succeeds only partially—the financial, economic, and societal fallout could be profound, leaving a trail of stranded assets, shattered valuations, and eroded trust. Drawing on insights from leading economists, technologists, and industry analysts, this article explores the risks of a messy end to the AI boom and the precarious tightrope the global economy now walks. A Feverish Investment Surge The scale of investment in AI infrastructure is staggering. Morgan Stanley estimates that $3 trillion will be spent on data ce...
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Expanding Modern Science

K. Srinivasachari There is an inherent orderliness in nature. This orderliness (Law-governed order) manifests as rationality in living beings. In humans, this rationality is expressed at a higher level because humans and other living beings are inseparable parts of nature. By systematically understanding nature’s orderliness through rationality, science has emerged. As humanity studies the expanding universe, human knowledge continues to expand. The progress of science enables human advancement. Although it is currently impossible to precisely determine when human thought began, it can be said that humans are ancient. Recent scientific findings indicate that Homo sapiens sapiens emerged around three hundred thousand years ago. This implies that the age of human thought on Earth is also approximately three hundred thousand years. Compared to the Earth's age, this is a very short span. The cumulative knowledge amassed over this brief period can be regarded as modern science. Due to ...
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The Case for a Caste Census: Advancing Development and Constitutional Values

A recent critique has raised alarms about a proposed caste census in India, arguing it risks diverting the nation from development and undermining the Constitution’s foundational values. The claim suggests that such a census would entrench caste divisions, reinforcing their salience in society. However, this perspective is misguided. Far from being a threat, a caste census is a vital tool for advancing India’s development and upholding the Constitution’s commitment to equality and social justice. Aligning with Constitutional Mandates India’s Constitution is a transformative document, explicitly designed to address historical injustices and promote equality. Articles 15, 16, and 46 mandate affirmative action to uplift marginalized groups, including Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes. These provisions recognize that caste has historically shaped access to resources, opportunities, and dignity. However, effective implementation of these constitutional guaran...
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The Politics of Caste Enumeration in India: Opportunities, Deflections, and Historical Patterns

The Politics of Caste Enumeration in India: Opportunities, Deflections, and Historical Patterns Introduction: The Promise and Peril of Census 2027 Sociologist Trina Vithayathil, author of Counting Caste (Cambridge University Press, published online April 30, 2025), argues that India’s Census 2027 presents a unique opportunity to map the intersections of caste, gender, and religion. However, without institutional accountability and transparency, the census risks perpetuating historical patterns of bureaucratic deflection—strategies used by the state to suppress meaningful caste data and analysis. Historically, successive Indian governments have promised caste enumeration only to backtrack, raising the question: Will Census 2027 be a genuine step toward caste equity, or another deflection? The Bihar Caste Survey: A Case Study in Decentralization In October 2023, the Government of Bihar published preliminary findings from its first statewide caste survey, followed by a full report in Nov...
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జనగణనలో కుల గణన: పారదర్శకత ఎలా?

T.Chiranjeevulu, IAS Ret కేంద్ర ప్రభుత్వం 2025 ఏప్రిల్ 30న జనగణనలో కుల గణన చేపట్టాలని తీసుకున్న నిర్ణయం భారతదేశంలో సామాజిక న్యాయం కోసం ఒక చారిత్రక అడుగు. ఇది ఓబీసీల చిరకాల డిమాండ్‌ను నెరవేర్చడమే కాక, వెనుకబడిన కులాలకు న్యాయం అందించే దిశగా కొత్త అధ్యాయాన్ని సృష్టిస్తుంది. అయితే, ఈ కుల గణన పారదర్శకంగా, విశ్వసనీయంగా జరగాలంటే కొన్ని కీలక అంశాలను పరిగణనలోకి తీసుకోవాలి. ఈ వ్యాసంలో పారదర్శకత, విశ్వసనీయత కోసం అవసరమైన సూచనలను చర్చిస్తాం. కుల గణన యొక్క ప్రాముఖ్యత భారతదేశంలో కులం ఒక సామాజిక వాస్తవికత. ఇది వివక్ష, అణచివేతలకు కారణమవుతుంది. కుల గణన ద్వారా సామాజిక, ఆర్థిక వెనుకబాటుతనాన్ని గుర్తించి, సమస్యలకు పరిష్కారాలు చూపే అవకాశం ఉంది. ఇది ఓబీసీ రిజర్వేషన్ల సమీక్ష, ఉప-వర్గీకరణ, మానవ అభివృద్ధి సూచికల మెరుగుదలకు దోహదపడుతుంది. పారదర్శకత కోసం సూచనలు కుల గణన విజయవంతంగా, నమ్మకంగా జరగాలంటే కింది సూచనలు పాటించాలి: సెన్సస్ డిపార్ట్‌మెంట్ ఆధ్వర్యంలో నిర్వహణ కుల గణన సెన్సస్ డిపార్ట్‌మెంట్ ఆధ్వర్యంలో జరగాలి, ఎందుకంటే ఈ విభాగంలో శిక్షణ పొందిన అధికారులు, అనుభవం, పర్యవేక్షణ నైపుణ్యం ఉంటాయి. గతంలో (2011) గ్రామీ...
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