#Top Government Jobs in India

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Government job in Uttarakhand may pave your way to a brighter and enticing career

Just like the days post independence, when a Government job in Uttarakhand used to be a great accomplishment for people, right now the situation has led to similar popularity of these jobs.

The reason people find government jobs enticing is to accomplish stability in the lifestyle it provides. One does not have to be concerned about losing a job, no matter whether the economy is in great condition or not. Once you get a Government job in Uttarakhand, you will be in the same job till you retire. Therefore, the most vital aspect of any work that government provides is peace of mind.

Lately, government job is one of the most enticing opportunities by new students. There is a prevailing globalization, and thus many private organizations that went out to pay their staffs much more than they can imagine. Then there was software for which companies were ready to hire many people and provide them good rewards. Nonetheless, it was the biggest weakness of these posts that there is no stability. One person may lose this job after a period of a couple of years or there will be no growth in employment after that period and again he wouldn’t have to look for a new job. He might have to stay out of work till the time he gets a new job.

Uttra News provides you the best platform for top India news from India along with top headlines. What is happening around the world? Is it something that everyone would like to know about? Apart from all other essentials in the life, news has also become one of the essentials of our living. In our hectic schedule, we don’t get sufficient time to keep up with the whole newspaper. What we can do is simply log online and there we are with breaking news. One of the best techniques of staying updated about all the concerns and current affairs about any such topics happening in the world or in the market is through the internet.

There are several information websites which are working on their own online. Not just organization information can be obtained; nonetheless in case you are looking for sport activities, there is also sports activities information. The latest stock exchange information and daily business news can be obtained apart from the latest news. After you have explored the best information on an online website, you are able to review that one website can be able together the breaking news regularly. You might also sign up on your own and might just browse through the most recent events. Therefore, online news is the best option.

The present youths of the country believe in a peaceful professional life. Stress to meet deadlines and long working hours are too much to deal with in private sector jobs and this is where Uttra News takes any good job in a private organization.

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UPSSSC 2024: सहायक लेखाकार और लेखा परीक्षक के 1800 से अधिक पदों पर भर्ती, आवेदन कैसे करें

UPSSSC 2024: सहायक लेखाकार और लेखा परीक्षक के 1800 से अधिक पदों पर भर्ती, आवेदन कैसे करें UPSSSC 2024 Recruitment: उत्तर प्रदेश अधीनस्थ सेवा चयन आयोग UPSSSC 2024 ने सहायक लेखाकार और लेखा परीक्षक के पदों के लिए भर्ती की घोषणा की है। इसमें रुचि रखने वाले उम्मीदवार नीचे आवेदन करने के लिए आवश्यक पात्रता को जान सकते हैं। उत्तर प्रदेश अधीनस्थ सेवा चयन आयोग UPSSSC 2024 ने सहायक लेखाकार और लेखा परीक्षक…

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Top 10 Government Jobs After 10th💰10th pass ke baad Govt jobs in India ...

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Top 10 Highest Paying Jobs in the World | जगातील शीर्ष 10 सर्वाधिक पगाराच्या नोकऱ्या

जगातील टॉप 10 सर्वात जास्त पगाराच्या नोकर्‍या - तुम्हाला सर्वात जास्त सशुल्क करिअर आणि त्यांचा सरासरी पगार शोधायचा आहे का. जर तुम्हाला अधिक पैसे कमवायचे असतील किंवा तुम्हाला नोकरीच्या जगात तुमचे चांगले करिअर सुरू करायचे असेल तर हा लेख तुमच्यासाठी आहे. https://rb.gy/6jyryi

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I’ve heard comparisons to various kinds of regimes that we could expect of the upcoming shitstorm. Do we have any idea of which one is most likely? I’ve heard everything from India to Franco’s Spain…

I mean to be clear I have no idea, no inside track, just kinda a gut feeling?

I think we have a range from Netanyahu to Putin on the illiberal "Democracy" scale, I hope we land on Netanyahu where elections are still possible and unseating him is hard but doable. In a Netanyahu like scenario the illiberal leader floods the zone with propaganda, radicalizes his supporters, attacks free media and demonizes political opponents as dangerous to the nation. But elections themselves remain free and fair its just the public discourse thats been corrupted and the leader is very comfortable doing give aways to key supporting blocks to win votes, national consequences be damned.

this clearly is very bad, and like Netanyahu you can expect Trump to attack our system of Justice and undermine its independence and try to destroy its powers all in the name of protecting himself. Hopefully however Trump's attacks will be narrowly focused on himself and not end up destroying much of our justice system.

I fear however we might end up with an Orbán or Erdoğan type system, where the above holds with the corruptions of media, the radicalization and radical polarization of society and the corruption of government to the sole end of the re-election of the leader and his party. But on top of that, elections are no longer free. I fear less a top down banning of elections, that remains very unlikely. I fear more local Republicans. I suspect no matter what they'll keep doing what they're doing, which is underfunding elections so major urban areas don't have enough polling places and suffer long lines and lower turn out, as well as passing more annoying and difficult voter ID laws designed to lower turnout particularly among black voters.

but I worry that with a Trump heavy judiciary more of these laws will get through and be MORE restrictive. I also fear we could see local Republican elected officials now empowered, will refuse to certify elections they dislike, or actively cheat and with a Trump controlled DOJ cases just are never brought, while local Democratic officials might live under a microscope and be charged and removed for literally any imaginary thing. Indeed we saw Ron DeSantis removed a number of local legal officials who were popularly elected because he didn't like how they did their jobs. We could see a lot more of that in general but aimed at local Democratic elections officials in red/swing states.

in that case it goes from past hard to nearly impossible to remove the illiberal leader.

so basically we have to hope he just/only makes our society a toxic hate filled hell pit and the corruption of our Democracy remains minimal

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Could I take DEL 2 suitcase?

Actually, you don't know what you would have expected…. What do you associate with India? Spices? Colorful robes? The gold treasure of a maharajah? You certainly didn't expect a suitcase that heavy. And full of strange boxes and ampoules. All labeled in a language you don't understand at all. What on earth are these letters?

Disappointed, you put the suitcase in the corner. No treasure of gold. So you have to try honest work again. But first you should finish your MBA. Otherwise your parents will cut you off.

While zapping through the TV program, you get stuck on a Bollywood tearjerker in the evening. Hey, you recognize those letters. They are also on the contents of your suitcase. And in fact, after a while, you find the tearjerker not so bad. Some of the actors look really hot.

You fell asleep in front of the TV. When you wake up in the middle of the night, the news from Delhi is on. The morning is already over there. It's getting close to noon. Drowsy, you listen to see if anything is going on. But only the usual reports of government crises and floods. What is wrong with this country. You fall into your bed and fall asleep immediately.

Your alarm clock rings at 06:00. You have to work a bit before going to university. You work in the first level support of a software manufacturer. Annoying customer inquiries. But well paid. And if you're lucky, you'll be hired after graduation. Although, as a Data Scientist you will always find a job. As long as you have your bachelor's degree.

On campus, you'll be drawn outside during your lunch break. The others avoid the heat. But 32 degrees Celsius is not heat for you. You're used to something else. You do a few pull-ups on the horizontal bar. It's time for a proper workout. Tonight you really have to go to the gym.

When you finally get home, you remember the suitcase. Some of the things are not quite legal here. But if you want to reach your goals, you need support. You pick out a protein shake. And take one of the L-carnitine ampoules. Why didn't you clear out the suitcase yesterday? You sort everything neatly into the cupboard and prepare your nutritional supplements for the next day. And you go to bed.

You get up at 3:00 am. Damn the time difference. But as the head of your startup, you have to attend one or the other online meeting in Noida. You hide your long hair, which you are so proud of, under a cap. When the call is over, you go to the gym for an hour. And after that, your hair is washed and groomed. But right after sleeping you can't show it to the public.

Good workout! Now you can show the losers in the lecture hall that they know nothing about data science. They may make fun of your Indian accent. But you are the youngest lecturer the faculty has had. And the only one who teaches in a tank top.

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The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering K.Ramakrishnan College of Technology, in association with the IEEE Student Branch, recently organized an insightful invited talk on “Demystifying FPGA Design: From Concept to Implementation.” Further, this event, featured Dr.M.Elangovan, Associate Professor, Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, Government College of Engineering, Trichy. Moreover, nearly 122 third-year students from our department attended the session, actively participated, and greatly benefited from the expert insights shared.

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OK NOW YOUR TURN

pls pls ramble abt any niche interest you have

HELLO THANK YOU

*invokes inner history nerd* so. listen here colonizer and listen good. i will subject you to my random knowledge cuz due to youtube, undiagnosed neurodivergency and most importantly- bad jokes. i have a vari-tea of niche interests but the first thing that came to my mind was my knowledge of the history of how Indians became one of The Top Consumers of Tea.

how did this wonder-drug make its way into our masala covered hearts? what led to the fact that everyday at 4pm the word at the tip of most indians' tongues is "chai"?this is my thesis as a pro desi tea obsessed freak.

This story, like most in our history, starts with the arrival of the British. i would like to insert this picture i found in a video that i laughed at for a solid five minutes:

anyway

technically tea was invented in china, and for a very long time it was exclusively grown there. it was a very high class commodi-tea. it was considered so precious that in 1662 when king charles the second married the Portuguese princess catherine of braganza: her dowry was a chest of tea and THE ENTIRE ISLAND OF MUMBAI (then, bombay) for an annual lease of 10 pounds. let me make that clearer. THE PLACE WHERE A 1BHK HOUSE IS SO EXPENSIVE MOST PPL CANT AFFORD WAS EQUIVALENT TO THIS:

needless to say the brits was so freaking addicted man. they wanted this. so bad.

By the 18th centuary there was a war between the english and the dutch and the brit resources were down the toilet so they couldnt afford to spend all that silver on the trade of tea leaves with china. and china was uninterested in anything the white boys were offering.

UNTIL they discovered something china wanted.

✨Drugs✨

the white boys wanted that tea. and they would do anything. so they started growing opium in india (by that time they had colonized us bruh. they came into our backyard and were like "bro we're such good friends pretty please let me use ur backyard" "ok what do you want to do w it?" "i wanna grow drugs bro" "....ok" "you'll work for me no bro?" "why would i do that" "bro its ur backyard bro" "what-" *england pulls out slavery* "SHUT UP AND DO IT") (dont come at me lmao this is a very rough simplification of what happened)(imma get blocked for this?)

anyway, brits grew opium and smuggled it to china in return for TEA. FOR TEA. 40.

now after the charter act of 1833 (idk what that is exactly but basically brits lost its trade monopoly with china and so now china said we should see other people and it was an open relationship and britian got very pissed but they signed the act anyway i think)

to deal with this they established the Tea Committee (this isnt the first government board specifically for tea. there were plen-tea of others like the Tea Board Of India) which dealt w the extraction of techniques, tea seads and resources from the chinese. this was highly unsuccessful and china was not impressed. this is an example of british desperation they'll do anything at this point. (took everything in me to not insert pictures of how they treated indian farmers. it was *inhales, lets go of anger for my ancestors treatment* bad)

but in the end this qoute i found (undoubtedly by a white man) "fortune favours the white men" came tru and they got their way.

oh you thought i was done? haha babygurl i am not

in 1843 robert fortune, who was a scottish horticulturist, went on a solo trip to china to study (read as: steal) tea plantations. no actually apparently he did study cuz he published a book(i forgot the name).(yes. HIS NAME WAS ROB. FORTUNE. talk about being born for a job)

lemme insert a quick meme here:

(they actually hired him on the spot and gave the amazed man 500 pounds per annum and sent him off to china)

he was to perform what we call The Great British Tea Heist the brits had found their vigilan-tea

my guy was committed to his role and shaved his head and pretended to be a monk and after 3 months wrote a letter to his company saying "bro i got the goodssss"

lmao no this it what the letter said- "l have much pleasure in informing you," he wrote, "that I have procured a large supply of seeds and young plants which l trust will get safely to India."

NOW they finally had the greens and started planting it in india. over the years indian tea topped the market in britian as the best tea. mostly cuz the white boyz HYPED it up. they even started doing diss tracks for chinese tea. this is something read right out of an advertisment- "indian teas are more wholesome, purer, cheaper and better than chinese teas in every single way". white boyz started saying stuff like they got out of a toxic realtionship with china and a healthy one with india (but they were the toxic ones)

now brits tried to globalize indian tea to get the moneyyy~ from indians.

their first experiment with (another) government body for tea- Indian Tea Association began on the indian railways. these railways were the ancestor of the IRC-tea-C. basically they started making tea on the railway platforms. this started the trend of tea being the signature experience on every indian train journey, from the first class to economy, everyone was having it (cuz trains were introduced and quickly became popular in use). train tea was said to be better than the quality of tea in 5 star hotels. and this converted us from a nation of tea-totalers to teach addcits.

now i just have one thing to say in the end. HOW did the quality decline so badly my desi brothers and sisters? nowadays the tea on trains is basically water but brown. milk is a lie.

anyway. on the end we got it right. we took tea from the chinese and brits and we added milk and we added sugar and we got:

✨chai✨

you have reached the end. congrats.

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It is so frustrating that the LA Times does not have a gift article option, because this article is an incredible snapshot of the U.S. immigration system from the immigrants' perspective. Everyone should read this.

We live in a country where so many people are living half-lives, lives of deep uncertainty, instability, and fear. Their lives are paralyzed. Every story told in this article is a story I have encountered time and time again.

In the (too) many years I have been working in immigration law, it always stuns me how little American citizens understand about the process and what it takes to become a legal resident here. A friend once said to me, totally sincerely, that before he had met me he thought that the only thing keeping undocumented immigrants from becoming legal was that they didn't want to fill out the paperwork and pay a fee.

In reality, the U.S. immigration system is a sprawling network of laws that have been built one on top of the other to create a labyrinthine process that takes years to navigate and is impossible without expensive legal assistance.

Here is a snapshot of the process from the article:

The U.S. caps the number of permanent employment-based immigrants at 140,000 annually, with no more than 7% allowed from any one country. As a result, people in countries with large numbers of applicants could wait a lifetime. The wait for an employment-based green card for residents of India is 134 years, according to Cato’s estimate, based on government data. A U.S. citizen who wants legal permission for their married adult child to immigrate to the U.S. from Mexico would have to wait 160 years at the current rate of approval.

One of the more recent developments I have observed since the Trump administration is a growing fear among people who have already successfully navigated the process that their status--even among naturalized citizens--continues to be perilous and liable to be snatched away at any given moment.

And this has a real impact on our communities - on our ability to enforce the laws that are supposed to make all of us safe and successful.

About 4 in 10 poll respondents said they had avoided things like talking to the police, applying for a job or traveling out of fear of drawing attention to their status or the status of someone in their family.

I could go on and on about this. I don't have all the solutions, but I would say a good start would be to at least double the number of immigrant visas available annually in all categories. The very least we can do is to stop artificially throttling the process.

The immigrants are already here. They are contributing to our society in enormous ways. They are our colleagues and classmates. They are our neighbors. There is no reason not to give them the true freedom that we all enjoy and take for granted.

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Wage Inequality and Labour Market

By Sraddha R

In this blog post, we'll look at three compelling studies that shed light on wage disparities in Europe and India, as well as the critical role of labour market institutions. Take a seat, and let's get started!

INTRODUCTION

The labour market serves as a barometer for trends in employment, economic well-being, and the broader societal challenges posed by wage inequality. Our investigation begins with an acknowledgement of the modern global economy's profound impact on globalisation, technological advancements, and evolving work structures. These seismic shifts reshape industries, redefine skill requirements, and, as a result, affect wage structures. Wage inequality, which reflects the unequal distribution of earnings across gender, ethnicity, education, and occupation, is at the heart of this complex issue.

Study 1: The Structure of the Labour Market and Wage Inequality in European Countries

This study focuses on France, Germany, and Italy, meticulously analysing changes in wage inequality from 2005 to 2013. The findings show distinct patterns, such as a decrease in wage inequality in Germany, a decrease in France with explicit job polarisation structures, and a significant increase in Italy. Using a decomposition approach, the study considers variables such as gender, marital status, health, experience, education, contract type, economic status, and job categories.

The study emphasises the role of national labor-market protections, historical policy spending, and broader socioeconomic and political factors in shaping wage inequality trends. Tailored policy recommendations are emerging, urging France and Germany to implement policies that promote women's participation and improve job-related careers. In contrast, Italy faces challenges such as a lack of a legal minimum wage and political instability, necessitating specific policy responses.

Study 2: Recent Trends in India's Wealth Inequality

Using data from the Annual Income and Expenditure Surveys, this paper investigates wealth inequality in India using decomposition analyses. The study differentiates contributions from within and between group components, identifying sources of wealth concentration and drawing parallels between wealth and consumption inequality trends.

According to the study, increasing wealth concentration in India is linked to neoliberal growth, emphasising the failure to address employment and earnings disparities. While the study provides valuable insights, it is suggested that a more explicit discussion of policy implications and interventions be included. A complex policy framework is required to guide future research and inform effective policy decisions.

Wage Inequality and Low Pay: The Role of Labour Market Institutions, Study 3

The impact of labour market institutions on low-wage employment in OECD countries is investigated in this study. It seeks to comprehend the impact of trade unions, collective bargaining, and wage regulations on wage distribution, particularly in low-wage industries. The study distinguishes between different wage distribution segments, recognising variations in the analysis through the use of bivariate correlations and incorporating various control variables such as minimum wages and unemployment benefits.

According to the study's findings, labour market institutions account for more than 60% of cross-country differences in low pay. According to the study, strong unions protect against low pay, whereas centralised bargaining systems effectively limit wage disparities at the top. Minimum wages and welfare systems have varying effects across wage distribution segments. Governments, according to the study, can address rising earnings disparities and low-wage employment by supporting effective labor market institutions.

Comparative Evaluation

Our comparative analysis reveals the distinct perspectives provided by each study, shedding light on various dimensions and dynamics in different countries. The in-depth examination of economic inequality ranges from changes in wage inequality in European countries to wealth dynamics in India and the impact of labour market institutions on low-wage employment in OECD countries.

Conclusion

Taken together, the studies emphasise the interconnectedness of factors influencing income distribution and the importance of nuanced, context-specific policy decisions. The journey has shed light on labour market dynamics and economic outcomes, emphasising the complexities of addressing wage inequality in our pursuit of an equitable future where the benefits of economic growth are shared by all.

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Five years since Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government stripped Jammu and Kashmir of its autonomous status, the central government’s iron-fisted approach to the region has left it more vulnerable to regional and geopolitical threats.

While Kashmir Valley, which has withstood the brunt of armed insurgency since 1989, continues to simmer with militancy-related violence, the theater of terrorism has now extended into the otherwise peaceful province of Jammu. Since 2019, at least 262 soldiers and 171 civilians have died in more than 690 incidents, including the February 2019 Pulwama terrorist attack. The unsustainable and disproportionate loss of lives underscores the risks to both regional stability and India’s national security.

In 2019, the Modi government revoked Article 370 of the Indian constitution, which granted the state of Jammu and Kashmir its special status, annihilating the contested region’s symbolic autonomy. Concurrently, the central government also imposed an indefinite curfew in the region and used internet shutdowns and arrests to control and suppress the local population. The result was a transformed landscape. Already scarred by militarization, Kashmir became enmeshed in barbed wire.

This undemocratic exercise, though later stamped and endorsed by India’s Supreme Court, has since spurred further legal changes. For example, the local population no longer has access to exclusive protections that previously allowed only permanent residents of Jammu and Kashmir to apply for government jobs and buy property in the state.

In March 2020, the government repealed 12 and amended 14 land-related laws, introducing a clause that paved the way for a development authority to confiscate land and another that allowed high-ranking army officials to declare a local area as strategically important.

Local residents are appalled at the ease with which government agencies can now seize both residential and agricultural lands in the name of development and security—enabling mass evictions and the bulldozing of houses that are disproportionately affecting Muslim communities and small landowners.

Meanwhile, the ecological fallout from introducing massive road and railway networks, coupled with the addition of mega hydroelectricity projects, is polluting riverbeds and causing villages to sink. Since 2019, there has been a lack of local representation which could act as a buffer against massive development projects, most of which now fall under New Delhi’s governance. Meanwhile, the region’s unemployment rate, as of 2023, remains high at above 18 percent, as compared to the national average of 8 percent.

Over the last few years, the Modi government has also squashed dissent in the region by redirecting the military to maintain surveillance and control of the civilian population. According to the Forum for Human Rights in Jammu and Kashmir, over 2,700 people were arrested in the region between 2020 and 2023 under India’s contentious Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and the Public Safety Act. Those arrested include journalists like Fahad Shah and Sajad Gul, human rights defenders like Khurram Pervez, and prominent lawyers like Mian Qayoom and Nazir Ronga.

Modi’s repressive policies have deepened the trust deficit between Kashmiris and the Indian government. The top-down administration has further sidelined local bureaucrats and police officers, further widening the gap between the central government and local ground realities.

All of this has not only pushed the local population into distress, but also jeopardized India’s already fragile relations with its two nuclear neighbors, Pakistan and China.

The Kashmir conflict, rooted in the 1947 partition of India, has led to three major wars and several military skirmishes between India, Pakistan, and China. And though the region has always been contentious—India controls more than half of the total land, while Pakistan controls 30 percent, and China holds the remaining 15 percent in the northeast region near Ladakh—Modi’s aggressive handling has further provoked its neighbors.

Following the revocation of Article 370, the region was split into two separate union territories—Jammu and Kashmir forming one and Ladakh forming another, with both falling under the central government’s control.

This redrawing of the region’s internal borders, which signaled New Delhi’s assertions of reclaiming the Chinese-occupied territory near Ladakh—as well as India’s increasing tilt towards the United States—resulted in a deadly clash between India and China in 2020 and another one in 2022. Despite diplomatic efforts to resolve tensions over the disputed Himalayan border, New Delhi has accused Beijing of carrying out “inch by inch” land grabs in Ladakh since 2020.

Meanwhile, Pakistan-administered Kashmir has been rocked by mass protests of its own this year, owing to the country’s political and economic crisis, exacerbated in part by the abrogation of Article 370. Those living in Pakistan-administered Kashmir fear that Pakistan may similarly try to dilute the autonomy of the region.

With refugees flooding in from Afghanistan on its west amidst Imran Khan’s standoff with the Pakistani Army, Islamabad has been on edge and looking for diversionary tactics. The deepening of Pakistani-Chinese relations, including military ties, has contributed to a volatile mix.

But Kashmir’s vulnerability has worsened partly because of India’s own tactical blunders, too. The last decade witnessed a spurt in home-grown militancy, but since 2019 the landscape has been dominated by well-trained militants from across the Pakistani border who have access to sophisticated weapons and technology.

Indian security forces, including paramilitaries and the local police, have turned a blind eye to these emerging threats, especially in the twin districts of Rajouri and Poonch along the border with Pakistan. It is in this area that the impact of terror attacks has been most felt.

The region is home to the nomadic Gujjar-Bakerwal communities and the ethnolinguistic Paharis. These groups are parts of divided families straddling the India-Pakistan border, and this shared cultural linkage between the Indian and Pakistani sides has been weaponized in the past by intelligence networks of both countries.

The Indian armed forces have historically relied on the Gujjar-Bakerwal communities for intelligence gathering in part because of their nomadic lives and deep knowledge of the region’s topography. However, since 2019, the evictions of nomads from forest lands, following the amendment of several land-related laws, as well as affirmative actions for Paharis, a rival ethnic group, have led to the disenchantment of the Gujjar-Bakerwals—and an eventual loss of traditional intelligence assets for India.

Another blunder has been the redeployment of troops from Jammu to the border with China in the northeast, following China’s incursions in Ladakh’s Galwan Valley in 2020. This has left Jammu dangerously exposed to militants who have been infiltrating the region from across the line of control on the western side and carrying out their operations with a fair degree of success.

In 2024 alone, Jammu has witnessed numerous attacks which have resulted in the deaths of 16 soldiers and 12 civilians. In June, for example, the region experienced one of its deadliest attacks when militants opened fire on a bus carrying Hindu pilgrims, killing nine and injuring over 30.

Kashmir’s internal politics has the potential to spill over and push the region into disaster. While India has made some significant strides in international diplomacy under Modi, it tends to neglect the neighborhood where the risks to India’s national security remain the highest. Its diplomatic engagement with China comes in fits and starts but diplomacy with Pakistan remains nonexistent, despite the resumption of a ceasefire in 2021. And while India considers the removal of Jammu and Kashmir’s special status an internal matter, Pakistan sees it as a provocation. All in all, there is a dangerous lack of engagement between the two nuclear rivals in South Asia.

In theory, the ongoing regional elections in Jammu and Kashmir provide a glimmer of opportunity for the people to choose their own local government for the first time in a decade. However, irrespective of who wins the elections, the local leaders will lack the power to enact meaningful change, given that the region remains under the control of New Delhi following its demotion from a state to two union territories.

For instance, Ladakh does not have a legislative assembly, and while Jammu and Kashmir have an elected assembly, the real powers are vested in the hands of a governor, who was appointed to lead the region by the Modi-led central government. As recently as July, the Indian government ruled to further expand the governor’s oversight powers, delivering a blow to local politicians and voters.

Much more needs to be done to change the status quo. Though it remains unlikely, New Delhi must consider meaningful solutions that could assuage some of the political wounds inflicted by the complete erosion of Jammu and Kashmir’s autonomy, including, for example, the restoration of statehood to the region. In order to win back the trust of Kashmiris, the Indian government must reinstate civil liberties and deliver on its promise to provide economic development and jobs.

To improve the region’s safety, Indian agencies must acknowledge their security lapses and repair their broken intelligence networks. And while the Indian security forces must not lower their guard against terrorist activities, terrorism should not be proffered as an excuse when it comes to the normalization of relations in the neighborhood.

Neither Pakistan, nor India can afford the war which is looming over their heads. Diplomatic negotiations, including over Kashmir, must begin with a sense of urgency.

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A Comprehensive Guide to the Top Industries Attracting FDI in India

India has emerged as one of the most attractive destinations for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in recent years, thanks to its robust economic growth, favorable demographics, and ongoing policy reforms. FDI plays a crucial role in stimulating economic development by bringing in capital, technology, and expertise. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the top industries that are attracting FDI in India.

1. Information Technology (IT) and Software Services:

India's IT industry has been a pioneer in attracting FDI, fueling the country's economic growth and creating millions of jobs. With a large pool of skilled IT professionals, cost-effective services, and a conducive business environment, India continues to be a global hub for software development, IT outsourcing, and business process outsourcing (BPO).

India's Information Technology (IT) and software services industry have been pivotal in attracting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) due to several key factors:

1. Skilled Workforce:

India boasts a vast pool of highly skilled IT professionals, including software engineers, developers, and project managers. The country's education system emphasizes STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields, producing a large number of graduates with expertise in computer science and information technology. This skilled workforce is instrumental in delivering high-quality software development, IT outsourcing, and business process outsourcing (BPO) services to clients worldwide.

2. Cost-Effectiveness:

The cost of labor in India is significantly lower compared to developed countries, making it an attractive destination for outsourcing IT projects and services. Foreign companies can leverage India's cost-effective labor market to reduce their operational expenses while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency. This cost advantage has been a major driver for multinational corporations to set up offshore development centers and service delivery hubs in India.

3. Conducive Business Environment:

India offers a conducive business environment for IT companies, characterized by liberalized policies, supportive government initiatives, and a well-established legal framework. The government has implemented various reforms to promote ease of doing business, simplify regulatory procedures, and encourage foreign investment in the IT sector. Additionally, initiatives such as Digital India and Make in India have further propelled the growth of the IT industry by fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology adoption.

4. Global Reputation:

Over the years, India has built a strong reputation as a leading destination for IT and software services globally. Indian IT companies have demonstrated expertise in delivering cutting-edge solutions, leveraging emerging technologies, and meeting the diverse needs of clients across industries. This reputation has attracted multinational corporations to partner with Indian firms, outsource IT projects, and establish long-term collaborations for software development, maintenance, and support services.

5. Innovation and R&D:

India's IT industry is not just about cost arbitrage; it is also a hub for innovation, research, and development. Many global technology firms have set up innovation centers, research labs, and technology incubators in India to tap into the country's talent pool and drive innovation. These centers focus on developing next-generation technologies, conducting R&D activities, and creating intellectual property in areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, and cloud computing.

2. Telecommunications:

India's telecommunications sector has witnessed significant FDI inflows, driven by the rapid expansion of mobile and internet services. With a massive consumer base and increasing smartphone penetration, telecom companies are investing heavily in network infrastructure, spectrum auctions, and digital technologies to capitalize on the growing demand for data services.

India's telecommunications sector has emerged as a prominent recipient of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) due to several key factors:

1. Expanding Market Potential:

India has one of the largest telecommunications markets in the world, with over a billion mobile subscribers and rapidly increasing internet penetration. The country's vast population, growing middle class, and rising disposable incomes have fueled the demand for voice, data, and digital services across urban and rural areas. This immense market potential offers lucrative opportunities for telecom companies to invest in network infrastructure, spectrum allocation, and innovative services to cater to the diverse needs of consumers.

2. Mobile Revolution:

India has witnessed a mobile revolution in recent years, driven by affordable smartphones, competitive tariffs, and widespread adoption of mobile internet services. The proliferation of mobile devices has transformed communication, commerce, and entertainment, creating new business models and revenue streams for telecom operators. Foreign investors recognize India's mobile-first market dynamics and are keen to capitalize on the growing demand for voice calls, messaging apps, mobile data, and value-added services.

3. Digital Connectivity:

The government's Digital India initiative aims to bridge the digital divide and promote inclusive growth by ensuring broadband connectivity to all citizens. This ambitious program has spurred investments in fiber-optic networks, 4G/5G infrastructure, and rural broadband initiatives to enhance digital connectivity and enable access to digital services in remote areas. Foreign telecom companies view India's digital transformation as an opportunity to deploy advanced technologies, improve network coverage, and deliver high-speed internet services to underserved communities.

4. Spectrum Auctions:

Spectrum is a critical asset for telecom operators to expand their network capacity, improve service quality, and offer new services to customers. India's spectrum auctions provide an opportunity for telecom companies to acquire additional spectrum bands and strengthen their market position. Foreign investors participate in these auctions to acquire spectrum licenses and invest in network upgrades, spectrum refarming, and technology modernization to enhance their competitiveness in the market.

5. Convergence of Services:

The convergence of telecommunications with other sectors such as media, entertainment, and technology is driving investment opportunities in integrated services and content delivery platforms. Foreign telecom operators are exploring partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions with content providers, OTT (Over-the-Top) platforms, and digital media companies to offer bundled services, streaming content, and personalized experiences to subscribers.

6. Policy Reforms:

The Indian government has introduced several policy reforms to liberalize the telecom sector, attract foreign investment, and promote healthy competition. Initiatives such as National Digital Communications Policy (NDCP), ease of doing business reforms, and regulatory clarity have created a favorable investment climate for telecom companies. Foreign investors are encouraged by the government's commitment to reforming regulations, promoting innovation, and fostering a vibrant telecom ecosystem in India.

3. Automobiles and Automotive Components:

The Indian automotive industry has attracted substantial FDI from global automakers and component manufacturers seeking to establish manufacturing facilities, R&D centers, and distribution networks. India's competitive manufacturing costs, skilled workforce, and improving infrastructure have positioned it as a key player in the global automotive market.

4. Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare:

The pharmaceutical sector in India has been a magnet for FDI due to its strong regulatory framework, large market potential, and cost advantages in drug manufacturing. Foreign pharmaceutical companies are investing in research collaborations, production facilities, and distribution networks to tap into India's growing healthcare needs and leverage its expertise in generic drugs.

5. Renewable Energy:

India's ambitious renewable energy targets and supportive government policies have attracted significant FDI inflows into the sector. Foreign investors are investing in solar, wind, hydro, and biomass projects, driven by India's vast renewable energy potential, favorable regulatory environment, and growing demand for clean energy solutions.

6. Retail and E-Commerce:

India's retail and e-commerce sector has witnessed a surge in FDI with the liberalization of FDI policies and the rapid growth of online shopping. Global retail giants are partnering with Indian companies or establishing their own operations to tap into the country's burgeoning consumer market and rising middle-class population.

7. Real Estate and Construction:

The Indian real estate sector continues to attract FDI, driven by urbanization, infrastructure development, and demand for commercial and residential properties. Foreign investors are participating in joint ventures, development projects, and real estate investment trusts (REITs) to capitalize on India's growing urban centers and infrastructure needs.

8. Financial Services:

India's financial services industry is experiencing a steady influx of FDI, driven by liberalization measures, digital transformation, and increasing investor interest. Foreign banks, insurance companies, and fintech startups are expanding their presence in India to cater to the growing demand for banking, insurance, and digital payment services.

9. Food Processing:

The food processing sector in India has attracted FDI due to its vast agricultural resources, changing consumer preferences, and government incentives. Foreign companies are investing in food processing plants, cold chains, and distribution networks to meet the rising demand for processed and packaged food products in India.

10. Infrastructure:

India's infrastructure sector offers immense opportunities for FDI across various segments such as transportation, energy, and urban development. Foreign investors are participating in public-private partnerships (PPPs), infrastructure projects, and investment funds to address India's infrastructure gaps and support its economic growth.

In conclusion, India offers a diverse range of investment opportunities across various industries, making it an attractive destination for FDI. With a growing economy, favorable demographics, and ongoing policy reforms, India continues to attract foreign investors seeking high returns and long-term growth prospects. However, investors need to navigate regulatory challenges, market dynamics, and cultural nuances to succeed in India's competitive business landscape.

This post was originally published on: Foxnangel

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'Globalisation is a positive force in the world.' - How far do you agree?

(more shitty essays, genuinely not even reading through this, if it says anything truly horrifically factually incorrect lmk)

To properly understand anything you have to go back to its beginning. Globalisation has only existed as a concept since circa. 1980, however people have been trading goods and information since the start of civilisation itself. Some of the first examples of Globalisation on a larger scale came from trading routes for goods like silk and other fabrics, precious metals and stones, weapons and armour, books, and animals. One example of such routes is the silk road which went all over the world. Routes like this have existed for over 1500 years. Globalisation had another boost in the 16th-18th centuries with the ‘discovery’ of the Americas, Australia, and India, and more significantly the start of trades such as the slave trade. However, Globalisation on the scale we talk about nowadays has only been around since around the early 20th century. Despite having only existed on this scale for just over a century Globalisation has already had significant effects, both positive and negative,  on every aspect of human nature.

The positives and negatives are difficult to discuss for two main reasons. Firstly most of the positives also have negative effects and vice versa, the problems are a double-edged sword. Secondly, Globalisation has had such a significant effect and has become so entangled with every part of our lives. Everyone has both benefitted from it and been harmed by it, some to greater extents than others.

Globalization has benefitted businesses by giving them easy access to raw and precious materials in places where they are plentiful and the removal of them will have minimal effects on the climate. It has also however provided them with even cheaper, though much less sustainable alternatives to that. Large corporations often sacrifice the climate in the name of profit, especially as the most negative effects are in countries around the equator and most large corporations have their head offices in more economically developed countries such as Britain and the United States.

Globalization also allows large organizations to take advantage of the lower labour costs and taxes in developing countries, while still benefitting from the technical abilities and experience of more economically developed economies. While these corporations have their head offices in the MEDC’s, having their factories in LEDC’s means they can claim to the governments that they are based there, therefore avoiding the higher tax rates of Europe and America.

Globalisation has also made designing and making new and useful machines much easier, as it is easier to access parts for them. Even everyday items like clothes are made differently due to globalisation. People used to buy a coat, and the wool, thread, buttons, etc. would all have been made within twenty miles of each other. Nowadays, the zips of most jackets are made in a factory in China, waterproofing of cloth is done across several factories in India, and sewing the coat together could be done anywhere.

Globalization has also had a large effect on services. Many businesses located in the United States have outsourced their call centres and other such services to companies in India. ABRDN, a top 100 British investment and trading company has recently offset a large amount of their information technology services to Chandigarh, in India.

Globalization is used most excessively in the car industry. As part of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), all U.S. car companies relocated their operations to Mexico, where the cost of labour is significantly lower. This has some positive result’s such as creating more jobs in countries where jobs are needed due to high unemployment rates (though Mexico’s unemployment rate is 2.93%, lower than the US’s 3.6%, or the UK’s 3.7% (1)), which often has a positive effect on the national economy and GDP, and frequently results in a higher standard of living. China and Japan are brilliant examples of countries which have benefited immensely from globalization.

Another example is Vietnam, where globalization has contributed to an increase in the prices for rice, which has lifted many poor rice farmers out of poverty. As the standard of living their increased, more children of poor families left work and attended school, which helps break the cycle of poverty.

The average consumer will also benefit from Globalisation. Globalization decreases the cost of manufacturing as it is easier to get components and outsource work. This means that corporations can offer their products at a significantly lower price to consumers. Consumers have to be careful however, with buying cheap products especially clothes and technology, as the low prices often means that someone along to manufacturing chain is being exploited and paid much less than they should be for their work.

The average cost of goods is a key aspect in the increases in the standard of living. Globalisation also means that consumers have access to a much wider range of goods. In some cases in Northern Hemisphere countries, this may contributes to improved health by allowing people access to a much more balanced and healthy diet; however in others, it is responsible for increases in unhealthy food consumption and diabetes. Globalisation has affected access to both foods which are healthy, and foods which are definitely not, the defining factor here is the consumer themself and their personal choices.

Globalisation has made things much more complex in the developing world, where economies are going through frequent changes. Globalisation has meant that the working conditions at some points in the supply chain are disgusting. For example, the fashion industry corporations have hundreds of factories in areas such as Bangladesh, which employ an estimated four million people, but the average worker at one of these factories earns less in the average month than someone working the median wage in the US, or the UK earns in a day.

Critics of globalisation have suggested that large companies from MEDC’s are using Globalisation to take advantage of LEDC’s by creating employment opportunities for children in poor countries which has led to a dramatic increase in child labour. These companies lure children of poor families away from school, by promising them money to support them and their families. Globalization has created an environment that exploits workers in countries that do not offer sufficient protections from exploitation.

Scientific studies have also suggested that Globalization has contributed to income inequality between the more educated and less educated members of a society. This means that unskilled workers are by decreasing wages, which are under constant pressure from globalization due to corporations always looking for cheaper options.

Regardless of its negatives, globalization is here to stay (though some studies show that the rate of globalisation is flattening out(2)) Socially, globalization has facilitated the exchange of ideas and cultures, contributing to a world view in which people are more open and tolerant of one another, while also causing a lack of concern for human life due to mass corporations searching for cheap labour and off sourcing their work. Overall, Globalisation has had more positive effects than negative ones, but the extent of the negative ones is still too great to simply be ignored.

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