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Author: iamvhardik
Journalist and online content writer. I am a former news producer with the NewsX and have had various research stints. I hold a Masters in Public Administration and a Bachelors in Mass Communication with a major in journalism. My interests lie in qualitative public policy research and analysis in urban governance and international relations. I use my blog Critilizers and the newsletter Set Up Circular Cities. When I am not discussing policy and current affairs, I indulge my love for food, travel, and cricket.
Have Scientists become Pawns in the Game of Geopolitics?
Scientists play a pivotal role in advancing crucial technologies, making them prime targets for foreign spies and enigmatic adversaries keen on obstructing their home country's progress. The enigmatic demise of these brilliant minds should never be shrugged off as an acceptable cost for their dedication and contributions.
How Are Our Cities Managing Waste?
Swachh Bharat Abhiyan has brought about a behavioural change in people. But just throwing the trash in the bin is not sufficient. It is first step in the process of waste management. Metro cities in India have a waste management problem. The collected trash ends on roads and landfills. It is time for ULBs in metro cities to pull up their socks!
American Exceptionalism Is A Continuation of Colonial Mindset
Decolonisation as a concept has succeded only on the map. However, it has failed to materialise as a concept in thinking, ideology and policy. The past colonial powers and America the force that shaped the fate of the world wars continued to exploit other nations and shape their destiny. Post the second world war, the US with its stature in geopolitics took on the mantle of colonialism as an extension of foreign policy.
Nero’s Guests Keeping The Farmers Downtrodden
The agriculture sector in India missed the bus in 1991. It has made it hard for the Indian farmer to compete in the global market. The polices adopted by global bodies, the decisions taken by the governments only make the situation worse and the media barely covers it. P Sainath likens the people involved in the process to Nero's Guests. This write up is a gist of the various facets of the agricultural distress covered in the documentary. Cover Image Source: Mint
Policy Stuck Between Politics and Convenience
The corridors of power are rife with politics. The ruling class wants to retain it. The Opposition wants to replace it. In this struggle, policy making is bound by electoral interests. This is a story in every state. The post covers a few issues in my home state.
Exploring Relational Editing Through The Rear Window
As a part of my journey of as a student, learning editing while watching cinema has been a unique experience. This movie was to help us understand editing techniques. This is my take on 'The Rear Window' Cover Image
The Pandemic Blues
As a student, it is a reflection of my personal journey during the pandemic and the stress it has put by forcing in technology and work spaces into our personal space. Image Source: Forbes India
Urban Public Transportation Slowly Descending Into A Monopoly
The urban public transport system is a neglected area. Despite advances in the transportation sector, governments have not upgraded urban transport systems and infrastructure. How is this affecting people? How has the neglect led to the creation of monopolies. Cover Pic: Island Press
What is Body Shaming?
The post was published on Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham. It is a mental health awareness initiative. The post deals with the issue of body shaming. People have been at the receiving end of nasty comments and bullying for the way they are. But how do combat it? Have a read to get your answers.
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