IzharTalks

Introduction: Narendra Modi first assumed elected office on October 7, 2001. On May 26, 2022, he completed 20 years in that position. Over the two decades, the “idea of Modi” spread and held sway over a country of a billion-plus people with a fascinating diversity of cultures, languages, and geographies. In many ways, it is the “idea of Modi” that has served as the unifying force redefining India. In 2014, Prime Minister (PM) Modi set the ball rolling on that project when he presented an all-inclusive, growth-oriented “idea of India”. An “idea of India” that sets an ideological framework of equality and growth, steering clear of doles, privileges, and sectoral giveaways. Over the last 20 years, his popularity has only soared in the eyes of the people. He has been topping global leadership popularity charts with amazing consistency. And that perhaps has been the most remarkable aspect of his journey as a leader of the masses. History tells us elected leaders, over time, see their po...

  Introduction: In the vast canvas of international affairs, few narratives are as rich, tumultuous, and deeply intertwined as the saga of India-Pakistan relations. Like a riveting historical novel, this tale unfolds against the backdrop of the Indian subcontinent, its pages bearing witness to the triumphs and tribulations of two nations bound together by a shared past and divided by the intricacies of their own creation. The ink of history first etched its mark in August 1947 when the formal dissolution of British India birthed the Republic of India and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. However, this momentous event did more than just redraw borders; it unleashed a torrent of human displacement, with up to 15 million souls migrating in opposite directions, leaving in their wake a landscape forever changed. As the dust settled, India emerged as a secular republic with a Hindu-majority population, while Pakistan embraced its identity as an Islamic republic with a Muslim-majori...

  Unveiling the Depths of Struggle Unraveling the Tapestry of Turmoil Behind the recent surge in hostilities lies a profound sense of crisis for Palestine, a fear of being overshadowed as "de-escalation" efforts unfold between Israel and major Middle Eastern nations. Historically, the Israeli settlement issue was a collective concern for the entire region, with Middle Eastern nations standing united in support of Palestine and against Israeli expansion. However, the landscape shifted with the Abraham Accords, ushering in broader recognition of Israel. As relations between major Middle Eastern countries and Israel warmed, the once unwavering support for the Palestinian cause began to wane. In this changing backdrop, Jewish settlements burgeoned in the West Bank, far exceeding international agreements. The separation wall imposed by Israel restricted personal movement, leading to unilateral destruction and confiscation of Palestinian homes and land. Protests were met w...

  Introduction Worldwide, the effects of climate change are upsetting people's lives and economies. Twenty million of the estimated 26 million displaced people are women, indicating that women and girls suffer a disproportionate share of the effects of climate-related disasters and environmental stress. Their Lack of power eventually robs them of control over their fertility and lives, making them more vulnerable to the effects of climate change (Climatejustice.org). Women are more vulnerable to the effects of climate change and bear a disproportionate amount of the weight, especially in terms of their health, according to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Climate change, therefore, increases the probability of gender-based health inequities. As stated by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the World Health Organization (WHO), women are more vulnerable because of biological, political, and cultural factors. Regionally, poverty exacer...