Must Read News Articles-August 13th 2019

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Decision on Kashmir doesn’t affect LAC, Delhi tells Beijing

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar reassured China that New Delhi’s decision to exercise greater administrative control over Ladakh would have no implications for the Line of Actual Control with China.

PM-JAY to include cancer treatment soon, say health officials

If all goes as planned, cancer treatments will soon be covered under the Ayushman Bharat Yojana- Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY)

An abrogation of democratic principles

The Kashmir move affects the robust nature of Indian democracy in addressing internal conflicts and alienation

New rules can deny green cards for immigrants using public benefits

Those using Medicaid, food stamps and housing vouchers may find it more difficult to become U.S. citizens.

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Headgear made mandatory for children above four years

In a significant move, protective headgear of prescribed standards has been made mandatory for children above four years while travelling on a motorcycle.

All about India’s dams

The Dam Safety Bill, which was recently passed in the Lok Sabha, provides for surveillance, inspection, operation and maintenance of dams to prevent disasters, and institutional mechanisms to ensure safety.

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Rooting AI in ethics

A technology should be evaluated both on the basis of its utility and the intention of its creator

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