How digital tools can help in the preservation of our languages
This article was first published by Mint on April 27, [...]
Introducing infotech in early years of education
We need quality infrastructure to truly allow institutions to leverage information and communication technology (ICT) in education
Are we ready for a paradigm shift in communication?
We are moving towards a time where a script would no more be the medium of dependency for literacy or governance or even communication
Schools need space for digital makers
It’s time we put an end to an education system that produces passive consumers of textbook information, and rekindle the knowledge system that produces inquisitive minds, active innovators and conscious citizens
The questionable foundation of Aadhaar
Mandatory linking of the public distribution system to Aadhaar has made access to some basic needs, especially ration, even more difficult for some
Hate speech and the role of social media
To truly prevent incidents of hate speech online, there is a need for a massive campaign that sensitizes people towards media consumption and helps them differentiate between free speech and hate speech
Are we aiming for Digital India or Archival India?
Our government websites are just an archive of digital formats of printed pieces of information. Their character hasn’t changed, neither has their appearance
Are kids safe online?
Collective efforts must be put in place to protect children from the negative effects of the internet
Internet giants vs innovation
A world where a few companies control the way we live is a frightening one. These companies have already asserted their dominance—zero net neutrality will only give them monopoly status
Bullet trains can wait, let’s get bullet internet
We have a long way to cover before we can make quality internet connectivity a reality in this nation that envisions a Digital India