Corrupt Shadows: A Night of Injustice and the Drug Nexus It was just another evening. I had just arrived from somewhere and was waiting for transportation at a familiar location. The area was nothing unusual—people coming and going, life moving as it always does. But what happened next was beyond anything I could have imagined. The Unjust Detention Without any warning, three policemen approached me. Before I could even comprehend what was happening, they took me along with them without explanation. One of them snatched my laptop bag, while another held me so tightly, as if I were a dangerous criminal trying to escape. His grip was firm—painful even—making sure I had no way to resist. Instead of taking me to the nearby police station, which was just a few steps away, they led me to a small shop-like area on the main road. It wasn’t a police station, nor was it any official location for interrogation. It was just a closed-off room where they carried out their own version of “ju...
IMPORTANCE of GeM? Government e-Marketplace, commonly known as GeM, is an online platform developed by the Government of India to facilitate procurement of goods and services by various government departments, organizations, and public sector undertakings. GeM has several key importance and advantages: Transparency: GeM promotes transparency in government procurement by providing a single platform where buyers and sellers can interact. This helps eliminate middlemen and corruption. Cost Efficiency: It helps in reducing the cost of procurement for the government as it allows for bulk buying and often offers competitive prices. Ease of Use: GeM is designed to be user-friendly and efficient, making it easier for government departments to procure goods and services. Increased Vendor Base: GeM provides a level playing field for sellers, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This increases the vendor base and promotes competition. Standardization: The...