Data Privacy and Security in Times of Covid-19

Data Privacy and Security in Times of Covid-19

The pandemic has helped normalise surveillance in the form of contact tracing in order to contain the coronavirus, leaving an incredibly long trail of Permanent Records. Evidently, the Big Brother is happy with this primitive accumulation of private data  

How Karnataka is Fighting Covid-19?

How Karnataka is Fighting Covid-19?

The state did a decent job in containing the spread of virus during lockdown, but the rising number of contact spread and a sudden dip in testing during the phases of unlock raises some questions about its follow-up strategy

‘India’s Response to Covid-19 has been Sadistic’

‘India’s Response to Covid-19 has been Sadistic’

One of the most vocal critics of neoliberalism in general and the socioeconomic policies of India’s BJP-led Central government in particular, eminent economist Jayati Ghosh is known for her sharp and lucid views on social issues. In a conversation with Number13, Prof. Ghosh talks about India’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic and its myriad impacts on society.

How Platforms Betrayed Workers

How Platforms Betrayed Workers

The healthcare crisis has exposed the chinks in the business model of the Ubers and Olas of the world. In India, the workers are left to the mercy of the market as well as the virus 

Can the Coronavirus Infect You Twice?

Can the Coronavirus Infect You Twice?

The jury is still out. Scientists say permenant cure from Covid-19 is a big ask as of now. It depends on how the pathogen transforms inside the body and how the overall defence mechanism is built