14 August, 2025
DIGITAL INCLUSION IN INDIA: STRONG GAINS, PERSISTENT GAPS
India has made remarkable strides in digital inclusion, transitioning from a state of significant exclusion to one of widespread adoption. Recent data, particularly from the NSSO’s Comprehensive Modular Survey, Telecom (CMST) 2025, highlights this progress.Read More...
13 August, 2025
SATELLITE INTERNET: THE NEXT FRONTIER OF GLOBAL CONNECTIVITY
Internet connectivity has evolved from wired networks to mobile broadband, and now to space-based systems. Satellite internet, particularly with the advent of mega-constellations like Starlink, promises to bridge the digital divide, enhance resilience in disasters, and support both civilian and defence needs. Its potential extends far beyond backup connectivity—it is a strategic infrastructure with global implications.Read More...
12 August, 2025
ಆಪರೇಷನ್ ಸಿಂಧೂರ್: ಭಾರತದ ರಕ್ಷಣಾ ಕ್ಷೇತ್ರದಲ್ಲಿ ಒಂದು ಹೊಸ ಮೈಲಿಗಲ್ಲು
ಪಹಲ್ಗಾಮ್ ದಾಳಿಗೆ ಪ್ರತಿಕಾರವಾಗಿ ಭಾರತೀಯ ಸೇನೆ, ವಾಯುಪಡೆ ಮತ್ತು ನೌಕಾಪಡೆ ಜಂಟಿಯಾಗಿ ಪಾಕಿಸ್ತಾನ ಮತ್ತು ಪಾಕ್ ಆಕ್ರಮಿತ ಕಾಶ್ಮೀರದಲ್ಲಿರುವ ಒಂಬತ್ತು ಭಯೋತ್ಪಾದಕ ಶಿಬಿರಗಳನ್ನು ಗುರಿಯಾಗಿಸಿಕೊಂಡು 'ಆಪರೇಷನ್ ಸಿಂಧೂರ್' ಎಂಬ ಬೃಹತ್ ಭಯೋತ್ಪಾದನಾ ವಿರೋಧಿ ಸೇನಾ ಕಾರ್ಯಾಚರಣೆಯನ್ನು ನಡೆಸಿದವು.Read More...
12 August, 2025
INDIA-MIDDLE-EAST-EUROPE ECONOMIC CORRIDOR (IMEC)
The India-Middle-East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), announced during the 2023 G20 Summit in New Delhi, represents a monumental effort to foster economic development and integration across three continents.Read More...
12 August, 2025
GENDER AS A BARRIER TO WOMEN’S WORKFORCE PARTICIPATION
India's journey towards inclusive growth is incomplete without addressing the persistent gender gap in workforce participation. As per the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) 2022-2023, the female labour force participation rate is significantly lower than that of men (4 in 10 women versus 8 in 10 men).Read More...
12 August, 2025
INDIA’S HIGHER EDUCATION: A BROKEN PROMISE
India's higher education system is grappling with a profound "quiet crisis" that threatens to derail the nation's development goals. The promise of quality and accessible education for a vast and youthful population remains largely unfulfilled.Read More...
11 August, 2025
AI-GUIDED LASER TECHNIQUE ACHIEVES SCALABLE DEFECT-FREE QUBIT ARRAYS
Quantum computing promises breakthroughs in solving problems beyond classical computing’s reach.Read More...
11 August, 2025
DEEPFAKE: THE NEW FACE OF FINANCIAL FRAUD
Artificial Intelligence (AI), while beneficial, has enabled sophisticated fraud.Read More...
9 August, 2025
THE CASE FOR CYBER SAATHIS
Cybercrime is not merely a technical problem—it is a social, economic, and psychological challenge. While law enforcement agencies are critical, community-led support systems like Cyber Saathis can provide the missing link between awareness and actionRead More...
9 August, 2025
ಕೆರೆ ಸಂರಕ್ಷಣಾ ಕಾನೂನು: ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಸರ್ಕಾರದ ನಿರ್ಧಾರ ಮತ್ತು ಅದರ ಪರಿಣಾಮಗಳು
ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಕೆರೆಗಳು ಮತ್ತು ಜಲಮೂಲಗಳ ಸಂರಕ್ಷಣೆಯು ಸದಾ ಜಟಿಲ ಮತ್ತು ಸೂಕ್ಷ್ಮ ವಿಷಯವಾಗಿದೆ. ಇತ್ತೀಚೆಗೆ, ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಸರ್ಕಾರವು ‘ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಕೆರೆ ಸಂರಕ್ಷಣೆ ಮತ್ತು ಅಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿ ಪ್ರಾಧಿಕಾರ (ತಿದ್ದುಪಡಿ) ಮಸೂದೆ–2025’ ಅನ್ನು ಮಂಡಿಸಿದ್ದು, ಇದು ಕೆರೆಗಳ ಸಂರಕ್ಷಣಾ ವಲಯದ (Buffer Zone) ವ್ಯಾಪ್ತಿಯನ್ನು ಕಡಿತಗೊಳಿಸಲು ಉದ್ದೇಶಿಸಿದೆ.Read More...
8 August, 2025
CLOUDBURSTS IN THE HIMALAYAS: AN EMERGING DISASTER RISK
Cloudbursts in the Himalayas represent a complex interplay between natural vulnerability and human-induced pressures, magnified by climate change.Read More...
8 August, 2025
THE RISE OF HERBICIDES AMID LABOUR SHORTAGE
The shift in India’s pesticide market towards herbicides signals a deeper transformation in the rural economy and agricultural practices.Read More...
5 August, 2025
IAF’S FIGHTER JET MODERNISATION: CHALLENGES AND FUTURE PLANS
The retirement of the MiG-21, a symbol of its past, has exposed the current vulnerabilities of a shrinking fleet. While ambitious indigenous projects like the LCA and AMCA are the long-term solution, their success is dependent on overcoming significant delays, ensuring timely production, and securing reliable supply chains.Read More...
5 August, 2025
THE MISSING LINK IN INDIA’S BATTERY WASTE MANAGEMENT
Battery waste is no longer just an environmental issue—it is a strategic economic and industrial challenge. If managed well, it can reduce import dependence, create green jobs, and fuel a circular economy. Reforms in EPR pricing, industry accountability, and enforcement are essential. Turning this looming crisis into a growth opportunity is not just desirable—it is necessary for India’s green future.Read More...
4 August, 2025
RAILWAY TO SAIRANG: STRATEGIC BOOST TO NORTHEAST & ACT EAST POLICY
The Sairang railway is more than a local transportation improvement; it is a critical enabler of India’s broader regional integration and strategic outreach under the Act East Policy.Read More...
4 August, 2025
STRATEGIES FOR RETAINING INDIA’S BRIGHTEST MINDS
India, despite its remarkable strides in digital technology, innovation, and space exploration, continues to grapple with a pressing challenge: the outflow of its brightest minds—a phenomenon commonly known as brain drain.Read More...
31 July, 2025
GAZA ON THE BRINK: ‘WORST-CASE SCENARIO OF FAMINE’ UNFOLDING
The Gaza Strip is witnessing what experts call a “worst-case scenario of famine,” amid an ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.Read More...
30 July, 2025
ICJ ADVISORY OPINION ON CLIMATE OBLIGATIONS
The International Court of Justice (ICJ), on July 23, 2025, issued a landmark advisory opinion on the climate obligations of states. The opinion addresses states’ responsibilities to reduce anthropogenic greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and the legal consequences of failing to meet these obligations.Read More...
30 July, 2025
WHY THE GINI INDEX IS WRONG ABOUT INDIA
India’s claim to low inequality is premature; only when all citizens enjoy equitable access to resources and opportunities can we validate such rankings.Read More...
30 July, 2025
OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT IN INDIA VS. THE U.S.
The Indian Vice President’s office, though inspired by the robust American model, remains structurally constrained. In a parliamentary setup with a weak Upper House, the position remains ceremonial, lacking the political weight it enjoys in a presidential democracy.Read More...
29 July, 2025
GENETICALLY MODIFIED CROPS: UNDERSTANDING THE SCIENCE, POLICY AND DEBATE
The debate over GM crops is far from settled. While the science offers significant potential for boosting food security, productivity, and sustainability, the risks—particularly those linked to biosafety, export viability, and corporate control—necessitate a cautious and balanced approach.Read More...
29 July, 2025
WHY INCREASING RENEWABLE ENERGY ALONE CAN’T SOLVE THE CLIMATE CRISIS
The expansion of renewable energy is a cornerstone of climate action, but it is not a silver bullet. Rising energy demands, persistent fossil fuel use, limited electricity penetration in total energy, and technological and geopolitical challenges all undermine the effectiveness of renewables alone.Read More...
29 July, 2025
INDIA HAS THE HIGHEST NUMBER OF SLUM CLUSTERS IN FLOOD-PRONE AREAS
India's slum-dwelling population in flood-prone areas is not just a reflection of poverty but a symptom of systemic exclusion. To prevent a humanitarian and ecological crisis, proactive and inclusive urban policies are essential. The goal must shift from disaster response to long-term resilience, especially in the face of increasing climate unpredictability.Read More...
28 July, 2025
INDIA’S PREPAREDNESS AGAINST GLOF EVENTS
India has made commendable strides in mapping, monitoring, and mitigating GLOF threats through institutional collaboration and technological innovation.Read More...
28 July, 2025
INDIA’S TEXTILE INDUSTRY – GROWTH, CHALLENGES, AND EMERGING TRENDS
India’s textile industry, a blend of heritage and enterprise, remains one of the oldest and most dynamic sectors in the economy.Read More...
28 July, 2025
HOW INDIA’S CREDIT SYSTEM BLUNTS RBI POLICY IMPACT
India’s fragmented credit ecosystem—defined by overreliance on collateral, limited bond market participation, and institutional segmentation—limits the effectiveness of monetary policy. While the RBI’s rate cuts reflect intent, their impact remains muted for most firms. Structural reforms are essential to bridge this disconnect and democratize access to affordable credit.Read More...
28 July, 2025
URBAN SPRAWL, RURAL LOSS: INDIA’S LAND POLICY CRISIS
India stands at a crossroads. Without an integrated and enforceable land policy, the nation risks undermining its food, water, and ecological security in its pursuit of urban growth.Read More...
28 July, 2025
HOW LAW FAILS GENETIC PRIVACY IN INDIA
Genetic privacy is a deeply personal and collective issue. In a country where the body is considered sacred, and privacy is both a constitutional right and cultural expectation, genetic data demands nuanced, specific legal safeguards.Read More...
25 July, 2025
OBESITY: INDIA’S SILENT EPIDEMIC AND ITS FAR-REACHING CONSEQUENCES
India’s obesity crisis is no longer a looming danger — it is an active, worsening emergency.Read More...
25 July, 2025
GENDER GAP A DRAG ON ECONOMY
India’s aspiration to become a $5 trillion economy and a developed nation by 2047 hinges not just on technological or financial reforms, but on the inclusive participation of all citizens.Read More...
