QUAD

QUAD is shaping a new geopolitical order in Indo-Pacific

The QUAD has emerged as a pivotal force in promoting regional stability, economic cooperation, and democratic values in the Indo-Pacific. #China #QUAD #ASEAN #Indopacific Read more »
Global pandemic treaty

Failure of the pandemic treaty exposes a global health divide

The breakdown of negotiations for the pandemic treaty brings to the fore deep-rooted inequities and mistrust among nations. #pandemictreaty #WHO Read more »
inflation, RBI, repo rate, interest rate

Interest rate dilemma: A case for easy monetary policy amid uncertainties

India's strong economic fundamentals and tight fiscal policies provide a solid foundation for an interest rate cut. #interestrate #reporate Read more »
Afghanistan's currency, the Afghani, performed well in 2023

Afghani’s rise: How Afghanistan’s currency defied odds

Afghanistan's currency, the Afghani, showed remarkable resilience to become the best-performing currency in Asia in 2023. Read more »
solar energy

Solar energy: India has an ambitious roadmap for global leadership

The PLI scheme has been instrumental in boosting the domestic solar energy industry, but challenges in upstream production persist. #solarenergy Read more »
India's mining workforce

Upskilling of mining workforce for productivity, innovation, inclusivity

Skill development programmes are needed to equip India's mining workforce with the knowledge and tools needed in the digital age. Read more »
Kerala economy and entrepreneurship

Kerala economy: State must focus on entrepreneurship for growth

As the Kerala economy seeks to diversify and reduce dependence on remittances, entrepreneurship is emerging as a powerful force. Read more »
India's care economy on the brink

Care-deficit nation: India’s care economy needs a reboot

India's inadequate investment in its care economy and infrastructure is a major barrier to improving female labour force participation. Read more »
why pseudonymisation of personal data

A case for pseudonymisation of personal data in India

India's DPDP Act leaves a gaping hole in its definition of pseudonymisation, leading to uncertainty and potential abuse of data. Read more »
Persistent household illiteracy crisis

Household illiteracy: The silent epidemic extracting a heavy human cost

Persistent regional disparities in household illiteracy is hampering India's quest for inclusive development. Read more »