The integral role of phygital in shaping India’s rural economy
The emerging phygital model—merging the tangible strengths of traditional systems with the efficiency of digital innovation—is redefining growth With over 1.4 billion inhabitants, India’s economic landscape has evolved dramatically in recent years. Yet, while urban centres boom, the nation’s rural heartland—home to around 908.8 million people as of 2022—continues to play...
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Dealing with Exam Anxiety
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Is Forest Rights Act driving deforestation?
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Breakthrough ‘Bedi cooling turban’ a glimmer of hope for brain stroke
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A clash of diplomacy and dignity
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A new era for rural revival and inclusive growth
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India’s solar surge: Powering the journey to net zero 2070
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THREE LEVELS OF CONTROL
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Finding money for ‘freebies’: BJP faces an uphill task
The challenge now is not just about delivering on electoral promises but also about balancing an already precarious fiscal equation that could see deficits skyrocket Having swept the polls in the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi with a clinching 2/3rd majority, Rekha Gupta-led BJP - government faces the daunting challenge...
Rupee depreciation calls for structural reforms
Despite notable gains such as a reduced trade deficit, emerging challenges including global tariff tensions highlight the urgent need for comprehensive policy reforms Over the past decade (2014-2024), the compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of India’s exports of goods and services in USD terms has fallen sharply to about 5 per...
Lawbreakers as lawmakers
Eradication of the influence of criminality in politics must be taken up on priority In recent years, the issue of criminalisation in politics has increasingly come under scrutiny. With more politicians facing criminal charges and convictions, questions have arisen about whether the legal framework governing their disqualification from contesting elections is...
Strengthening public institutions in the digital age
Digital transformation is reshaping public policy, it is imperative that we embrace it without compromising our enduring commitment to integrity I am a civil servant passionate about governance, institutional resilience and public policy, exploring how institutions can adapt to the digital age. Imagine a world where policies are debated, revised and...
Beyond the hype: Reclaiming authenticity in an AI-driven social media era
With audiences now questioning whether that viral image or breaking news is genuine or simply automated clickbait, brands are challenged to move beyond polished posts Social media was once a game-changer for brands looking to engage with their audience. It gave businesses a direct line to customers, fostering real conversations and...
Donald Trump’s Global Gambit
Trump’s administration is rewriting the rules of global diplomacy, inching closer to Russia The world has undergone massive change since the new US President’s inauguration nearly a month back. The disruptor in town, President Donald Trump is changing every lever of the established global world order, since World War Two. What...
Trump’s deal-making redefines Ukraine’s fate
As Trump leverages his unique, transactional style—one that prioritises lucrative deals over rigid ideology—the global balance is shifting Ukrainian President Zelensky’s colossal misstep in dealing with President Donald Trump could ultimately become one of the most profound blunders in recent history. To Trump, Zelensky is merely a “modestly successful comedian” and...
