India's Strategic Push for Mineral Diplomacy IntroductionIndia’s ambition to expand its manufacturing and technological capabilities hinges on access to critical minerals like lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Given its…
1. Pakistan’s Role in the UNSC: Challenges and Implications for India IntroductionPakistan's election to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) as a non-permanent member for 2025-26 highlights its strategic ambitions…
1. Vaikom Struggle: Two States, Two Leaders, and a Landmark Reform Movement Introduction:The Vaikom Struggle, which began over 100 years ago, was a pivotal socio-political movement in India's history. It…
1. The ANI vs. OpenAI Case: Implications for AI and Copyright in India IntroductionThe rapid growth of Artificial Intelligence (AI) raises critical legal and ethical questions, particularly in the context…
1. Tackling Food Security in an Energy-Dependent World IntroductionFood insecurity and energy poverty are deeply interconnected challenges that threaten global stability.Agriculture, a critical sector for food production, is heavily dependent…
1. India's Economic Growth and Decoupling from Greenhouse Gas Emissions IntroductionEconomic growth and environmental sustainability are crucial challenges for India.The Economic Survey 2023-24 claims India has decoupled GDP growth from…
1. Challenges in State-Union Fiscal Relations: Insights for the Finance Commission Introduction:The 16th Finance Commission, chaired by Arvind Panagariya, has the crucial task of addressing fiscal challenges in India and…
1. India’s Strategic Focus on West Africa: Strengthening Ties with Nigeria Introduction:Prime Minister Modi’s Visit: In his third term, PM Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Nigeria marks the first by…
1. Reflecting on COP29 Outcomes: Addressing Climate Finance Challenges IntroductionThe urgency to combat climate change is unparalleled, as the impacts grow evident across geographies. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change…
1. Empowering Persons with Disabilities: Addressing Challenges and Strengthening Rights IntroductionIndia’s 2011 Census identifies 2.2% of the population as persons with disabilities (PWD), a significant underestimation.The World Health Organization (2019)…
