Is The BIMSTEC Redundant?
byThe BIMSTEC will be relevant only if the leaders put their words into action. Otherwise, it will soon become redundant.
Policy
Waging A War On Superbugs
byAntibiotics made of bacteria from leafcutter ants may help us win the war on superbugs.
Tackling Food Waste In A Hungry Nation
byIndia is one of the world’s largest food producers in the world. But thanks to food waste, millions go hungry.
The Spike Missile Deal & The Dawn Of India’s Military Industrial Complex
byMr Modi’s political rhetoric seeks self-reliance in defence. But his policies encourage corporates to profit from war.
The Future of Indian Universities
byWill it be possible to repair India’s broken education system? Can we ensure that it isn’t commodified and politicised?
India and Sri Lanka: A Balancing Act
byAs China and India woo Sri Lanka through trade and investment, there’s a delicate diplomatic balancing act at play.
The Unsustainable Urban Waste Economy
byUrban waste is one of the most pressing problems in India. It needs urgent and immediate attention from policymakers.
Are Women Well Represented In The United Nations?
bySince its inception, the UN has not had a single woman Secretary General. Does this point to a deep-rooted disparity?
The Samba Spy Scandal: When India Tortured Its Own Soldiers
byThe Samba Spy Scandal saw over 60 officers arrested on charges of spying for Pakistan. The charges were later revealed to be fabricated.
The Unease Of Doing Business In India
byIn India, doing business is easy – for those who know the right people and know how to grease their palms.
The Cutting of the Clitoris: Female Genital Mutilation and the Bohra Muslims
byDespite signing international treaties, India has yet to outlaw female genital mutilation.
Debt and Farmer Suicides in India
byHow many farmers have to die before the Indian state will see their plight?
The State of Press Freedom in India
by“Why did they have to set me on fire?…They could have beaten me instead of pouring petrol and burning me”.
Why Ground Water Recharging Is Crucial
byRecharging groundwater is crucial. But there is no data to support policy formulation, making it an ad-hoc exercise.
Mankind’s Worst Enemy: Drug-Resistant Malaria
byMalaria has killed more people than any other disease. The rise of drug-resistant strains could undo the gains made against it.