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India’s Updated 2026 Nationally Determined Contribution (2031–2035): Charting the Next Phase of Climate Action

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India’s updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) for 2031–2035 sets out next phase of climate action under the Paris Agreement, building on earlier commitments while balancing economic growth, energy security and climate resilience. The Union Cabinet approved the updated NDC on 25 March 2026, and India subsequently submitted it to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). The updated framework strengthens three measurable mitigation targets covering emissions intensity, non-fossil electricity capacity and carbon sinks, alongside broader commitments on adaptation, sustainable lifestyles, climate resilience and inclusive development (Press Information Bureau [PIB], 2026; United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change [UNFCCC], 2026).

GST Reverse Charge Mechanism (2017): Rationale, Implementation and Challenges

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The Goods and Services Tax (GST) was introduced in India on 1 July 2017 to create a more unified indirect tax system and reduce the cascading effect of taxes. Under the normal GST system, the supplier of goods or services collects tax from the recipient and deposits it with the government. However, in certain specified transactions, the responsibility for paying GST is shifted from the supplier to the recipient. This arrangement is known as the Reverse Charge Mechanism (RCM) (Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs [CBIC], 2017).

BRICS Summit 2026: New Delhi, August 2026

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The BRICS Summit 2026, hosted in New Delhi under the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability,” the summit emphasized digital transformation, sustainable development, and multilateral reform. Leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening South-South cooperation, enhancing global governance, and promoting inclusive growth. India’s leadership highlighted the importance of digital public infrastructure, climate action, and equitable trade frameworks. The summit also underscored BRICS’ role in shaping a multipolar world order, balancing geopolitical tensions, and advancing the interests of the Global South. By integrating ministerial tracks, bilateral engagements, and civil society dialogues, the New Delhi summit consolidated BRICS as a platform for resilience and innovation. Furthermore, the summit showcased BRICS’ determination to institutionalize cooperation in emerging sectors such as artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and digital governance, ensuring that commitments translate into tangible outcomes for citizens.

Integrated Transport & Logistics Authority (ITLA), 2026: Advancing Multimodal Connectivity

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India’s expanding economy has increased the need for efficient transportation networks and a well-coordinated logistics system. Roads, railways, ports, shipping, aviation and inland waterways play an important role in the movement of goods and passengers. However, when these transport systems are planned separately, gaps in connectivity, coordination and infrastructure utilisation can arise.

GEN-NEXT Support for Innovative Startups (GENESIS), 2022

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In an era of fast technological change, startups now play an important role in the growth of the Indian economy and job creation, innovation, and digital inclusion. The Indian startup ecosystem, however, has traditionally been marred by the lack of geographical inclusivity in terms of access to VC funding, mentorship, incubation spaces, technological resources, and network of businesses in big cities.

Quality Equivalence, Perception, and Prescribing Practices in the Generic Drug Ecosystem: Evidence from Urban Hyderabad

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The Out of Pocket Expenditures (OOPE) on health is one of the primary barriers impeding a sustained access to quality healthcare in India. While the National Health Accounts Estimates for India (2021-22) reports a reduction in OOPE as percent of Total Health Expenditure (THE) from 64.2 percent in 2013-14 to 39.4 percent in 2021-22, a concerning trend is observed in the rise in the Per Capita OOPE (Rs.) at current prices from Rs.2097 in 2017-18 to Rs.2600 in 2021-22 (National Health Systems Resource Centre, 2024).

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