India’s Multilateral Game: Navigating BRICS Without Alienating the West
India seeks and supports an inclusive, sustainable and multipolar world, with effective, efficient and reformed multilateral institutions.
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Substance Abuse in India: A Critical Review of the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (2018–2025)
The National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction (NAPDDR), launched in 2018 by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, is India's main policy instrument to fight rising drug abuse and illicit drug trade. Drafted as an integrated and comprehensive strategy, NAPDDR is intended to be aligned with international targets and objectives under the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), namely SDG 3.5, which deals with prevention and treatment of abuse of substances, and SDG 16.4, which deals with the eradication of organized crime, including drug crime.
Land, Legacy, and Learning: Tribal Communities in a Changing Environment
Kartik In the shadow of the world’s accelerating climate crisis, tribal communities -often the most environmentally conscious and historically sustainable societies- are finding their ways of life increasingly under threat. This blog offers a glimpse into my ongoing research on…
New tax concessions: From saving to consumption
TK Arun The government announced income tax concessions amounting to a total of ₹1 trillion to stimulate demand in the economy. The savings on tax outgo will take time to accumulate into a meaningful chunk of additional purchasing power in…
Future-Proofing Careers Through Sustainable Leadership
In an era where climate concerns, social responsibility, and ethical governance are becoming central to global discourse, leadership must evolve to meet new expectations. Sustainable leadership is no longer a buzzword, it is a strategic imperative for organizations that wish to thrive in the long term. This blog explores how developing sustainable leadership skills not only benefits organizations but also enhances career resilience and relevance for professionals across industries. With the integration of sustainability into business strategy, professionals equipped with the right mindset and tools are in high demand. Understanding how to lead with sustainability at the core can help future-proof careers in an unpredictable world.
My Gov: 2014
As a step to promote e-governance in the country, the platform MyGov was developed by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, and launched by our Prime Minister, Shri.Narendra Modi on 6th July, 2014. MyGov is an online platform focused on citizens. It aims to connect citizens with the government to improve governance, get feedback from citizens, and respond to queries.