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The Environment and the Union Budget 2026–27

On the 4th of February, 2026,  IMPRI (Impact and Policy Research Institute) Centre for Work and Welfare (CWW), New Delhi, convened a crucial online thematic discussion titled “The Environment and the Union Budget 2026-27.” This event was a significant component of IMPRI’s 7th Annual Series of Thematic Deliberations and Analysis of the Union Budget, an initiative designed to move beyond surface-level fiscal analysis and delve into the profound policy implications of India’s most important financial document.

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The Portable Social Shield: Anchoring India’s $10-Trillion Ambition in Universal Health Coverage

Manorama BakshiArjun Kumar As India navigates the transformative journey toward becoming the world’s third-largest economy by 2027, the benchmarks of national progress are undergoing a fundamental shift. No longer can “development” be viewed solely through the prism of industrial output…

India–Canada: South Asian Diaspora as a Cultural Bridge

India–Canada: South Asian Diaspora as a Cultural Bridge

The South Asian diaspora in Canada, a community of nearly two million people, is a foundational element of the bilateral relationship between India and Canada. This community has long served as a “cultural bridge”, profoundly influencing both through political collaboration, economic development, and cultural interchange.

Charting Health’s Future: Budget Imperatives in a Shifting Order

Charting Health’s Future: Budget Imperatives in a Shifting Order

As 2025 draws to a close, viewed from the window of a public health professional, the year offers a clear reminder that health leadership is not merely about systems, policies, or technologies. It is about trust, continuity, and the courage to make long-term choices amid uncertainty.

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India–Laos: Textile Craft Heritage Exchange (2026)

The textile connection between India and the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (PDR) is rooted in a shared civilizational tapestry that spans over a millennium. Both nations view textiles not merely as commodities but as profound storytellers of cultural identity, spirituality, and social status. Historically, the exchange began through the spread of Buddhism and the migration of the Tai people, who carried weaving traditions from the Yunnan region into the Mekong Valley.

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