India’s North Eastern Region is characterised by unique geographical features, strategic location, and developmental bottlenecks particularly in infrastructure and social development. In this context, the Government of India launched the PM’S Development Initiative for North East Region (PM-DevINE) scheme in the Union Budget 2022-2023 to promote rapid and sustainable development in the North Eastern Region (NER).
Tourism is a key pillar of India’s economy, contributing approximately ₹20–21 trillion (around 6–6.6% of GDP) in 2024 and supporting over 46 million jobs . The sector is largely driven by domestic tourism, which accounts for nearly 84% of total tourism spending in the country.
The recent policy reform framework released by NITI Aayog on 25th April 2026 and highlighted through the Press Information Bureau (PIB) focuses on strengthening urban governance in India’s million plus cities. The report titled “Moving Towards Effective City Government - A Framework for Million Plus Cities” proposes structural reforms to improve accountability, service delivery, financial autonomy and political leadership in urban local bodies.
India faces a structural healthcare paradox. With over 1.4 billion people, the country has a doctor-to-patient ratio far below the WHO-recommended 1:1000, and specialists remain heavily concentrated in urban centres. A patient in rural Chhattisgarh needing specialist consultation historically had two options: travel hundreds of kilometres, or go without.
Manish Thakre Where a child grows up can shape their future. Yet housing policy rarely reflects this. Why cities must move beyond units—and start building environments where children can truly thrive. By Manish Thakre Housing is one of the most…
The Siliguri Corridor, situated in northern West Bengal, is popularly known as the “Chicken’s Neck.” I
The Government of Tamil Nadu formally announced The Tamil Nadu Shipbuilding Policy 2026 on 04 March 2026 through an official policy document released by the state.