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TK Arun Social cohesion, a prerequisite of economic vigour, under attack from sectarian politics; domestic investment languishes even as Indians invest massively abroad. It is now more than 11 years since Narendra Modi assumed leadership of the Indian state, effected…
''South Korea’s snap elections, originally slated for 2027, have brought a ‘liberal’ leader, Lee Jae-myung, to the Blue House in Seoul, after months of political turmoil. Lee had taken centre stage since the December insurrection following former President Yoon Suk Yeol’s failed attempt to impose martial law, culminating in his impeachment. This landslide victory of Lee, however, has also created high expectations among the South Koreans who expect him to bridge the fierce ideological fault lines at home and handle the challenges posed by Trump and Lee's own ‘soft’ approach towards China. Lee, though, has been a survivor and is likely to stay on course''
India seeks and supports an inclusive, sustainable and multipolar world, with effective, efficient and reformed multilateral institutions.
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.
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…
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…
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.