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Policy UpdateBavleen Background In February 2022, India and the United Arab Emirates signed the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), which took effect on May 1, 2022. This marked India’s first trade agreement with a West Asian country and demonstrated the…
Securing advances from banks and monetary institutions remains one of the most critical obstacles for business people from Scheduled Caste (SC) foundations in India. In spite of the presentation of numerous government activities pointed at cultivating comprehensive financial development, numerous SC commerce proprietors still confront challenges when attempting to access formal credit. Key obstructions incorporate deficiently collateral, restricted credit history, and determined social predispositions.
India and Thailand have a long history of connections grounded in culture, spirituality, and trade, especially through Buddhism and traditional practices. Recently, these ties have evolved with the rise of wellness diplomacy, particularly in Ayurveda and yoga. For India, Ayurveda represents balance, prevention, and holistic healing. Thailand, known for its spas and medical tourism, has welcomed Ayurveda as a natural addition to its traditional healing practices. Together, both countries are blending heritage with modern wellness trends, addressing global interest in natural, preventive healthcare.
Policy UpdateAsmeet Kaur The Targeted Public Distribution System is India’s largest initiative, drafted to provide essential food grains at subsidized prices to the most vulnerable section of society. The government of India launched it in June 1997 to replace the…
On October 21, 2016, the Government of India launched the Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS), known as UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) under the National Civil Aviation Policy (NCAP), 2016. The scheme was conceptualised with a 10-year vision to connect tier-2 and tier-3 cities. The objective was to simulate regional air connectivity by making flying accessible and affordable for all. It also focused on linking the smaller towns and remote areas to the national aviation grid.
India’s strong endorsement of Yoga as a ‘ubiquitous cultural export’ did not emerge overnight. Rather, it stems from the country’s century-long association with this revered practice. The foundations of Yoga can be traced back to Vedic and pre-Vedic era, with its mention in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, which classify the elements of Yoga into eight limbs.
This article examines the indispensable role of persuasion in shaping law, diplomacy, and political life. It argues that persuasion, rather than mere assertion or force, is the foundation of justice and peace.