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Stewards of “The Great Kerala Kitchen”: My Research Journey into Food Choices and Obesity

When I first set out to explore the dynamics of food purchase, cooking and consumption in Kerala households, I imagined a straightforward path of recruiting participants, conducting interviews, and uncovering insights.

Security

India-USA 2025: Strengthening Space Security & Cyber Defence Cooperation

Since the early 2000s, India and the United States have gradually deepened their strategic partnership, moving beyond trade and culture toward technologies, defence, and security. Space and cyberspace have emerged as domains of critical importance due to their increasing role in national security, economic infrastructure, and strategic competition.

Partnership

India-Australia Critical Minerals Partnership

India's policy framework initiatives like the National Critical Minerals Mission (NCMM), Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes, and strategic auctions for mineral blocks, emphasize its determination to secure a steady supply of raw materials for its booming manufacturing and renewable energy sectors. At the same time, Australia's robust mining sector and forward-thinking policy landscape make it a natural supplier capable of filling the supply gaps for key trade partners like India.

India-Vietnam–Naval Capacity Building: Anchoring Stability in the Indo-Pacific

India-Vietnam–Naval Capacity Building: Anchoring Stability in the Indo-Pacific

The Indo-Pacific region today is more than a geographic construct; it is a critical arena where great power rivalries intersect with global trade. At the heart of this region lies the South China Sea, a vital maritime route through which nearly one-third of global trade passes annually. For Vietnam, this waterway represents not only economic lifelines but also a daily struggle to safeguard its sovereignty against persistent incursions by Chinese coast guard vessels and harassment of its fishermen.

DBT

Department of Biotechnology (DBT) Outreach Programme: Promoting Excellence since 2010

As biotechnology reshapes sectors ranging from public health to sustainable agriculture, the need for structured scientific dialogue and public engagement has never been greater. To bridge this gap, the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) operates the CTEP (Conference, Travel, Exhibition, and Popular Lectures) scheme.

instc

International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), 2000: Boosting India-Central Asia Trade Relations

The International North–South Transport Corridor (INSTC) is a multi-modal transportation network that integrates ship, rail, and road routes for moving freight between India, Russia, Iran, Europe, and Central Asia. The corridor's primary objective is to enhance regional connectivity, promoting trade and economic cooperation among participating nations and regions.

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