With a vision of expanding irrigation coverage, as reflected in the motto ‘Har Khet ko pani,’ and improving water use efficiency, ‘More crop per drop,’ the Government of India launched the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) on July 1, 2015.
The Zero Defect Zero Effect (ZED) movement was envisaged after Prime Minister Narendra Modi invited the country to encourage production with “zero defects” in goods and “zero effect” on the environment while delivering India's 68th Independence Day speech.
Policy UpdateAsmeet Kaur Background The cultural relationship of India and Aotearoa New Zealand is an important aspect of transnational engagement in the South Pacific. The interaction between Māori communities and the Indian diaspora represents a deeper cultural exchange that rooted…
Policy UpdateAditi Singh Kaushik Background Deemed as two of the most ancient civilizations, the Indian and Greek civilizations are emblematic of revered traditions that continue to inspire contemporary philosophical thought across the world. Both traditions address questions about the nature…
The India Cooling Action Plan (ICAP) was launched in March 2019 by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC). It provides a 20-year roadmap to ensure that the country’s growing cooling needs are met in a sustainable, affordable, and efficient way. Cooling demand in India is rising rapidly because of factors like urbanisation, rising income levels, population growth, and climate change.
Policy UpdateAditi Kaur Background India and Mongolia have cultivated a Strategic Partnership since 2015, built on centuries-old cultural ties (notably Buddhism) and shared democratic values. Diplomatic relations date to 1955, and in 2015 Prime Minister Modi’s historic visit elevated ties…
Nepal and India have deep cultural, social, and religious ties and have a unique and resilient connection. Tourism is a vital economic driver for both India and Nepal. According to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), tourism contributes over 9% to India’s GDP and provides employment to millions.