Despite having the world's third largest share of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) doctorates, India’s scientific ecosystem has long faced challenges.
Policy UpdateAnushree Khare Background India’s Index of Industrial Production (IIP) is a monthly indicator from the National Statistical Office (NSO) that measures volume changes in physical production against a base year, acting as an early indicator of economic health. For…
Policy UpdateRiddhi Suthar Background The main piece of legislation in India that governs acceptance and utilization of foreign contributions and foreign hospitality by individuals, associations, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) is the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 2010. The need for…
India’s merchandise exports were at their highest level ever recorded; the growth in each segment was widespread and included almost all segments of the economy. However, the trade deficit widened by $3.7 billion over last year’s figure of $6.8 billion to reach $10.5 billion.
In modern times, Air defence has emerged as an important part of the national security of India. Air defence is no longer just about keeping enemy aircraft out of the airspace but has grown in scope in the wake of the evolution of warfare and the widespread adoption of modern missile systems, drone warfare, electronic warfare and cyber warfare.
India’s civil services are a key aspect of its public administration and serve as its backbone, which helps in executing planned policies into real-life actions.
Mansi Tirthani Background Over the past decade, India’s welfare mechanism at macro economic level, has transitioned from indirect, leaky based subsidies into a more direct and digitized version focusing on asset and cash distribution networks. Based on the already existing…