COP26 | PM’s Modi word: Net Zero 2070, clean & green 2030

Synopsis: India has made significance announcements at the ongoing COP26 meeting, including a target year for reaching net zero. Now the ball is in the developed world’s court wrt climate finance wherein India expects developed countries to provide $1 trillion at the earliest. Contents1 What has been India’s track record wrt its efforts on climate… Continue reading COP26 | PM’s Modi word: Net Zero 2070, clean & green 2030

The crypto conundrum

Synopsis: Controlling money supply and issuing money are at the root of the power and influence that the governments of this world command. Leaving the limited use case and exchange value aside, if Cryptocurrencies pose any real challenge to the existing fiat currencies it may result in a stern policy action. Contents1 Introduction2 What attracts… Continue reading The crypto conundrum

Mixed signals on growth-inflation dynamics

Synopsis: The post pandemic trajectory of economy has some trends and facts which are both challenging as well as encouraging. Introduction The current economic cycle is a rare one, induced by a major public health shock. To revive the economy, massive monetary stimulus was provided by various central banks by following loose monetary policy. We… Continue reading Mixed signals on growth-inflation dynamics

In the wake of China-US rivalry, India needs to reboot its ASEAN strategy

Synopsis: India needs a comprehensive effort to promote a better India-ASEAN relations. Introduction Indian PM in the recent ASEAN Summit extended his support for the centrality of ASEAN and also to a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific. Read more: Prime Minister co-chairs the 18th India-ASEAN Summit India and ASEAN relations Read here: India-ASEAN What are the challenges… Continue reading In the wake of China-US rivalry, India needs to reboot its ASEAN strategy

Indian students are interesting keen on overseas opportunities

Synopsis: Indian students use many methods to obtain visas to study abroad. Contents1 Introduction2 How do Indian students use various opportunities to study abroad?3 Why studying abroad is an attractive option for Indian students?4 What are the hurdles in studying abroad? Introduction With the international borders began opening up, Indian students are now preparing themselves to… Continue reading Indian students are interesting keen on overseas opportunities

CoP26: Women need more space at the climate table

Synopsis: Women are affected more by the climate change. Yet, mainstreaming of women gender in key roles and processes has seen inadequate progress. Women need to have more say in global climate action. Contents1 Introduction2 How are women more vulnerable to climate change?3 What are the events voicing women participation at UNFCCC?4 What is the… Continue reading CoP26: Women need more space at the climate table

Why India needs a Ministry of Energy

Synopsis: The current energy value chain works in silos. What India needs is an integrated point of reference. Contents1 Introduction2 What are the challenges leading to energy crisis?3 What is the solution?4 What are the potential benefits? Introduction The recent coal shortage shows flaws in the entire energy production chain. There is no one public body… Continue reading Why India needs a Ministry of Energy

A Climate Power

Synopsis: There are multiple challenges in achieving a global consensus on climate goals. What are the solutions for India. Introduction Achieving climate goals require clean technology. However, India, a major economy that hopes to grow fast cannot simply just wait for tech transfers from the West. What are the challenges in achieving climate goals? World:… Continue reading A Climate Power

COP26, Covid & our species

Synopsis: With worsening trajectory of climate change parameters across the world, an increased incidence of zoonotic diseases is also being witnessed. What are the key drivers of increased incidence of zoonotic viruses? Viruses account for almost 50% of new and emerging diseases. Since mid-20th century about 75% of all emerging viruses are zoonotic, they spill… Continue reading COP26, Covid & our species

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