Synopsis: Monsoon predictions are a monumental challenge, especially when it comes to the spatial distribution and the northward migration of the monsoon trough. Introduction Recently, farmers from Madhya Pradesh threatened to take IMD to court for the inaccurate monsoon forecast this year. A question was also raised in Parliament about whether the Arctic warming had… Continue reading The Atlantic Nino effects
Author: Ram Manohar
Let us reframe our climate crisis as a relatable threat
Synopsis: The issues of poverty and climate are fast converging. Hence, it is time to rethink, restructure and reframe the way we are addressing the climate issue. Introduction The climate crisis is not only a ‘tree and forest’ problem. The environment is important, but hunger and housing are much more pressing for the poor in… Continue reading Let us reframe our climate crisis as a relatable threat
Net-zero is not enough
Synopsis: A coherent programme of mitigation, adaptation and resilience is what India and every country in the world needs. The global climate discussion must focus clearly on the allocation of available carbon space that will allow countries to work out such a strategy. Introduction The recent report issued by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change… Continue reading Net-zero is not enough
When Digital Meets Health
Synopsis: GoI’s new initiative ‘Ayushman Bharat Digital Health Mission ‘has the potential to revolutionise patient care. Introduction Currently, with the processes followed in hospitals when a patient develops any complication, it gets difficult to track events. Bedside paper records contain very little detail to analyse and interpret with accuracy. Today it is a nightmare for… Continue reading When Digital Meets Health
Tariffs & strategy: China can be countered by getting global value chains to shift here. But we have high trade costs
Synopsis: China can be countered by getting global value chains to shift here. But we have high trade costs Introduction Recently, the first in-person leaders’ summit of the Quad grouping was held. It resulted in a promising outcome that fits economic integration with the overarching strategic motive. India is an immediate beneficiary of this thrust.… Continue reading Tariffs & strategy: China can be countered by getting global value chains to shift here. But we have high trade costs
Health, infra and fiscal stimulus will act as our economic panacea
Synopsis: Health, infra and fiscal stimulus are at the core of the government’s economic revival strategy as they hold significant potential to propel growth. Introduction The covid pandemic and subsequent restrictions, led to never-before economic turmoil of unprecedented proportions, sending most business plans and strategies into near chaos. Hence, the right public policies and a… Continue reading Health, infra and fiscal stimulus will act as our economic panacea
India should invest in ever more sophisticated cyber armaments
Synopsis: India’s offensive cyber capability appears to have increased but we should aim to achieve deterrence. Introduction The advent of the Cold War, nuclear weapons and proxy wars of the 20th century put an end to the custom of formal war declarations. In recent times, an incoming missile or fighter aircraft announces war. What is… Continue reading India should invest in ever more sophisticated cyber armaments
How China’s crackdown could benefit Indian tech
Synopsis: China’s move to bring its tech sector under political control has created opportunities for India to attract greater foreign investment inflows. Introduction Since late last year, China has been tightening the state’s grip on the Chinese private sector, which contributes over 60% to the gross domestic product (GDP) of the world’s second-largest economy. Xi’s… Continue reading How China’s crackdown could benefit Indian tech
The trouble with containing China
Synopsis: This article illustrates why it is difficult to contain China Introduction China is mounting a robust challenge with its “wolf-warrior” diplomacy and the vastly ambitious One Belt One Road initiative and String of Pearls. To counter aggressive rising China, the new alliance (AUKUS) between Australia, the UK and the US, is formed. However, according… Continue reading The trouble with containing China
The Unicorn Stampede
Synopsis: It would be wise for investors to take a deep breath before investing in India to make sure that the blessing of unicorns does not end up saddling India with a curse. Introduction Unicorns are Start-ups with a billion dollar-plus valuations. There is Unicorn stampede in India and on the other hand there is… Continue reading The Unicorn Stampede
