Synopsis: The recently rolled out NMP project, though has the right intent, but is fraught with challenges. A look at some of them. What are some issues with the National Monetization Pipeline (NMP) project? While the Niti Aayog has listed assets worth ₹6 trillion for the NMP, by its own estimate, it can only raise about ₹3.4… Continue reading Inside India’s asset monetization gambit
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El Salvador’s crypto foray offers a cautionary tale for other countries
Synopsis: The tiny Central American nation of El Salvador has embarked on an interesting experiment by recognizing bitcoin as legal tender. This is proving painful for many of its citizens, but it’s a useful “pilot” project for larger economies that are contemplating about this new asset class. Contents1 Introduction2 What has been the impact of El Salvador’s… Continue reading El Salvador’s crypto foray offers a cautionary tale for other countries
The war for digital talent: India can emerge as a global hub for it
Synopsis: Tech skills are in short supply globally. The article lists five measures that we should take that will help India lead efforts to close the gap. Introduction The pandemic has accelerated the digital transformation of enterprises, creating enormous opportunities for all organizations. This sudden acceleration in demand has led to a war for digital… Continue reading The war for digital talent: India can emerge as a global hub for it
Nature-based, people-centred solutions for water
Synopsis: Suggestion and reforms mandated by the draft New National Water Policy. Introduction Since Independence, water policy in India has focused primarily on construction of large dams and extraction of groundwater. However, the new National Water Policy (NWP), drafted for the first time by a committee of independent experts, points out the limits in further… Continue reading Nature-based, people-centred solutions for water
The use of NFTs by cyber games can explain their utility
Synopsis: NFTs provide the assurance of immutability and guarantee of uniqueness. However, most of the cutting-edge innovation in NFTs are taking place in the gaming space. Introduction When a person purchases the non-fungible tokens (NFT) of a work of digital art, he is not buying the artwork itself. He is just purchasing a record on… Continue reading The use of NFTs by cyber games can explain their utility
Revitalising PM-KUSUM
Synopsis: There is a need to unlock the PM KUSUM scheme promises in many ways. Contents1 Introduction 2 About the PM – KUSUM Scheme 3 About the performance of the Scheme 4 What are the challenges associated with the PM-KUSUM Scheme? 5 How to improve the performance of the PM-KUSUM Scheme? Introduction The Union Minister of Power, New and Renewable… Continue reading Revitalising PM-KUSUM
High water: on growing challenge from tropical cyclones
Synopsis: Tropical cyclones laden with moisture and accumulated energy pose a growing challenge, as they have the propensity to inflict heavy damage to lives and property. The welcome concern for public health and economic security must lead to stronger institutional responses to natural disasters too. Why cyclonic storms over northern Indian Ocean have a severe… Continue reading High water: on growing challenge from tropical cyclones
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. Contents1 Introduction2 Why it is needed to make climate change a pressing concern?3 How we can turn climate risks into economic opportunities?4 What is the way forward? Introduction… 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
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
