Context Expert committee: A new expert committee is being constituted to develop a uniform definition of the Aravalli hill range amid disputes over criteria used… Read More »Defining The Aravalli Hill Range And Associated Concerns
Context Escalating conflict: The ongoing Iran-related conflict in West Asia has escalated with rising casualties, energy disruptions, and global security risks. Weak global response: Despite… Read More »BRICS And Global Inaction In The West Asia Conflict
Context Emerging debate: Debate has emerged over India’s non-condemnation of the US–Israel war against Iran. Core issue: The issue centres on balancing moral principles with… Read More »India’s Strategic Silence In West Asia Conflict
Context A report by the International Institute of Migration and Development and the Population Foundation of India analyses population projections for States and UTs (2021–2051).… Read More »India’s Demographic Transition And Emerging Challenges
Context Debate continues over the accuracy of India’s GDP estimates, with a recent 2026 working paper questioning methodology despite recent official revisions. Source: India’s GDP… Read More »India’s GDP Measurement Debate
Context Digital platforms, networks, and software are increasingly reshaping the structure of work, moving employment away from traditional workplaces. Source: From ‘McJobs’ to algorithms, the… Read More »Digital Labour And The Changing Nature Of Work In India
Context BRICS is emerging as an important platform for science, technology, and innovation (STI) cooperation amid rising geopolitical tensions and techno-nationalism. Source: On scientific collaborations… Read More »BRICS Scientific Collaboration And STI Cooperation
Context India’s recent diplomatic engagement in West Asia has generated debate amid evolving geopolitical tensions and shifting regional dynamics. Source: India’s West Asia reset, more… Read More »India’s West Asia Policy Reset
Context The WTO Ministerial Conference (MC14) is scheduled in Yaoundé, Cameroon from March 26–29, 2026. It takes place at a time when global trade is… Read More »WTO Reform And MC14 In Cameroon
Context A UN report on child mortality highlights a global decline in under-five deaths. It also notes a slowdown in progress since 2015, while India… Read More »Child Mortality Trends: Global Slowdown And India’s Progress