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How can the government revive agricultural reforms?

Updated on Sep 30, 2022 05:07 IST

The findings brought out in the SCC report at the end of 2021, indicated that the majority of the Farmer Organisations (FOs) that participated in the discussions supported the farm laws in its entirety, while a few supported it with minor suggestions and a meagre four did not support it at all.

Reintroducing the cheetah will save our grasslands

The MoEF wanted to reintroduce cheetahs in Kuno, Madhya Pradesh, which, along with other areas, was occupied by the cheetah in historic times. The reason for choosing cheetah was the conservation benefits.

Published on Sep 17, 2022 06:11 IST

Dispelling myths about universal iron fortification

According to research done by Indian researchers, like Dr Dipty Jain, many children with sickle cell disease have an iron deficiency as well.

Published on Sep 9, 2022 12:13 IST

Why India needs to secure its critical minerals supply chains

Critical minerals are mineral resources, either primary or processed, which are essential for the production processes of an economy and for the national security of the country.

Published on Sep 9, 2022 12:02 IST

For India Inc, nature conservation needs to be a priority

Nature conservation is concerned with the protection of nature and its resources that are vital for the survival of the planet and all its inhabitants. But India has a poor record on that front. The country barely achieved 2.8% of its plantation target under the government’s 10-year afforestation scheme, the Green India Mission (GIM), according to the Economic Survey 2020-21.

Published on Sep 1, 2022 12:10 IST

The Crossing of the re line of Euro-dollar Parity

As per the July 2022 estimates (the latest available) of the Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union, seasonally adjusted GDP increased by 0.7 per cent in the euro area in the second quarter of 2022, compared with the previous quarter.

Published on Aug 26, 2022 06:49 IST

Remote Learning Paradox in Developing Asia

In a report published by UNICEF on online digital learning, they termed this phenomenon of shifting to online education as a remote learning paradox, as 1.38 billion school-aged children in the world do not have access to the internet at home.

Published on Aug 26, 2022 06:32 IST

Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030: Change management in societal transformation

Vision 2030 is an ambitious roadmap for Saudi Arabia’s transformation announced by Crown Prince and de-facto ruler Mohammed bin Salman in 2016.

Published on Aug 25, 2022 07:30 IST

Which way are cryptocurrencies headed?

The recent rapid meltdown in the crypto market has further cemented this view. In the past several weeks, more investors have exited the crypto markets rather than enter it.

Updated on Aug 22, 2022 04:51 IST

Withdrawal of the Personal Data Protection bill 2021: The way forward

The right to privacy which could be understood as the right to be left alone has always been at odds with the right to freedom of expression.

Published on Aug 16, 2022 08:02 IST

Using construction technologies to solve mass housing woes

The Union government’s flagship affordable housing scheme—Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana–Urban (PMAY-U)—marks a break from previous housing schemes by making serious efforts at mainstreaming alternate construction technologies.(PTI PHOTO)

Published on Aug 13, 2022 10:40 IST

Implementing a national digital ID biometrics-based programme

The pandemic has shown that remote governmental services such as applying for and renewing ID documents, filling out tax returns, requesting repeat medical prescriptions, accessing online telemedicine appointments and voting are necessary for the functioning of society.

Updated on Aug 12, 2022 09:15 IST

India needs stronger copyright and IP laws

India has improved its IP score by 13%, but it still ranks 43 out of the 55 countries as per the International IP Index, 2022.

Published on Aug 11, 2022 07:58 IST

Digital markets and competitive behaviour

With about 600 million internet users, the Indian market hosts one of the most critical digital ecosystems. To balance innovation with contestability and fair play, we need to strengthen policy making.

Updated on Aug 8, 2022 13:31 IST

Courts must take a holistic view of the economy

Now is a time for India and the Indian courts to engage with the question of whether wrongdoings preclude a law and economic analysis of matters that have a far-reaching impact on critical industrial sectors and the Indian economy. (HT File)

Published on Aug 3, 2022 11:08 IST

How Indian minerals and metals fare in trade and FDI

India is a net exporter of iron and zinc ores. On the other hand, it is a net importer of bauxite, manganese ore, copper ore, lead ore, zinc ore, magnesite, apatite, rock phosphate, metals and their alloys such as aluminium copper, iron and steel, lead, and zinc.

Published on Jul 27, 2022 06:07 IST

Kerala draft rules on labour codes: Does it liberalise women's economic opportunities?

According to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) data in 2018-19, the labour force participation of women in Kerala was 28.3% compared to 69.8% of men. The gender gap in labour force participation has been more evident in the secondary sector.

Updated on Jul 25, 2022 07:27 IST

Impact Of conflict on global energy goals

The Russia-Ukraine conflict has had and continues to have, a severe impact on human life and mobility in the region.

Published on Jul 19, 2022 05:18 IST

Nosediving of cryptocurrencies: Beginning of a long haul?

On April 1, 2022, the price of bitcoin (the leading cryptocurrency) was $ 46,222; it experienced a secular steep fall since then and touched $ 18,989 on June 18, 2022! Since then, it has witnessed some marginal recovery and tended to hover around $ 20,000 these days.

Updated on Jul 15, 2022 07:34 IST

Digitalisation of rural communities is the way forward

The digital revolution sweeping rural areas of Asia and the Pacific holds great promise, not everyone is benefiting equally.

Published on Jul 8, 2022 12:27 IST

LaMDA: The hype about Google AI being sentient

LaMDA: Google’s Language Model for Dialogue Applications.

Published on Jul 7, 2022 10:20 IST

India’s role in refugee protection

UNHCR Assistant High Commissioner for Protection, Ms. Gillian Triggs pays floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat.

Published on Jul 5, 2022 11:46 IST

Public spaces make cities more inclusive

The narrow roads of Delhi (In picture).

Published on Jun 29, 2022 10:43 IST

The impact of Agnipath

In the Agnipath scheme,75% of the strength whose services will be dispensed with, will attempt to gain entry in the CAPFs thereby upsetting the applecart of seniority in these forces.

Published on Jun 27, 2022 04:00 IST

Khadi artisans’ struggle for economic emancipation

Spinners account for approximately 78% of the artisans working in the khadi sector. However, spinners and weavers in the sector earn measly amounts for their skilled work.

Published on Jun 27, 2022 03:30 IST

Sustainability needs a mix of planet, people and communities

Over 70 countries accounting for 80% of carbon emissions and 90% of global Gross Domestic Product (GDP) have agreed to net-zero commitments.

Published on Jun 24, 2022 10:12 IST

Padma railroad bridge: A crucial connectivity link

This is Padma railroad bridge, on Padma river . The bridge will be inaugurated on June 25,2022.

Published on Jun 24, 2022 09:39 IST

Children shouldn’t work in fields, but on their dreams

Puri: Artist Sudarsan Patnaik gives finishing touches to a sand sculpture with a message, Stop Child Labour, ahead of World Day against Child Labour, in Puri, Thursday, June 11, 2020. (PTI Photo)(PTI11-06-2020_000162A) (PTI)

Published on Jun 11, 2022 18:31 IST

Acting East from North East India

On May 28 and 29, the Asian Confluence, a think-tank based out of Shillong, organised a river conclave in Guwahati, in collaboration with the ministry of external affairs and Act East Dpartment, government of Assam.

Published on Jun 7, 2022 03:49 IST

Embracing future-ready digital strategies for a greener, equitable world

Technology is an integral part of our everyday lives, and it needs to be leveraged further to unlock its full potential to create a sustainable future.

Published on May 31, 2022 09:33 IST

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