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The fall of Assad and the battle for Syria’s future: Regional and global ramifications
International Affairs Dec 09, 2024

The fall of Assad and the battle for Syria’s future: Regional and global ramifications

The collapse of Assad’s Syrian government and the broader shift in the Middle East is going to have a rupturing effect if the regional problems do not find regional solutions ...

India’s demographic dividend as a global public good
Indian Economy | Skilling Dec 07, 2024

India’s demographic dividend as a global public good

India’s demographic dividend can positively affect labour shortages internationally. Policies to develop a global workforce with market-ready skills are the need of the hour. ...

Pakistan's proxy war intensifies in Kashmir
Neighbourhood | Terrorism Dec 07, 2024

Pakistan's proxy war intensifies in Kashmir

Foreign terrorist activity has seen a rise in the J&K region, calling for increased collaboration between local agencies ...

How the Gaza conflict influenced Trump’s victory
International Affairs Dec 07, 2024

How the Gaza conflict influenced Trump’s victory

While it is not the sole factor for Trump’s victory in the recent US elections, the Gaza crisis and the US’s role in the Middle East shaped US electoral dynamics ...

Navigating the SDGs: India in the Global South
Neighbourhood | Sustainable Development Dec 06, 2024

Navigating the SDGs: India in the Global South

With the 2030 SDG deadline nearing, innovative strategies are essential. India, as a leading voice for the Global South, holds a pivotal role in bridging gaps and advancing progress. ...

Impediments in global quantum technology collaboration
Cyber and Technology Dec 06, 2024

Impediments in global quantum technology collaboration

Quantum technology could reshape humanity's future, requiring international norms to evolve accordingly. While efforts to ease collaboration exist, they remain insufficient. ...

Water, sanitation, and health: The overlooked impact of floods on women in India
Urbanisation in India Dec 06, 2024

Water, sanitation, and health: The overlooked impact of floods on women in India

An intersectional approach is necessary to tackle floods, which pose unique health and safety challenges for vulnerable women and girls ...

The mBridge Project: A game changer for global finance?
International Affairs | Economics and Finance Dec 06, 2024

The mBridge Project: A game changer for global finance?

mBridge’s success would signify a transformative shift in global finance, challenging the traditional dominance of Western financial structures ...

Evaluating India’s PLI scheme for semiconductors
International Trade and Investment Dec 06, 2024

Evaluating India’s PLI scheme for semiconductors

India’s new semiconductor PLI scheme, the largest of its kind, is an important endeavour, but key challenges need to be addressed to ensure success ...

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