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Can self-regulation navigate the fintech maze in India?
International Affairs | Cyber and Technology Aug 20, 2024

Can self-regulation navigate the fintech maze in India?

The Indian fintech sector has reacted positively to the RBI's self-regulatory initiative, but several challenges must be addressed for effective implementation ...

Addressing feedstock challenges to unlock India’s biofuel potential
Energy Aug 20, 2024

Addressing feedstock challenges to unlock India’s biofuel potential

To sustain the growth seen in India’s biofuel sector, there's a pressing need to diversify beyond first-generation biofuels and improve the supply chain for waste-based second-generation biofuels ...

Decoding the Bangladesh crisis through the lens of Kautilya
Neighbourhood Aug 20, 2024

Decoding the Bangladesh crisis through the lens of Kautilya

Hasina's foreign policy aligns with Kautilyan principles—hedging, maintaining neutrality, and avoiding red lines—but she misread the public's sentiment ...

The Baloch awakening
Neighbourhood Aug 19, 2024

The Baloch awakening

An epic struggle for the right to self-determination is underway in Balochistan and the world needs to pay far more attention to this critical geostrategic geography ...

India-China relations: The ball is in the Chinese court
International Affairs Aug 19, 2024

India-China relations: The ball is in the Chinese court

India is open to re-configuring relations with China but a resolution of the border issue in eastern Ladakh is essential for progress ...

SDG progress in the Asia-Pacific: Insights, obstacles, and opportunities
Sustainable Development Aug 19, 2024

SDG progress in the Asia-Pacific: Insights, obstacles, and opportunities

The Asia-Pacific region's progress towards the SDGs is uneven, with many countries lagging significantly, particularly the Small Island Developing States ...

What India needs: renewables without the romance
Energy | Oil, Gas and Renewables Aug 19, 2024

What India needs: renewables without the romance

Cautious support for renewable energy in the budget and survey emphasizes complex trade-offs ...

Maternal mortality in India’s urban slums
Energy Security Aug 17, 2024

Maternal mortality in India’s urban slums

By adopting certain strategies and addressing the multidimensional challenges in urban areas, India can reduce MMR and develop equitable maternal healthcare in cities ...

Biosecurity blueprint for India
Digital Inclusion Aug 17, 2024

Biosecurity blueprint for India

Given the complexity and potential risks associated with the biotechnological advancements, India should establish a dedicated biosecurity agency to assess and mitigate biosecurity threats ...

Japan’s AI defence policy: Navigating cultural and bureaucratic impediments
International Affairs Aug 16, 2024

Japan’s AI defence policy: Navigating cultural and bureaucratic impediments

Japan sees AI as a necessary addition that can improve Japan’s military capabilities, especially in a world where high-tech applications are increasingly vital. However, appropriate checks and balances need to be in place. ...

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Sreeparna Banerjee

Sreeparna Banerjee

Sreeparna Banerjee is an Associate Fellow in the Strategic Studies Programme. Her work focuses on the geopolitical and strategic affairs concerning two Southeast Asian countries, namely Myanmar and Thailand. Her primary focus is on the Rohingya issue within the Bay of ...

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Prateek Tripathi

Prateek Tripathi is a Junior Fellow at the Centre for Security, Strategy and Technology. His work focuses on emerging technologies and deep tech including quantum technology and AI, along with their applications to defence and security. He also works on nuclear ...

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