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Knowledge assessment is essential to policymaking, including for health. This report measures awareness of antibiotics and antimicrobial resistance, and finds crucial gaps in understanding on many issues. In a survey among visitors to a science museum in Kolkata, the authors found, for example, more than six of every 10 respondents (67 percent) believing that antibiotics can be used to treat viral infections. This report highlights the need to de
Some of the country's most prominent scientists, academicians, policy makers and industry leaders have pledged to come together to explore ways to strengthen research-oriented higher studies in engineering education in India. At a panel discussion on 'India's Leadership in Manufacturing: Role of Engineering Education' organised by the Observer Research Foundation (ORF), India's leading
Cities will need to give special attention to the needs of women and ensure that it builds on their economic productivity and recognises their contrib
Though there are lingering differences within the group, the need to counter China’s challenge is an area of converging interest.
Though recent data suggests India is close to achieving universal broadband, poor connectivity remains a critical challenge
India has to weigh carefully the gains to be had from signing the treaty, which may mean making itself vulnerable to having its markets inundated with Chinese goods.
In the light of the fact that India is not a member of the Trans-Pacific Partnership, it is important for the country to forge a deal in RCEP. In the current scenario, there have been increasing attempts by Indo-Pacific region members to voice growing concerns regarding Non Tariff barriers hindering trade prospects in the regional bloc.
The July 15 talks in Islamabad between the foreign ministers of India and Pakistan ended badly for many reasons. India has been putting itself at a disadvantage diplomatically by showing too much eagerness to restart the dialogue with Pakistan.
After Germany’s geopolitical awakening to the threat posed by Russia, would it also reconsider its foreign policy on China?
By embracing the inclusive wealth paradigm, India has the opportunity to reimagine progress in a way that harmonises the aspirations of humanity with
Before the Government plunges into the physical modernisation of the armed forces, it needs to put in place the much needed modernisation of the way we think about, plan and manage our national security system. Buying or making shiny new hardware for the sake of looking modern neither enhances our security, nor helps our economy.
The US-Iran conflict does not bode well for India.
Often the success of a summit is weighed from the number of deals signed during it, and in the present summit, only a Memorandum of Understanding on BIMSTEC Grid Interconnection was signed, giving reason to doubt the jubilation about the summit. A closer view of the summit suggests more than one reason to be optimistic.
While the old thinking on Pakistan is back in the US, the Afghan government is being seen as a hindrance in US' South Asia policy.
Given the increasing investment climate in post-war Sri Lanka and the growing Indian economy, the mood and climate are now just right for India-Sri Lanka relations to move forward even more, according to the outgoing Deputy High Commissioner of Sri Lanka.
Army's decision to acknowledge a mistake in the killing of two young men in Budgam earlier this month, and the sentence to the Rajput regiment personnel, are an important first step. The people know that we cannot turn back time or get back their loved ones, but an acknowledgement of the truth of what happened helps in the healing process.
It is not inconceivable that by the 2040s, much of the fighting will be done by the robots, with their human masters kept well behind harm’s way.
New Iranian President Hassan Rouhani's emphasis on political moderation and ending Iran's isolation is drawing attention to the potential reconciliation between Tehran and some of its Arab Gulf neighbours. He has also raised hopes for a productive engagement between Tehran and the West.
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संयुक्त राष्ट्र सुरक्षा परिषद में यूक्रेन पर हमले के निं
संयुक्त राष्ट्र सुरक्षा परिषद में यूक्रेन पर हमले के निं
The development is the latest indicator that the bilateral relationship is getting stronger.
The US-led backers of Ukraine are facing a dilemma — arm Kiev quickly, or take time to train Ukrainian forces
Does multipolarity create more scope for conflicts and act as an impediment to global action or does it aid in conflict resolution and act as a harbin
क्या नेपाल अपनी गैर संरेखण नीति को छोड़ रहा है और वेस्टर्न
रूस और यूक्रेन के बीच जारीwar को समाप्त करने और शांति स्थाप�
क्या कूटनीति ही एकमात्र वास्तविक विकल्प है जो संघर्ष का �
The election of Trump in 2016 struck yet another blow to an already struggling US-Russia relationship, which has today reached the lowest point since
Russia has perfected its use of hybrid warfare by developing new techniques against its adversaries over the years.
Africa has become essential to Russia’s geostrategic posture as Moscow seeks to overcome the backlash to its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. However, in the face of isolation and a contracting economy, Russia has realised that cultivating an entry point in Africa through conventional means such as foreign direct investment (FDI), trade, development assistance, or cultural and educational exchanges may not be its best option. Instead, Mosc
The Russia-Ukraine war has raged for over 10 months now, and the expectation of an easy Russian walkover over Ukraine has been belied. The war is witnessing strong and determined resistance from the Ukrainian forces, with the support of Western countries through arms and other forms of aid, and sanctions against Russia. This report explores how sanctions are used in modern diplomacy and warfare, and their impact on the Ukraine war and the global
With King Salman expected to visit India later this year, New Delhi should be prepared to offer a smooth transition for Saudi investment into the Indi
Protagonists from opposing sides hold vehemently divergent views on the issue.
The work of the SHG members has not only helped in meeting the increased demand for medical provisions, but has also provided the members themselves w
Diverging takes on Ukraine and security measures in the region show that diplomacy is the best way forward for the two powers
