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The G20 has over the years influenced the growth trajectory of global digital health by ensuring international cooperation between different stakehold
Prioritisation of any one aspect — economic, social or environmental — would chart a lopsided course of development.
India’s 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, which empowered local self-governments (Panchayati Raj Institutions) and reserved one-third of electoral seats in these bodies for women, has elevated women’s participation in rural governance. India is among the foremost countries for women’s participation in local governments, with over 1.45 million women shaping local decision-making. Women leaders are a critical link between local governance, s
After improving between 2000 and 2013, hunger levels have significantly worsened in Africa in the years since. While global food insecurity is currently at an all-time high, Africa's record in addressing undernutrition was not impressive even in the pre-pandemic era when growth rates were higher. There are several challenges to food security in Africa, including short-term external shocks such as the pandemic and the Ukraine-Russia war, and long-
The eradication of AIDS by 2030 appears a formidable challenge as social barriers stand in the way of equitable access to healthcare
A global platform can be one where cities learn from each other, share best practices, discuss challenges — and seek solutions together.
Europe’s gradual embrace of China’s OBOR presents most significant milestone in its history after President Xi Jinping pulled drapes off three yea
India should embrace the idea of a family health ID that can help in extending benefits of healthcare interventions to all.
The sudden transition to organic farming was the final blow that contributed to the ongoing economic crisis in Sri Lanka.
As the world confronts multiple challenges which are intricately connected, our path for development stands at a crucial juncture. In the context of the embroiling polycrisis, progress on the sustainable development goals (SDGs) has been steady but fragile with major and persistent challenges. Financing for Agenda 2030 has emerged as a major bottleneck with several developing economies, especially the least developed countries (LDCs), low-income
In 2015, the United Nations agreed to end hunger in all forms by 2030. While India has committed itself as a stakeholder in the 2030 agenda for development, its own record in reducing hunger has been less than satisfactory. Latest data from the National Family Health Survey-4 show an improvement in nutritional indicators of children under-five. However, there are huge differences across states and social groups. Nutrition should thus remain high
In states such as West Bengal, the purpose of holding a ration card is still of utmost importance for procurement decisions. The low level of digitisa
G-20 गटाने जागतिक स्तरावरील विविध सहभागी राष्ट्रांमधील आं�
जगभरात जागतिक कर्ज वाढत असताना, G20 अध्यक्षपदाची सूत्रे हाती घेतल्यानंतर भारत जागतिक कर्ज संकटाच्या निराकरणात महत्वाची भूमिका बजावू शकतो.
The G20 meeting in Kashmir provides economic opportunities and contributes to an ideological integration of the Valley’s youth with the rest of Indi
As part of the G20 Presidency, India will drive positive change for the world
समावेशी स्वास्थ्य के लिए सार्वभौम (universal) डिजिटल पहुंच सतत विकास लक्ष्य- 3 (बेहतर स्वास्थ्य और सलामती) हासिल करने से जुड़े G20 के दृष्टिकोण का हिस्सा है. हालांकि इन उद्देश्यों तक
It is imperative to integrate climate financing with a gendered approach in the Indo-Pacific region to tackle climate change in an effective manner
Incorporating gender focus in electrification programmes is important as women and men have different energy needs.
Gender equality is a fundamental human right. This principle is also found in the SDG 2030 Agenda where its signatories, including India, reaffirmed their commitment to mainstreaming gender development and ensuring equal representation of women in political and economic decision-making. This paper outlines gender-budgeting norms for resource allocations as an essential prerequisite for India to achieve progress towards the SDG-5 on gender equalit
Rapid advancements in medicine and falling fertility rates have contributed to the rise in the population of India’s older adults in recent decades. This demographic and epidemiological shift has a gendered impact: A higher proportion of women over the age of 60, compared to their male counterparts, suffer from Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, hypertension, heart and bone diseases, cancers, cognitive decline, and depression. T
Considering the changes in modern living, glocalization could turn out to be a viable alternative to globalization
Wetlands are important ecosystems that provide benefits such as flood control, water purification, and biodiversity conservation. In India, however, wetlands are threatened by pollution, encroachment, and rampant real estate development. This brief assesses the East Kolkata Wetlands to illustrate the challenges of preserving urban wetlands in India. It also presents recommendations to establish more comprehensive wetlands management and conservat
To end the intergenerational cycle of poverty and eradicate all types of malnutrition, policymakers must intensify their efforts
A dynamic framework incorporating predictive policy formulation supported by data can be the next phase in tackling air quality issues effectively and
Gender empowerment and food security are deeply interconnected, with profound implications for achieving sustainable development goals
The New Delhi Declaration’s policy commitments in the health sector emphasise the role of the G20 in revising the existing financial and global heal
Fostering women's participation in the workforce is a cornerstone towards achieving not only a more equitable world but also promoting economic effici
The next few years will be critical to ensure the financial system is fit for purpose to deliver the financing needed to achieve environmental and oth
Find out all about water trading and how it can help solve the issues of efficient distribution and sustainability.
India’s development partnerships could be a potential game changer if sustainability is incorporated into the agenda
Immunisation coverage under national programmes is an important indicator to track advancement towards child health-related SDGs.
A different set of parameters to ascertain development cooperation becomes essential as the current SDG indicators provide an incomplete picture
Policy responses must be targeted to uplift those who were at the lowest socio-economic rungs as it shows that a higher degree of social mobility help
EU and UK are waking up to the Chinese threat, even as the convergence with India is growing
