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Not known for dramatic outbursts or playing to the gallery, Merkel’s moves will be inclusive and transparent as she clears space for accountability
Absence of leadership is not the only problem — the pandemic shows how the WHO failed to address deeper and chronic issues.
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted one of the core foundations of the concept of human development — a healthy and long life.
The gig economy is part of a crucial transformation occurring in India’s work landscape, and ride-hailing companies are examples of platforms on which “gigs” can be found. The Indian ride-hailing market was projected to grow by 15.5 percent until 2023; the COVID-19 pandemic, however, has disrupted the trajectory. The drivers of these companies—numbering approximately four million—are considered as “independent contractors” and thus
Pakistan has been one of the countries worst affected by COVID-19, with the economic disruption caused by the pandemic exacerbating an already existing crisis. This paper discusses how the public health crisis has affected some of the most critical sectors of the Pakistani economy. While the government has implemented some mitigation measures, they are inadequate to counter the impact of the pandemic. The paper analyses the likely fallout of a ne
Like any other country Indian economy is dealing with a once-in-a-lifetime tectonic disaster.
The race to develop a COVID-19 vaccine is gaining ground in many parts of the world. This brief examines the challenges that India must hurdle to successfully manufacture and distribute a vaccine. It argues for a fair and equitable distribution of vaccine with an aim to save the maximum number of lives. It suggests a multi-parameter model based on age, co-morbidity, income and profession to justify one’s claim for vaccine. The imperative is to
डब्ल्यूएचओ द्वारा हाल ही में जारी की गई रिपोर्ट को भारत स�
Taiwan has emerged as among the few countries which have successfully managed to keep the contagion from spreading by putting in place effective early
Health crises may originate anywhere in the world, but the subsequent responses from the concerned countries characterise their roles as responsible c
Emerging economies are fighting COVID-19 and the economic sudden stop imposed by the containment and lockdown policies, in the same way as advanced ec
This paper offers a comparative study of India and China in higher-education reforms for the development of talent in artificial intelligence (AI), and in AI research. It analyses the AI development plans and strategies of the two countries, their automation readiness index, talent retention, and research output. The analysis is based on both primary and secondary sources including interviews, government and industry reports, and recognised ranki
Population can be an asset or a liability, depending on how India deals with it
Data-driven, context-specific, integrated, and holistic policy interventions at the state level are needed to address acute and chronic malnutrition i
The international rules-based order has failed the Rohingyas who now have spent 10 years in Myanmar detention camps.
AI in emerging markets has seen significant growth. Instead of steering its growth in the Global South, the Global North should forge closer partnersh
In September this year, the Government of India banned the manufacture, sale and distribution of 328 Fixed-Dose Combination drugs (FDCs) after a protracted legal battle with manufacturers. The ban followed a report by a Supreme Court-mandated experts’ panel that not only was there no therapeutic justification for the ingredients in these drugs, but they can in fact pose health risks. This paper argues that the move against “irrational” and
The political health of the US is important not just for the country itself, but the world, given its outsize influence as the foremost economic and military power.
India is ranked third only to Bangladesh and Pakistan for worst air quality. PM 2.5 concentration in India is 5.2 times above the WHO annual air quality guideline.
Despite facing several challenges, Delhi’s mohalla clinics have been instrumental in providing healthcare services to the poor and underserved.
Access to, and development of indigenous digital platforms and cutting-edge technologies is imperative for robust socio-economic development and national security. In turn, such process needs to be democratised, and undertaken in a sustainable manner. India is a first mover in this novel idea of democratising technology and developing Digital Public Goods. Operationalised in the digital infrastructure called India Stack, India’s strategy aims t
Inflation, gas prices, and lacklustre messaging are working against the Democratic party
Though the Planning Commission went by the Tendulkar formula, Rs 32 and Rs 24 look extremely low at today's prices and high inflation, and especially if we take into account that these amounts include other items of daily life like education and health.
The key areas of collaboration for India and Rwanda are agriculture, information and communication technology, healthcare and tourism.
Devising sustainable models of social security systems and expanding their coverage should be an imperative agenda for the G20
The international community must ensure that measures are in place to deal with the food and health crises unfolding in the Horn region
Unless the financial health of distribution utilities (DISCOMS) can be revived, progress on energy transition can flounder
This Paper looks at the three most important domestic issues-the state of the economy, healthcare and social issues-that American voters are grappling with in the run-up to the presidential elections later this year.
A comprehensive strategy that includes a mix of crisis response and impact mitigation, while also taking into account urban and rural planning, livelihood issues and health perspective, is needed to mitigate the Northeastern State’s agony.
While India has numerous policies for social security when it comes to education, healthcare, skilling, food security and pensions — most of these s
Despite the demographic dividend and young population, whose median age is 27.1 — India is getting old before it is getting rich.
A holistic approach to combat gender-based violence will never be complete without sincere efforts to trigger behaviour change among the perpetrators.
As long as you have any member of society, any demographic group, who is not seriously trying to get to the endgame of suppressing this, it will conti
Better employment opportunities, better health care and schools, availability of safe drinking water are top three voters’ priorities followed by th
The story of India and Africa’s partnership embodies an equal, consultative, and collaborative relationship.
It is essential to focus on tailored policies and prevention strategies that India must adopt to continue its fight against HIV/AIDS
A rising population of elderly poses severe challenges to old age support and care in India as health policy has not placed ample emphasis on geriatri
Although strides have been made in women's empowerment, unpaid care work still tends to be undervalued and overlooked in mainstream economics
The exodus of people from Nepal has resulted in a scenario that will become unsustainable for the economy of Nepal
The eradication of AIDS by 2030 appears a formidable challenge as social barriers stand in the way of equitable access to healthcare
2030 तक एड्स का उन्मूलन एक बड़ी चुनौती लगती है क्योंकि स्वास
By unlocking the youth’s potential, we build a more prosperous, healthier, and empowering future for them, for the nation, and for generations to co
