Category: Editorial Analysis

Household Consumption Expenditure Survey was released after a gap of more than 11 years. This article analyses recent findings and trends in household consumption data.

Against the backdrop of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and its ramifications for global security and stability, the NB8’s participation in the Raisina Dialogue assumes profound significance, signalling a collective commitment to defending democratic principles, upholding international law, and advancing a rules-based world order.

The 75th anniversary served as a reminder of the Supreme Court’s crucial role in safeguarding the Constitution, upholding fundamental rights, and shaping the nation’s social and legal fabric. The article delves into necessity of regional benches of Supreme Court in India.

As the population grows and urbanization accelerates, the demand for affordable housing becomes increasingly urgent. However, the rapid expansion of the housing sector prompts critical considerations about the trade-offs between meeting housing needs, ensuring quality of life, and addressing environmental concerns.

Despite mandates and frameworks, devolution and fiscal autonomy remain challenging. This underscores the need to explore factors shaping devolution and enhance PRI financial independence.

The state visit by Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to New Delhi (February 21-22) marks a significant milestone in the development of a strategic relationship between India and Greece.

With the recent conclusion of the Sixth Assessment Report (AR6), discussions have now shifted towards the initiation of the seventh assessment cycle (AR7). A recent meeting held in Turkey marked the beginning of the AR7 cycle and set the stage for deliberations on crucial aspects such as report contents, timelines, and alignment with global climate goals.

A five-judge bench of the Supreme Court gave its verdict on the legality of the electoral bonds scheme on Thursday (February 15), holding it “unconstitutional”.

The launch of the Alliance for Global Good – Gender Equity and Equality signifies India’s proactive role in driving collective action towards women-led development worldwide.

The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted nations, including India, to reconsider their economic strategies amidst challenges of industrial stagnation and inequality. The article emphasises the need for deep industrialization to address fundamental structural issues in the Indian economy.

The recent incident in Wayanad, Kerala, where a wild elephant tragically killed a man, sheds light on the escalating human-animal conflict in the region.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from February 13-14, 2024. This visit marks Mr. Modi’s seventh to the UAE since 2015, reflecting the deepening bilateral ties between India and the UAE.