Trump’s “Board of Peace” Initiative: Why India Chose to Participate as an Observer
Introduction Global diplomacy is witnessing the emergence of new platforms that operate alongside, and sometimes…
Trump’s “Board of Peace” Initiative: Why India Chose to Participate as an Observer
Introduction Global diplomacy is witnessing the emergence of new platforms that operate alongside, and sometimes outside, traditional multilateral institutions. One such recent development is the creation of the “Board of Peace” — an initiative associated with former US President Donald Trump, aimed at promoting conflict resolution and post-war reconstruction in volatile regions. India’s decision to…
SANKALP Scheme Implementation: Reforming India’s Skill Development Ecosystem
Introduction India stands at a crucial demographic juncture. With one of the world’s youngest populations, the country possesses immense potential to accelerate economic growth through a skilled and productive workforce. However, the demographic advantage can easily turn into a liability if adequate employment-oriented skills are not imparted to millions of young people entering the labour…
Graphics Processing Unit (GPU): Architecture, Applications, and Strategic Significance in the AI Era
Why GPUs Are at the Centre of the Technology Revolution In recent years, Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) have moved far beyond their original role of rendering video game graphics. Today, they power artificial intelligence systems, accelerate scientific discoveries, enable autonomous vehicles, support financial modeling, and drive high-performance computing infrastructure across the globe. The growing prominence…
Artificial Intelligence Summit: Shaping the Future of Responsible and Inclusive AI
Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming economies, governance systems, security frameworks, and everyday life. From predictive healthcare tools and precision agriculture to generative models and automated public services, AI is becoming deeply embedded in global development trajectories. Recognizing both the immense opportunities and potential risks associated with AI, nations across the world have begun…
Judiciary Appointments: Reform or Status Quo?
Introduction The manner in which judges are appointed to constitutional courts is not merely an administrative issue; it is a question that touches the very foundation of democracy. In India, the debate over judicial appointments has resurfaced repeatedly over the last three decades, reflecting tensions between judicial independence, executive accountability, and democratic legitimacy. The controversy…
Gold ETF Inflows Surge: What Is Driving Investor Demand in India and Globally?
Gold Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) are witnessing a remarkable resurgence in investor interest across global markets. After a period of subdued flows during phases of equity market optimism and rising bond yields, gold-backed investment vehicles are again attracting strong inflows. This shift reflects a combination of macroeconomic uncertainty, inflationary pressures, geopolitical tensions, central bank actions, and…
Great Nicobar Island Project: Strategic Development or Ecological Risk?
Introduction The Great Nicobar Island Project has emerged as one of India’s most ambitious and debated infrastructure initiatives in recent years. Positioned at the southernmost tip of the Andaman and Nicobar archipelago, Great Nicobar Island occupies immense strategic importance in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). Recognizing its geopolitical potential, the Government of India has proposed…
Sabarimala Women Entry Case Explained | Supreme Court Review 2026
Introduction The Sabarimala temple entry dispute represents one of the most complex intersections of constitutional law, religious freedom, gender justice, and judicial review in independent India. The Supreme Court’s 2018 decision permitting women of all age groups to enter the Sabarimala temple in Kerala triggered widespread debate across the country. The matter did not end…
IndiaAI Mission 2.0: Building India’s Sovereign Artificial Intelligence Ecosystem
Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a foundational technology shaping governance, industry, defence, healthcare, and education worldwide. Recognising this strategic importance, India has launched IndiaAI Mission 2.0 under the leadership of Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). The mission represents a decisive shift from pilot-stage AI adoption to large-scale ecosystem building, with the…
Digital Personal Data Protection Act: Emerging Legal Challenges and India’s Privacy Debate
Introduction India’s rapid digital transformation has fundamentally altered how personal information is generated, stored, and exchanged. From online banking to e-governance portals and health platforms, citizens now leave digital footprints across almost every sphere of life. Recognising the need to safeguard this expanding data ecosystem, Parliament enacted the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP…
