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IndiaAI Mission 2.0

IndiaAI Mission 2.0: Building India’s Sovereign Artificial Intelligence Ecosystem

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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…

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AI-Powered Distributed Renewable Energy

AI-Powered Distributed Renewable Energy: Transforming India’s Decentralised Power Future

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Introduction India is undergoing a profound transformation in how electricity is produced, managed, and consumed. For decades, power generation followed a centralised model: large thermal or hydro plants produced electricity, which travelled hundreds of kilometres before reaching consumers. While this system enabled industrialisation, it also created vulnerabilities — transmission losses, regional imbalances, dependence on fossil…

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Fertiliser Industry in India

India’s Fertiliser Industry: Structure, Challenges, Policy Dynamics, and the Road Ahead

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Introduction India’s agricultural success story is inseparable from fertilisers. From the early years of food shortages to becoming one of the world’s largest producers of cereals, fertilisers have played a decisive role in raising crop productivity and stabilising rural livelihoods. Today, India ranks among the largest consumers of fertilisers globally, reflecting both its vast farming…

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Viksit Bharat and Net Zero

India’s Roadmap to Viksit Bharat and Net Zero: Key Insights from NITI Aayog Reports

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Introduction NITI Aayog — India’s premier policy think tank — has published a series of analytical reports envisioning long-term transformation pathways for India. Two interconnected visions are central: These reports explore alternate scenarios, policy levers, economic trajectories, climate action pathways, and the interplay between development and sustainability. The goal is to inform policymakers, planners, civil…

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Corruption Perception Index 2025

Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2025: A Global Mirror of Governance, Integrity, and Public Trust

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In 2025, Transparency International released the latest edition of its flagship global ranking — the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI). The index assessed 182 countries and territories, measuring perceived levels of public-sector corruption on a scale from 0 (highly corrupt) to 100 (very clean). More than just a ranking exercise, CPI 2025 offers critical insights into…

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India’s Power Sector Transformation

India’s Power Sector Transformation: Navigating the Shift from Coal Dependence to Renewable Leadership

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Introduction India’s electricity sector is undergoing one of the largest energy transformations in the world. For decades, coal has formed the backbone of power generation, supporting industrialisation, urban growth, and rising living standards. However, mounting climate concerns, international commitments, and domestic sustainability goals are now reshaping this traditional structure. India has pledged to achieve net-zero…

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India–US–Bangladesh Textile Triangle

India–US–Bangladesh Textile Triangle: Emerging Trade Realities and Strategic Implications

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Introduction The global textile and apparel industry is undergoing a subtle yet important transformation as trade policies, supply-chain realignments, and geopolitical considerations reshape traditional export patterns. A recent development involving preferential access for Bangladeshi garments in the United States has triggered fresh debates about competitiveness, sourcing strategies, and India’s position in the global textile value…

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India’s Power Sector Transition: From Coal Backbone to Renewables and Net-Zero Ambitions

India’s Power Sector Transition: From Coal Backbone to Renewables and Net-Zero Ambitions

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Introduction The evolution of India’s electricity sector reflects the broader story of its economic development. For decades, coal-powered generation formed the backbone of industrial expansion, urbanisation, and household electrification. Today, however, India is entering a decisive phase of energy transition, driven by climate commitments, technological progress, and changing economics of power generation. As the world’s…

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Urban Challenge, Reimagining India’s Cities Through Market-Driven Infrastructure

Urban Challenge Fund: Reimagining India’s Cities Through Market-Driven Infrastructure

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Introduction Urban India is standing at a decisive crossroads. Rapid population growth, expanding economic activity, and rising aspirations are putting unprecedented pressure on city infrastructure. Roads are congested, drainage systems struggle during monsoons, housing shortages persist, and public transport networks remain inadequate in many regions. At the same time, cities generate nearly two-thirds of India’s…

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Softening of Trade Commitments by the United States

Softening of Trade Commitments by the United States: What It Means for India and Global Commerce

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Introduction International trade agreements are not merely economic documents; they reflect diplomatic priorities, political sensitivities, and strategic calculations. Recently, the United States revised the wording of its official communication related to an interim trade framework with India. This change — often described as “dilution of trade deal language” — may appear technical on the surface,…

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