Intellectual Property (IP) has evolved into a critical component of innovation and global competitiveness in India’s economy. As businesses pivot toward intangible assets like data, algorithms and branding, IP protection is no longer a matter of formality—it is a strategic imperative. The last few years have witnessed an unprecedented rise in IP litigation, backed by judicial reform
Israel and Palestine have been the harbinger of troubles for the last 80-odd years. It is an unending and persistent saga of conflict and attrition which has bloodied the political, societal and economic turf in West Asia for long. The scale of wars, which were more than skirmishes of the day, ranged from the Nakba battle, the Galilee water conflict, the 1971 Yom Kippur war and the twin Intifad
In the history of BRICS, never has any joint statement issued after a leader-level summit contained any remarks—directly or indirectly, against the US. However, for the first time, during the 17th summit of BRICS in Rio de Janeiro in Brazil, leaders voiced their concern about America’s imposition of tariffs on its trade partners, seen as unilateral bullying tactics which has kicked
As India`s renewable energy sector continues to expand, solar power plays a pivotal role in achieving energy sustainability. Within this domain, two types of solar panels dominate discussions: Domestic Content Requirement (DCR) solar panels and Non-DCR solar panels. Non-DCR solar panels are those that do not meet the Domestic Content Requirement, that is, they use imported solar cells and modul
India’s most important data exercise, the decennial census, is finally inching closer after an unprecedented delay. With enumeration now scheduled between 2026 and 2027, this will be the country’s first census in over 15 years. The last such exercise took place in 2011, before smartphones became widespread, before Aadhaar reached critical mass, and before schemes like Ujjwala, Jal J
India, a nation celebrated worldwide for its deep-rooted heritage and vibrant culture, is also renowned for its strong religious character. Its unique fusion of diverse cultures, religions and devout followers makes it a highly appealing destination for pilgrims. The country boasts numerous distinct pilgrimage sites, each holding a specific significance. Well! We often focus solely on their spi
“They also serve who only stand and wait.” This phrase of poet John Milton sums up the essence of quiet service, those individuals, without any titles or acknowledgement, contributing to society. For medical students, serving in public health camps is just such a quiet and transformative experience. It is not just about helping doctors or checking blood pressure; it is abou
India’s ambition to become a digitally empowered society rests on the premise that every citizen, regardless of geography, should have access to reliable and affordable internet. At the heart of this mission is BharatNet, a flagship programme launched by the government of India to provide high-speed fibre broadband connectivity to over 2.5 lakh gram panchayats (GPs) across the country. Wi
Flint, Michigan, was a wake-up call. Lead contamination in water supplied to homes in that American city led to a catastrophic public health emergency in 2014, which is yet to be fully resolved. But India’s lead poisoning crisis is ten times worse- larger, quieter, and far most devastating. Nearly half of India’s children, over 270 million, carry dangerous levels of lead in their bl
“Whatever you can rightly say about India, the opposite is also true.” – Joan Robinson In its pursuit of becoming a $5 trillion economy, India has laid significant emphasis on formalizing its economic architecture—expanding digital payments, mandating Goods and Services Tax (GST) compliance, broadening tax nets, and tightening labour codes
The Budget 2025 was splashed across headlines with its innumerable numbers and policies, but lurking behind the balance sheets is a threat that it has not accounted for yet — the silent, merciless clutches of cancer. The World Health Organisation (WHO) states that it remains one of humanity`s most deadly enemies, responsible for one in every six fatalities. For years, cancer has been
From ‘The Matrix’ to ‘Iron Man’, AI has long captivated our imagination. But what was once fiction has rapidly become foundation. AI is now transforming industries, economies and daily life. Nations are investing heavily – recognizing AI`s role not only as a technological marvel but as a geopolitical and economic force. Though it feels new, the story of AI stretche
India stands at a pivotal moment, caught between the promise of a demographic dividend and the crisis of gender inequality. While falling fertility rates, rising female education, and increasing labour force participation signal progress, policymakers continue to neglect one of the most invisible yet vital engines of economic productivity: the care economy. Globally, unpaid care work is estimat
The question of whether the name ‘Operation Sindoor’ or even the standalone term ‘Sindoor’ can be registered as a trademark becomes complex and sensitive when viewed through the lens of its prior use by the Indian armed forces in a counter-terrorism operation. In such cases, the issue is not merely one of legal registrability under the Trade Marks Act, 1999, but also of
Since guns have fallen silent in India and Pakistan following their ceasefire after four days of conflict, attention has now shifted to New Delhi’s next steps. The Indian government, as per media reports, is considering sending a multi-party delegation to several countries to engage with foreign governments, think tanks and media outlets. The goal is to present India’s position on t
India, boiling in anger after the brutal killing of 26 tourists in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir by terrorists belonging to `The Resistance Front` (TRF), an offshoot of the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba, is preparing for a major offensive against the perpetrators and their handlers across the border. A strong hint of this intent came from prime minister Narendra Modi during his speech at a ral
As the world observes Earth Day on April 22, the imperative for sustainable urban development has never been more pressing. Urban areas contribute approximately 70% of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (UN-Habitat Report, 2023). In India, the urban population is projected to reach 800 million by 2050 (UN World Cities Report, 2022), necessitating an infrastructure expansion comparable to con
Nine out of 10 individual traders in the equity Futures and Options (F&O) segment have incurred net losses, according to a recent SEBI study. What’s even more striking is that a significant portion of these traders are young individuals – students, early professionals and first-time earners – chasing dreams of quick wealth in the stock market. Armed with smartphones, tradi
Across the globe, unpaid domestic and caregiving work remains an unseen yet essential contributor to economic and social well-being. Women, in particular, dedicate significant hours to household tasks and caregiving, yet this labour remains excluded from Gross Domestic Product (GDP) calculations, leading to its undervaluation in policy and economic planning. According to the estimates made usin
More than a week after the chief adviser of Bangladesh’s interim government, Muhammad Yunus, created a ripple in South Asia by asking China to expand its economic base in his country as it is “the only guardian of the ocean” for India’s seven landlocked northeastern states, New Delhi has decided to withdraw trans-shipment facility to Dhaka, preventing it to export cargo
