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Why West Bengal in 2026 Is an Uncertain Dream for the BJP
While BJP banks on the faces of its New Delhi leadership in the state, the youth’s attention to CPI(M) could help it chart a path...
India’s manufacturing under-performance Part 1: New clue from multi-plants
One of the most intriguing and relatively undocumented developments of the last 20 yrs has been “multi-plants,” whereby a single firm operates not one but...
India’s manufacturing under-performance Part 2: New clue from multi-plants
In multi-plant units, flexibility in hiring & firing labour comes from fact of having many plants. In single plants, there is no such flexibility, which...
Why punitive population-control measures are harmful and distract from the real problem – inequality
Higher fertility rates are a symptom of underdevelopment rather than the cause of it.
Policy Briefs
Gender-Inclusive Urban Infrastructure Policy
By Aarya Sharma EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In an effort to transform the Indian cities into places that are secure, accessible and feel welcoming to women and...
In-Situ Slum Redevelopment (ISSR) Policy
By: Shreyansh Singh image Source:99acres.com Executive summary: The In-Situ Slum Redevelopment (ISSR) vertical under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) addresses urban housing challenges in India...
National Logistics Policy 2022
By Animesh Choudhury Sanyal Executive Summary The National Logistics Policy seeks to transform the logistics sector of the country by decreasing cost and increasing efficiency....
Kerala’s Educated Crisis: Will Literacy Lead to Prosperity or Joblessness?
By – Anagha S and Theresa Jose Source:https://medium.com/the-political-economy-review/the-kerala-paradox-from-high-literacy-to-high-educated-unemployment-1f4b3e0e3927 Kerala, often celebrated for its impressive literacy rate of approximately 94%, faces an ironic challenge: high youth...
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Voices
Public Private Partnerships: Bridging the Infrastructure Gap
By Shreyas Ernest Isaac Source: Creative Commons Why do we need Infrastructure? The United Nations Office for Project Services states that infrastructure is not merely...
A Decadal Look at the Political Evolution in Rajasthan: Shifts and Challenges in Welfare and Development (2013-2024)
By Nitisha Lal Source: Hindustan Times, and the Mint. The state of Rajasthan, known for its rich cultural heritage and diverse landscape has witnessed notable...
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Gaps In the System: Addressing the Challenges of Drug Enforcement in India
By Akash Namboodiripad Abstract This article examines India’s strategic challenges in narcotics regulation, analysing its geographical vulnerability between major drug-producing regions and the escalating production in Myanmar following political instability. It critiques the limitations of …
Building Sustainable Cities Through Urban Design and Planning: How Can We Extend the Lifeline of Our Planet?
By: Amogh Satyajit Atwe Abstract By 2050, 68% of the world’s population is projected to live in urban areas, consuming nearly 75% of global energy (Urban Energy | UN-Habitat, n.d.) and generating over 70% of …
The Uniform Civil Code: A Step Toward Equality or A Tool for Majoritarian Control?
By: Anaaya Wahi Abstract This essay critically examines the ongoing discussion regarding India’s proposed Uniform Civil Code (UCC) to assess whether it promotes equality or poses a risk to majoritarian values. It emphasizes issues related …
Role of Social Media in Shaping Political Party Narratives
By Abishta Bisht Abstract In the twenty-first century, social media has emerged as a powerful tool for revolutionising the way people connect, communicate, influence, mobilize and consume information. From breaking news updates to viral trends, …
Cancer-Related Mortality Rising Faster Among Women: A Growing Public Health Challenge
By Anaaya Wahi Abstract Globally, cancer-related mortality has been rising, and a disturbing trend has been noticed in India– cancer deaths in women are increasing more rapidly than in men. The most recent analysis by …
