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The Air Pollution Challenge: Why Clean Air Still Feels Out of Reach

Clean air is not a luxury—it is a basic necessity for a healthy life. Yet, for millions of Indians, breathing clean air remains a daily challenge. Several Indian cities frequently rank among the world’s most polluted, particularly during the winter months. Despite stricter regulations, cleaner fuel standards and multiple government initiatives, air pollution continues to […]

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Can India’s Demographic Dividend Become Its Greatest Strength?

India stands at a historic turning point. With more than 65% of its population below the age of 35 and one of the world’s largest working-age populations, the country possesses a demographic advantage that few nations enjoy today. While many developed economies are grappling with ageing populations and shrinking workforces, India has a young, energetic

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The New Security Challenge: How External Powers Can Exploit Internal Fault Lines

In the 21st century, national security is no longer defined solely by military strength or the ability to defend borders. The nature of conflict has evolved. Today, nations face threats that are less visible but often more dangerous—cyberattacks, misinformation campaigns, economic coercion, proxy networks and attempts to exploit internal divisions. For a diverse democracy like

Global News

Pakistan‑linked JeM module allegedly plotted attacks targeting Bengal leadership and disrupting Delhi protest; two arrested as STF expands probe

West Bengal’s Special Task Force (STF) has uncovered an alleged Pakistan‑linked Jaish‑e‑Mohammed (JeM) conspiracy aimed at targeting the Bengal Chief Minister, honey‑trapping and kidnapping the son of a senior Howrah politician, and creating disturbances during a student protest at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, according to investigative details cited in a News18 report.JeM is a violent

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Pakistan records deadliest month of 2026 as terror‑linked violence kills 606 people, says Islamabad think tank

Pakistan witnessed its deadliest month of 2026 in July, with 606 people killed and 232 injured in a surge of terrorist attacks and counter‑terror operations, according to new data from the Islamabad‑based Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies (PICSS). The think tank’s report highlights a sharp escalation in militant activity alongside intensified security crackdowns

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India–China border trade through Nathula Pass resumes after six years, reviving historic Silk Route corridor

Trade between India and China through the high‑altitude Nathula Pass in Sikkim has officially resumed after a six‑year suspension, marking the revival of one of the region’s oldest commercial corridors along the ancient Silk Route. The reopening took place on Saturday, with officials from both countries attending a formal ceremony at the pass. The border

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Public Spending vs Public Outcomes: Are We Measuring Success Correctly?

Governments around the world allocate vast sums of public money each year to improve healthcare, education, infrastructure, social welfare and economic development. In India, public expenditure has increased significantly over the past decade, reflecting the government’s commitment to building a stronger and more inclusive economy. However, a crucial question remains: should success be measured by

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India’s Logistics Revolution: Can Infrastructure Keep Up with Growth?

India is undergoing a logistics transformation unlike any in its history. As the world’s fastest-growing major economy and an emerging global manufacturing hub, the country is investing heavily in roads, railways, ports, airports and digital infrastructure to improve the movement of goods. Efficient logistics has become a cornerstone of economic growth, supporting industries, boosting exports

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Urban India at a Crossroads: Growth Without Planning?

India is experiencing one of the fastest urban transformations in the world. Every year, millions of people migrate from villages and small towns to cities in search of better education, employment and healthcare. According to various projections, nearly half of India’s population could be living in urban areas by 2047. This rapid urbanisation presents an

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