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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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The Make in India Mission: What’s Working and What Still Needs Fixing?

Launched in 2014, the Make in India mission was envisioned as a transformative initiative to position India as a global manufacturing hub. The programme sought to boost domestic manufacturing, attract foreign investment, generate employment and reduce dependence on imports. More than a decade later, the initiative has delivered notable successes, but it also faces challenges

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India’s Water Future: Are States Ready for the Next Crisis?

Water has always been central to India’s civilisation, economy and agriculture. Yet, despite being home to nearly 18% of the world’s population, India possesses only about 4% of the world’s freshwater resources. Rapid urbanisation, climate change, population growth and increasing industrial demand are putting immense pressure on this limited resource. The recurring images of droughts

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Border Trade Through the Northeast: India’s Untapped Economic Opportunity

India’s Northeast has long been viewed as a geographically distant region, separated from the rest of the country by the narrow Siliguri Corridor. However, this perception overlooks one of its greatest strengths—its strategic location. Sharing international borders with Bangladesh, Bhutan, Myanmar and China, while lying close to Nepal and Southeast Asia, the Northeast has the

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Skill India: Are We Preparing Youth for Tomorrow’s Jobs?

India is home to one of the world’s largest young populations, with millions of people entering the workforce every year. This demographic advantage has the potential to become a powerful economic force, but only if young Indians possess the skills required for the jobs of the future. The launch of the Skill India initiative was

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Can India Deliver World-Class Public Services at Scale?

For a country of 1.4 billion people, delivering quality public services is not merely a governance challenge; it is a test of India’s ability to transform economic growth into a better quality of life for its citizens. Over the past decade, India has made significant progress in areas such as digital infrastructure, financial inclusion, healthcare

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The End of the Easy Canada Era for Indians: A New Reality for Students and Skilled Migrants

For decades, Canada stood as one of the most attractive destinations for Indians seeking higher education, employment, and permanent residency. Its welcoming immigration policies, strong economy, multicultural society, and clear pathway to citizenship made it a preferred choice for students, skilled professionals, and families alike. However, recent immigration reforms indicate that this era of relatively

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Tourism in Northeast India: Untapped Potential or Missed Opportunity?

Northeast India is one of the country’s most breathtaking yet underexplored regions. Comprising eight states—Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura—it is blessed with snow-capped mountains, lush forests, cascading waterfalls, rich biodiversity, vibrant tribal cultures, and unique festivals. Despite these extraordinary attractions, the region attracts only a small share of India’s overall

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Can Rural India Become the Engine of Economic Growth?

For decades, India’s economic story has largely been associated with its rapidly expanding cities. Metropolitan centres such as Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Pune have emerged as hubs of technology, finance, manufacturing, and services. Yet, beyond these urban centres lies another India—one that is home to nearly two-thirds of the country’s population. Rural India

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