Across the world, governments are investing heavily in the concept of smart cities. From intelligent traffic management and digital public services to surveillance cameras and data-driven governance, technology is increasingly being viewed as the key to building more efficient and sustainable urban spaces. India has also embraced this vision through its Smart Cities Mission, aiming […]
Walk through any Indian city or village, and the country’s informal workforce is impossible to miss. Street vendors selling fresh vegetables, construction workers building roads and homes, domestic helpers, drivers, delivery personnel, farmers, artisans, waste collectors, small shopkeepers, and countless daily wage labourers keep the wheels of the economy turning. They provide essential goods and
For the people of Assam, the arrival of the monsoon brings mixed emotions. Rain is essential for agriculture, rivers, and the region’s rich biodiversity, yet it also signals the beginning of a familiar struggle. Every year, floods inundate villages, destroy crops, damage infrastructure, displace thousands of families, and claim lives. Despite decades of experience and
The internet has transformed the way people communicate, work, shop, and socialize. Today, much of our lives exist in the digital world. We maintain social media profiles, share photos, build professional networks, make online purchases, and interact through virtual platforms. In many ways, our digital identity has become an extension of who we are. But
Floods have become an increasingly familiar reality across many parts of India. Every monsoon, rivers overflow, cities experience severe waterlogging, and thousands of families are displaced. While extreme rainfall and climate change are often blamed, another critical factor receives far less attention—the rapid disappearance of wetlands. These natural ecosystems have quietly protected communities for centuries,
In the digital age, attention has become one of the world’s most valuable commodities. Every day, billions of people spend hours scrolling through social media feeds, watching videos, reading news, and engaging with digital content. While these activities may seem harmless, they are part of a larger system often referred to as the “attention economy”—an
In the digital age, personal data has become one of the world’s most valuable assets. Every search query, online purchase, social media interaction, location update, and app download generates information about individuals. Technology companies collect, analyze, and monetize this data to improve services, target advertisements, and develop new products. As the digital economy continues to
Public spaces are the shared spaces of a society. Parks, roads, footpaths, railway stations, markets, bus stops, riversides, government buildings, and community grounds belong not to any single individual but to everyone. They are essential for social interaction, recreation, mobility, and civic life. Yet across many cities and towns, a troubling question is becoming increasingly
Migration has long been a part of India’s economic and social transformation. Every year, millions of people leave villages in search of better jobs, education, healthcare, and opportunities in towns and cities. For many families, migration has improved living standards and provided access to a better future. However, as rural populations continue to move away,
For generations, higher education has been viewed as one of the most reliable pathways to success. A college or university degree was often seen as a ticket to better employment opportunities, higher earnings, and social mobility. Parents encouraged their children to pursue higher studies with the belief that education would secure a stable and prosperous
