Covid-19 and the Medical Oxygen Predicament
The demand for medical or supplemental oxygen has grown exponentially since the start of the pandemic. Why is medical oxygen so crucial in tackling Covid-19?
India’s Pollution Menace: Global Models to Emulate
India’s pollution problem seems far from over with 22 of its cities being in the top 30 list of the most polluted cities in the world. This might be a good time to look at global models that successfully combated the menace.
An Inflammable History of LPG in India
LPG prices have been on a steep rise in India burning a hole in the pocket of the common man. Here’s a short history of LPG, and its price fluctuations and consumption in India.
Government of India’s Big Plans for Little Andaman
The latest proposal by NITI Aayog suggests large scale transformation of Little Andaman island located at the southern end of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. But conservationists think it’s a recipe for disaster.
Profiling Punjab, India’s ‘Breadbasket’ State
Since Independence, Punjab has enjoyed a place of pride among Indian states as the breadbasket of the nation. But behind this fancy title is a tale of meteoric rise and gradual decay of the state’s agrarian economy.
Thirteen Facts on Girl Children in India
Most of us are familiar with the ‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao’ campaign introduced by the Narendra Modi government in 2015. But for a girl child born in India, things are still not so hunky-dory.
Needle-Ready? India’s Covid Vaccination Preparations
As India readies itself for the largest vaccination drive in the world against Covid-19, there’s a lot of hope, anxiety and apprehension in the air. Here’s everything you need to know.
India’s PSU Privatisation Goals for 2021
The Centre has been aggressively selling government stake in public sector companies. The process is to gain more steam in 2021, given the plans being rolled out for the country’s PSUs.
Uniform Divorce Law: Step Towards Uniform Civil Code?
With a PIL for uniform divorce laws making headlines, debates about a uniform civil code are rife again. What is a uniform civil code, and what are the concerns around it?
Renewable Energy: India’s Progress Card
India’s renewable power capacity is the fourth largest in the world. On the renewable energy front. Investments are flowing in and entrepreneurs are enthusiastic. But there are counter-currents.
Tata Vs Mistry: Dispute that can Make or Break India Inc.
The bonhomie between the Tatas and the Shapoorji Pallonji Group was example of trust and ethics in the corporate world. That and more was dented with the unceremonious exit of Cyrus Mistry from Tata Group.
Mixed Marriages in India: A Status Report
Uttar Pradesh has a law that can make inter-faith wedding a crime. If anyone can prove forced conversion in mixed marriages, the punishment could be up to 10 years in jail. Multi-cultural India has a lot at stake here.
Centre’s Public Wi-Fi Offer: All You Need to Know
The Centre has given approval for setting up Public Wi-Fi Networks across the country. This has triggered a discussion over the usage of public Wi-Fi, its scope, limitations and how far it would help bridge India’s digital divide.
Central Vista: India’s New Parliament Project
The Rs 20,000 crore construction exercise for India’s new Parliament building has met with criticism. Many call it wasteful expenditure at a time the country’s economy and polity are at the crossroads.
Why India and China are Fighting over Brahmaputra?
China prepares to build the world’s largest dam over the Brahmaputra. India plans to counter it with another dam downstream. Many theories float around. What are the actual consequences?
Recession in India: What are the Learnings?
The economy is in a recession only on technical terms, but that’s no reason to rejoice. Impacts of Covid-19 and policy mishaps of the Centre seem to have weakened the economy deeply.
Digital Divide: Rural India’s Struggle for Access
This is not a new story. This is in fact a very old story. India’s internet penetration is abysmally low in comparison with its peers and the digital divide is only getting more alarming. Here’s a status report.
RCEP: Why is India Not Part of the Biggest Trade Bloc?
Countries in Southeast Asia and Pacific region have joined hands to create RCEP, the world’s largest trade agreement. India had withdrawn from the deal negotiations last year. What is India missing out on by deciding to sit out?
Hackers Target Covid Vaccine Researchers: Why?
Microsoft says it has detected hacking attempts on Covid-19 researchers. It says the hackers are sponsored by Russia and North Korea, and has called for criminal action against the two countries.
Reality TV: Why are We So Obsessed with It?
Studies show our fascination towards Reality TV stems from not-so-innocent desires and the habit reflect elements such as dysfunctional families, inferiority complexes, a penchant for voyeurism and more.