A new identity for Hyderabad
The article highlights the emergence of Global Capability Centres (GCCs) as a new identity for Hyderabad, transforming its economy and job market. It discusses Hyderabad's succe...
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02 July 2026
The case for building India’s coal chemistry capability
The article advocates for India to build its coal chemistry capability to enhance energy security and reduce dependence on imported resources like LPG. It highlights India's suc...
Yes and no: On the erosion of India’s grassroots democracy
A new report highlights the erosion of India's grassroots democracy, particularly concerning Gram Sabhas. It notes 'participation fatigue' among citizens due to a lack of outcom...
A unified policy architecture for India’s energy future
The article discusses India's significant progress in energy transformation and outlines the need for a unified national energy framework to achieve energy self-reliance by 2047...
01 July 2026
Tamil Nadu’s elusive Bengal foxes and their shrinking space
The Bengal fox (Vulpes bengalensis), once common in south Indian grasslands, is now elusive due to habitat loss from agricultural expansion, urbanisation, road kills, and persec...
CBI arrests IAS official in Haryana govt. funds misappropriation case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested an IAS official, Pardeep Kumar, former Member Secretary of the Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB), in connection wi...
Damocles’ sword over Kerala’s fortunes
The article details the severe fiscal crisis in Kerala, marked by high debt, significant fiscal and revenue deficits, and low capital expenditure. It highlights challenges from ...
India’s ‘Israel habit’ meets West Asian realities
The article analyzes India's foreign policy in West Asia, particularly its deepening engagement with Israel, arguing it has become a 'habit' rather than a strategic choice. It h...
Reimagining sovereign AI for India’s strategic future
The article discusses the global trend of governments asserting national advantage in AI policy, citing examples from the US and Europe. It argues that India needs a coherent st...
30 June 2026
Surveillance boost: Army to raise ‘Baaz Battalions’
The Indian Army is establishing 'Baaz Battalions' to significantly enhance its Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) capabilities for battlefield surveillance, intelligence gathering,...
Italy and Balkans endure heatwave, U.S. also faces soaring temperatures
The article reports on a record-breaking heatwave impacting Italy, the Balkans, and parts of the U.S., causing hundreds of excess deaths, disrupting daily life, and increasing t...
Why artificial wisdom is the biggest AI risk
The article discusses the significant risks associated with Artificial Intelligence (AI), distinguishing them by impact and mitigation difficulty. It highlights three primary ri...