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The SCO, BRICS, and G20: How India is Redefining Multilateral Diplomacy

India’s leadership in SCO, BRICS, and G20 showcasing global collaboration and inclusive diplomacy.

India is redefining its identity as a key catalyst in shaping the future of multilateral democracy. It is leveraging crucial platforms like the BRICS, G20, and Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) to drive global collaboration and syncing these frameworks with its national interests. These roles indicate a huge metamorphosis, showcasing India as more than just a […]

AI Regulation: Protecting Innovation Without Stifling It

Illustration showing balanced AI regulation in India—symbolizing innovation, data privacy, and accountability.

The AI revolution reshaped everything in India, from healthcare to agriculture to the corporate industry. The transformative opportunity that India got with the advent of Artificial Intelligence has only made India stand at a crossroads. The million-dollar question lurking around the corner is – How do we regulate AI without killing the very innovation that […]

Digital Sovereignty at Work: Why India’s Push for Zoho Marks a Turning Point in Tech Independence 

India’s growing digital infrastructure powered by Zoho and homegrown technology

In the current era, data is akin to oil, the fuel that is driving the world. And nowadays, India is making a revolutionary move by controlling the data pipeline. The Indian government has recently pivoted towards Zoho, a homegrown software giant. This groundbreaking innovation embodies more than a mere preference for local software vendors. It […]

Circular Economy in Fashion & Textiles: India’s Untapped Potential

Circular economy in India’s fashion and textile industry promoting sustainability through recycling and eco-friendly fabrics.

India, being the second-largest textile exporter in the world, is currently standing at a crossroads. Our $165 billion fashion industry has exposed us to increasing environmental costs primarily due to our “take-make-dispose” model. However, this challenge also gives us an extraordinary opportunity. India has the potential to become a global fashion leader, transforming its waste […]

How Bihar, UP, and Odisha are Redefining India’s Map of Opportunities

How Bihar, UP, and Odisha are Redefining India’s Map of Opportunities

India’s industrial hub has always been centred around its western and southern regions. However, now we are seeing a prominent shift, which is driven by the notion of state-led industrial growth in central and eastern areas. The states of Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Odisha are leveraging critical policy reforms along with planned infrastructure development to […]

Can India Become The World’s Supply Chain Alternative to China?

Illustration showing India emerging as a global manufacturing and supply chain hub, challenging China’s dominance

China has been the undisputed mogul in manufacturing products for decades. Its massive scale of production, affordable labor, and excellent infrastructure have rightly earned China the title of the “world’s factory.” However, recent geopolitical shifts and trade tensions, along with China’s critical vulnerabilities exposed by the COVID-19 pandemic, have prompted world organisations to consider a […]

Energy Transitions: Can India Balance Growth With Green Goals?

India balancing economic growth with green energy and climate goals through renewable power, policy reforms, and sustainable development

India’s rapid economic growth presents a fundamental challenge: how do we meet surging energy demand while staying aligned with climate goals? As the world’s most populous country, with an expanding industrial base and urban footprint, India’s energy use is rising quickly. At the same time, it has made ambitious climate commitments — and the world […]

The Startup Policy Link: Why India Needs Smarter Regulation for New-Age Businesses

Smarter rules boost India’s startup growth

India has been experiencing a startup tsunami over the last decade. With tens of thousands of ventures scaling up and global investments pouring in, the country has emerged among the world’s fastest-growing innovation hubs. Yet, behind this success story lies a persistent challenge: outdated regulations that haven’t kept pace with digital-first businesses. If India truly […]

The Rise of Tier 2 and Tier 3 Cities in India’s Economic Story

tier 2 and tier 3 cities driving Indian economic growth

For years, India’s economic growth has been synonymous with its metro hubs — Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and others. Easy access to capital, infrastructure, and talent made them the launchpads for innovation across multiple industries. But this picture is changing fast. Today, India’s Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities are increasingly emerging as the next frontiers […]

Why India’s Emerging Technology Ecosystem Needs Strategic Patience & Big Business Support

India emerging technology

When we talk of India’s growth story today, it’s not possible to ignore the excitement in emerging tech, artificial intelligence, semiconductors, space technology, clean energy, and defence technology are no longer specialist domains. They’re center stage in the boardrooms and policy plans. But despite all the optimistic rhetoric, I believe two things are needed if […]