India is hosting the Global Conference on Women in Agri-Food Systems 2026 in New Delhi from March 12–14 to promote women’s leadership, equality, and innovation in agriculture. The event brings together global policymakers, scientists, entrepreneurs, and farmers to strengthen women’s role across agri-food systems. The three-day event is taking place at the ICAR Convention Centre…
The Global Hunger Index (GHI) 2025 was officially launched at the African Union Headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, bringing together policymakers, development experts, youth innovators and civil society organisations to address one of the world’s most persistent humanitarian challenges. The event was held under the theme “Time to Recommit to Zero Hunger,” highlighting the urgent…
A recent study in Social Sciences & Humanities Open found that students who used ChatGPT while studying finished tasks faster but remembered less information after 45 days. The research suggests the impact of AI on learning may lead to faster work but weaker long-term knowledge retention. A university student sits in front of her laptop,…
The UNESCO–MeitY India AI Readiness Assessment Report emphasizes that India’s AI adoption must prioritize ethics, inclusive governance, workforce transition, and protection for informal sector workers, not just technological growth. India commands 16% of the world’s AI talent. But a landmark new report warns that raw talent alone will not build a fair AI future. UNESCO…
Bharat Lal, as NHRC India Secretary-General, links human rights, governance reform, environmental policy, and institutional learning to shape effective policy leadership in India. He emphasizes youth engagement, gender inclusion, and community-centric programs like Jal Jeevan Mission to ensure rights-based governance. Influence frequently operates covertly in India’s policy ecosystem. Instead of focusing on headlines, it moves…
India and Finland have launched a Strategic Partnership in Digitalisation and Sustainability, focusing on AI, 6G, digital public infrastructure, and green energy to boost inclusive growth. Both countries also aim to double bilateral trade by 2030 and strengthen cooperation in technology, innovation, and sustainability. India and Finland have elevated their bilateral relationship to a “Strategic…
India has made significant progress in expanding safe drinking water access through the Jal Jeevan Mission and AMRUT, but challenges like water quality issues, infrastructure gaps, and groundwater depletion continue to threaten sustainable water security. Addressing these challenges requires an Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) approach, stronger governance, and climate-resilient water planning to ensure Har…
The Union Budget 2026–27 significantly increases Gender and Child Budgeting, allocating around ₹5 lakh crore for women and ₹1.32 lakh crore for child welfare to strengthen nutrition, early childhood care, and social protection. However, concerns remain about effective fund utilization, monitoring, and implementation gaps that may limit real impact. Gender and child budgeting has emerged…
Viksit Bharat 2047 is India’s long-term national vision to become a developed nation by 2047, focusing on inclusive growth, digital infrastructure, social justice, and sustainable development. The initiative aims to empower youth, women, farmers, and the poor while strengthening innovation, governance, and economic progress. India stepped into the global spotlight in early February 2026. At…
The Ladki Bahin Drain Project in Navi Mumbai aims to improve stormwater drainage and prevent flooding, but requires felling valuable teak trees, raising environmental concerns over green cover and urban ecology. Key Highlights • Drainage work under the Ladki Bahin scheme requires felling of teak trees in Navi Mumbai.• Forest Department initiated tree-cutting process following…
