Ruchira Talapatra

Did You Know We Didn’t Always Have This PMO? It Was Indira Gandhi Who First Consolidated Power in Office

March 31, 2025

The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) of India has grown from a modest secretarial unit at independence into the nerve center of national governance. Established in 1947 as the Prime Minister’s Secretariat (PMS), it was initially a low-profile office intended to assist the Prime Minister with routine administrative support. Over the...

India Not Even Close; Cost of ‘Unregulated’ Carbon Trading

March 2, 2025

India is preparing to launch its first-ever carbon market, a move that could significantly reshape the country's approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The Indian Carbon Market (ICM), set to begin compliance trading in 2025-26, is being touted as a key tool to help the country achieve its net-zero emissions...

NQM 2023: What Our IITs Are Doing For National Security

February 16, 2025

In April 2023, India embarked on a transformative journey by launching the National Quantum Mission (NQM), a strategic initiative designed to position the nation at the forefront of quantum technology. With a substantial investment of Rs 6,003.65 crore over an eight-year period, the NQM aims to foster scientific and industrial...

New Delhi Railway Station Stampede: We Have Done This Before; What’s Wrong With Us

February 16, 2025

In the predawn hours of January 29, 2025, the air in Prayagraj was thick with devotion. Pilgrims, wrapped in shawls against the winter chill, pressed forward towards the Sangam, the sacred confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati. Some had traveled thousands of miles, their journey fueled by...

F-35 for India: U.S. Move Jolts Pakistan, Worries China

February 14, 2025

In a significant development, U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to bolster military sales to India, including the provision of F-35 stealth fighter jets. This move has elicited concerns from Pakistan, which fears potential disruptions to the regional military balance and the undermining of strategic stability in South Asia. Pakistan's...

Modi France visit: Indian soldiers recognised in the Battle of Marseille

February 12, 2025

The French East India Wars encompass a series of conflicts between European colonial powers, primarily France and Britain, for dominance over the Indian subcontinent. These wars, spanning from the late 17th century to the early 19th century, played a pivotal role in shaping the colonial landscape of India. While Britain...

From Grains to Growth: India’s Processed Food Boom

January 10, 2025

Over the last ten years, India's processed food sector has undergone a remarkable transformation, fueled by evolving consumer preferences, economic growth, and strategic government initiatives. This shift has reshaped the nation’s dietary habits and positioned India as a significant player in the global processed food industry. Rising Demand The Indian...

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