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The Beginning of an Orwellian Nightmare
In a technology-driven world, governments are struggling to find a balance between national security and individual rights.
Emerging Front Lines for Terror in the African
The Sahel is the new terror frontline where a few are waging a pitched battle for survival. Unknown to the larger world, their success or failure will matter.
The Eternal President: Vladimir Putin
The Duma’s latest constitutional reforms have allowed for President Putin’s extended stay in power. Has Russia invested in a visionary leader?
The Carbon Footprint of the Internet
Connecting smartphones, laptops and smart devices to the infrastructure of the internet requires a gargantuan amount of energy, leaving a hefty carbon footprint.
Stifling Shale: Saudi-Russia Feud
Saudi’s reduction of oil prices has intensified the price war with Russia that will also affect the U.S. Shale industry. Will the stricken world economy gain or lose?
Renewables: How Green is Green
While the world still relies on fossil fuels for most of its energy needs, there are significant drawbacks from the use of renewables.
Seeking Remedies for the Indian Financial Sector
The failures of IL&FS, PMB and Yes Bank have left the Indian financial sector in shambles. How can reforms change the landscape of our economy?
Climate Change: Should Indian Farmers Worry?
Climate change is wreaking havoc on Indian farming as traditional weather patterns become unpredictable. Can farmers adapt to the changing reality?
20 Years after the Beijing Women's Declaration
The UN Report New Era for Girls takes stock of changes over the course of the 20 years since the Beijing deceleration.
Revoking the Ban: Cryptocurrency in India
The Supreme Court has lifted the ban on trading in cryptocurrencies. How will the government create an effective regulatory framework to monitor digital currencies?
Top 10 Geopolitical Risks in 2020 by Synergia Group
Along with global economic imbalance, an epidemic, and socio-political unrest ushering in 2020, here are the top 10 risks for the rest of the year.
Neighbourhood Virus: Are We Prepared?
Despite India’s proximity to China, COVID-19 has not yet become an epidemic here. But with new cases steadily rising, can India face the deadly threat?
India Genome Sequencing: changing paradigms
The expansive reach of genome sequencing could endanger human biosafety. If so, what are the key concerns ?
Neighbourhood First: Building Bhutan
India is Bhutan’s most significant neighbour across dimensions. How can we foster this relationship to develop the South Asian region?
“Redback” Rising: Trading in Yuan
The increasing influence of the Chinese Yuan is raising red flags. What are the impacts on Yuan’s reserve status and its usage in global trade?
Top 10 Geopolitical Conflicts of 2020 by Synergia Group
Radical Islamists, drug wars, and fighting against the system- these are some of the geopolitical risks of 2020.
Education 4.0: Are We Prepared for IR4?
India is struggling to produce an employable workforce. How can we develop our youth to meet the demands of the fourth industrial revolution?
Sudan: Shedding Stigma of Terrorism
As Sudan gingerly adopts democracy, its first major diplomatic initiative is to mend ties with Israel. Will this quicken its international acceptance?
Black Swan of the Decade
The deadly Coronavirus is disrupting global supply chains. How will countries cope with this unexpected “decoupling” from China?
Campaign Finance: Feeding Democracy
Campaign funding legislation has triggered a debate on transparency vs donor privacy. Is there a reasonable compromise to protect the right to privacy?