Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s launch of the “Swastha Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan” on September 17, 2025, coinciding with his seventy-fifth birthday, marks a landmark moment in India’s health landscape. Designed as the nation’s largest women and child health outreach campaign, this initiative promises accessible screening and preventive care for women and adolescent girls across every…
Living in a city or a countryside village and surroundings shapes our everyday experience in many ways. How people work, learn, rest, celebrate and form values often depends on whether they are in a dense urban area or in a rural setting. Below I examine in depth how urban and rural life differ in pace,…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transformed how we work, learn, and live. From chatbots answering questions in seconds to recommendation systems predicting what we want to watch, AI is now deeply woven into daily life. But behind its clean and efficient interface lies a complex, human-driven process that few people see. The efficiency of AI depends…
Smartphones and cheap data are changing rural life. Still, many young people in villages lack the skills to use those tools confidently. This report explains how internet access is growing in rural areas, what programs are teaching digital skills, the practical challenges that remain, inspiring success stories, and how digital skills can create jobs and…
We hear the claim all the time. Wages barely move for most people, while the very wealthy seem to get wealthier each year. The question is partly empirical and partly about mechanisms. Empirically, wealth and income have become more concentrated in many countries over recent decades. For example, research finds that the bottom half of…
Work is a major part of most adult lives. For many people, the workplace can be a source of purpose, community, financial stability, and growth. But when conditions are poor, work can also be a major source of stress, mental health decline, burnout, turnover, and even serious harm. As a Workplace Mental Health Strategist, my…
Introduction The global housing crisis has become one of the most pressing challenges of the 21st century. Rapid urbanization, population growth, rising inequality, and restrictive zoning laws have made housing unaffordable for millions of people worldwide. Policymakers and urban planners are facing mounting pressure to balance economic development with the fundamental right to adequate housing….
The Supreme Court of India recently refused to entertain an urgent plea that sought the cancellation of the India-Pakistan Asia Cup T20 match scheduled for September 14. The petition, filed by four law students, came in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoora. Their main contention was that allowing the match to…
In today’s fast-paced market, small businesses in India are under pressure to stay competitive, deliver quality service, and grow sustainably, all while managing tight budgets and limited staff. Artificial Intelligence (AI), once reserved for large corporations, is now accessible and affordable, offering small enterprises powerful tools to streamline operations and boost growth. Why AI Matters…
Introduction India’s short-term economy is growing steadily, but rising food and fuel prices are pushing inflation higher. The government is working to maintain fiscal balance while boosting jobs, infrastructure, and investment. For households, this means facing higher living costs, while businesses manage increased expenses but still see strong demand. Policymakers are focused on supporting growth…
