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India’s New Space Age: Innovation, Industry, and the Next Frontier

India’s space program began in the 1960s with modest sounding rockets launched from Thumba. The successful launch of Aryabhata in 1975 was a foundational moment, soon followed by SLV-3, INSAT, and IRS satellite systems. In 2008, India launched Chandrayaan-1, marking its first mission to the Moon, and in 2013, it became the first Asian nation […]
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City Watch: Exploring the Employment Landscape in Indore

The current business landscape is witnessing a significant transformation in Tier 2 cities, positioning them as emerging hubs for both employers and job seekers. Indore, named as the cleanest city in India for 7 consecutive years, is also the financial capital of Madhya Pradesh. This city is now joining the ranks of other rapidly growing […]
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The Prime Minister Internship Scheme (PMIS) Pilot 2: Driving India’s Employability Forward

India holds the potential to benefit from its demographic dividend, marked by a large youth population. However, the persistent gap between academic learning and industry-ready skills is a source of concern as it is putting into question the overall employability of this demographic. To address this skill gap, the Government of India launched the Prime […]
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Five Years of NEP 2020: A Blueprint Stuck at the Drawing Board

In July 2020, India launched one of its most ambitious and long-overdue educational policy reforms: the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Framed after extensive consultation and touted as a 21st-century blueprint for “holistic, flexible, multidisciplinary” learning, the policy was a long-awaited response to the systemic inertia plaguing Indian education. With promises of transforming everything from […]
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The Moving City: Bangalore at the Crossroads of Work and Innovation

As the global economy undergoes rapid transformation, the nature of work is being redefined—leading to short-term job engagements, shorter corporate lifespans, underemployment of graduates, growing income inequality in knowledge-based roles, and a rise in necessity-driven self-employment. While these trends are reshaping employment landscapes worldwide, Bangalore has emerged as a standout example of how cities can […]
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As America Turns Inward, India’s Moment to Lead Has Arrived

As the U.S. wrestles with internal contradictions, India has a unique window to rise—but only if it acts decisively. The current trajectory of American policy seems to be undermining the very foundations that once propelled it to global dominance. The slogan “Make America Great Again,” which increasingly feels like a coded call to “Make America […]
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The Future of Manufacturing industry In India

The manufacturing industry in India is experiencing substantial growth, playing a pivotal role in driving economic development and creating a wide range of employment opportunities. This expansion is being fueled by multiple factors, including the emergence of Industry 4.0, which has introduced advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and data analytics, along with support from […]
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The Case for Six-Hour Workdays and Job Doubling

India’s job crisis makes 12-hour workdays a misguided solution India is currently at a critical crossroads in its economic development. With a youthful population eager to contribute and an ambitious agenda spanning manufacturing, digital services, and technology innovation, the country faces the persistent challenge of unemployment and underemployment. According to recent estimates, millions of Indian […]
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Gender Stereotypes in Workplace: Effects and Mitigation Strategies

Gender stereotypes in the workplace are among the key factors that hinder employee performance and impede the overall organisational growth. These stereotypes manifest in various forms, including biased promotions, unequal recognition, inequitable compensation, and even racial discrimination. Addressing such issues is essential to safeguard employee well-being and protect the organisation’s reputation. According to the World […]
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India’s Quick Commerce Boom: Fast Deliveries, Fragile Workforce?

India’s quick commerce (Q-commerce) sector has undergone a meteoric rise, transforming from a novel urban convenience to a near-essential part of everyday life. In bustling cities, the promise of groceries, meals, and daily essentials delivered within 10 to 15 minutes has rapidly become the norm. Brands like Zepto, Blinkit, Swiggy Instamart, and others have built […]
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Be Ready When Opportunity Comes Knocking

Why Upskilling Is No Longer Optional and Working Professionals are taking control in their own hands CEO of Microsoft, Satya Nadella’s claim that “Ultimately, it’s not going to be about man versus machine. It is going to be about man with machine. And to be that, you have to be skilled,”  This statement rings especially […]
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Industry Outlook: India’s Pharma Industry 2025–2030

How India Is Transforming Global Pharma: From Generics to Innovation The pharma industry in India is entering a dynamic phase of growth, driven by innovation, digital transformation, and a strong global reputation in generics and vaccine manufacturing. As the world’s third-largest producer of pharmaceuticals by volume and 14th by value, India supplies more than 50% […]
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