Category: Economy

Dharma and the Earth: A Bhāratīya Vision for Ecological Balance

Dharma, rooted in the ageless wisdom of Indian civilisation, is a comprehensive approach to environmental preservation that regards nature as sacred, balances ecological responsibility with development, and centres sustainable living on humanity's obligation to the planet. Dr. Aniruddh Subhedar माता भूमिः पुत्रो अहं पृथिव्याः (Atharvaveda 12.1.12) “Earth is my mother, I am the son of … Continue reading Dharma and the Earth: A Bhāratīya Vision for Ecological Balance →

Rubio in India: Why Bharat-US Ties Now Run on Energy and Enterprise

NC Bipindra US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's second visit to Bharat this year was remarkable for its destinations. He landed in Mumbai on October 20, 2026, for talks aimed at easing pressure on global energy markets and External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar greeted him. He never set foot in New Delhi. The itinerary … Continue reading Rubio in India: Why Bharat-US Ties Now Run on Energy and Enterprise →

Why Starlink Is Not a Telecom Story Alone

India needs better connectivity. It should not pay for it with strategic independence. Dr. Nitin Sharma India is at a crossroads. It must now take tough decisions and take them without bowing to pressure from anyone. Satellite internet can reach remote villages, mountain regions and underserved communities. But one question has got far less attention … Continue reading Why Starlink Is Not a Telecom Story Alone →

Windowless Buildings Holding Up Viksit Bharat

India is building data centres at record speed. Harder question is who owns the intelligence inside these centres. Dr Nitin Sharma The first-quarter GDP numbers for FY 2026-27 have done more than just beat expectations. They have restored a certain confidence. The economy grew 7.8 per cent. That was much more than Reserve Bank’s forecast. … Continue reading Windowless Buildings Holding Up Viksit Bharat →

BRICS: not anti-west Caucus?

BRICS: not anti-west Caucus?

After two-day jamboree at Bharat Mandapam, deliverables to be measured by what’s retained by next two BRICS Presidencies N.C. Bipindra When eleven governments that disagree on almost everything sign the same 140-paragraph document, the achievement is procedural before politics took over. That is the fairest first reading of 18th BRICS Summit held at Bharat Mandapam … Continue reading BRICS: not anti-west Caucus? →

Five Years of Taliban

Afghanistan swings between Stability, Repression and Uncertainty; women face brunt of poverty, limited or no access to food & education. Dr Shambhavi Thite The world witnessed the fall of the Afghan republic on 15 August 2021, with a shocking degree of rapidity. With Taliban fighters marching into Kabul, President Ghani fleeing from his post, and … Continue reading Five Years of Taliban →

Civilizational Continuum to Strategic Delivery

Bharat and Indonesia’s relationship is defined beyond BrahMos, Astra missiles and port development deals. It’s a defining moment. Dr Gautam Kumar Jha Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to Indonesia last week marks a defining moment in evolution of Indo – Indonesian relations. More than another successful diplomatic engagement under Bharat's Act East Policy, the … Continue reading Civilizational Continuum to Strategic Delivery →

Swadeshi Goes Hi-Tech!

‘Swa’ and Bharat’s self-reliance in advanced technology areas is a reality, domestic nuclear power campaign to fuel energy security. Dr Upender Krishen Saroop Swadeshi way of life carries a very deep and broader meaning. One must first understand Self (Swa) inherent in the word “Swadeshi.” ‘Swa’ has three foundational dimensions that have given Bharat a … Continue reading Swadeshi Goes Hi-Tech! →

Currency Conundrum

Create dedicated war chest to cushion against conflicts, defer non-priority imports, go big on dollar trades, currency swaps & non-dollar deals. K.A.Badarinath Is Bharatiya Rupee under attack? Will conversion ratio cross the psychological barrier of Rs 100 per one US dollar? Would that mean Bharat’s economy gets more susceptible or vulnerable to external currency market … Continue reading Currency Conundrum →

Pragmatism Over Ambition

BRICS currency may not be shelved all together. Non-dollar settlements, digital currencies, regional payment gateways to take precedence. N. C. Bipindra A common BRICS currency is an idea that once symbolised the grouping's ambitious challenge to dominance of US Dollar. The common BRICS currency was proposed to reshape the global financial order apart from geo-political … Continue reading Pragmatism Over Ambition →