Archives for January 2026

Renowned Ecologist Madhav Gadgil (1942–2026) has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of a Life Dedicated to Ecology. Read here to learn more about his life. The passing away of Professor Madhav Gadgil marks the loss of one of India’s most influential and principled voices in ecology, … [Read more...] about Madhav Gadgil: A Life dedicated to Ecology

India’s progress on Climate Targets has been under scrutiny even after strong compliance with the Paris agreement. Read here to know about the progress, gaps and road ahead for India. India’s climate performance is increasingly under scrutiny as recent assessments reveal a widening gap between … [Read more...] about India’s Progress on Climate Targets

India’s Population Census 2027 marks a historic milestone in the country’s demographic and governance architecture. The first phase is to be implemented from April to September 2026. Read here to learn more. The Population census 2027 is significant not only because it follows a 16-year gap since … [Read more...] about Population Census 2027

Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme recognises semiconductor chips as critical enablers of healthcare, transport, communications, defence, space, and emerging digital infrastructure. Read here to learn more. India’s Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme has emerged as a critical pillar of the … [Read more...] about Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme

Somnath Temple is a symbol of a Thousand-Year Saga of Destruction, Renewal and Civilisational Continuity. Read here to know the history of the temple. The Prime Minister’s reference to 1,000 years since the 1026 CE attack by Mahmud of Ghazni has renewed attention on the Somnath Temple, one of … [Read more...] about Somnath Temple

The US Venezuela Crisis marks a dramatic point in relations between the United States and Venezuela, with wider ramifications for sovereignty norms, international law, and power politics in the Western Hemisphere. Read here to learn more. In January 2026, the United States conducted “Operation … [Read more...] about US Venezuela Crisis

Suryastra Rocket Launcher System is India’s first indigenous Long-Range Precision Strike Capability. Read here to learn more. The Indian Army has signed a ₹293-crore emergency procurement contract with NIBE Ltd., in collaboration with Elbit Systems, for the induction of the Suryastra rocket … [Read more...] about Suryastra Rocket Launcher System

Climate Resilient Agriculture is a strategic imperative for India’s food security and sustainability. Read here to learn more. India’s agriculture stands at the frontline of climate change. Rising temperatures, erratic monsoons, frequent droughts and floods, declining soil fertility, and … [Read more...] about Climate Resilient Agriculture