"Funga" refers to the kingdom of fungi, and its importance is often underappreciated in discussions of biodiversity, where attention primarily goes to flora (plants) and fauna (animals). However, fungi play a crucial role in ecosystems and should be recognized as equally essential. Read to learn … [Read more...] about Why Funga is as significant as Flora and Fauna?
Haber-Bosch Process: How significant was this for the globe?
The Haber-Bosch process, developed in the early 20th century, revolutionized global agriculture by enabling large-scale ammonia synthesis from atmospheric nitrogen. This ammonia was then used to create synthetic fertilizers, which profoundly impacted food production. Read here to learn … [Read more...] about Haber-Bosch Process: How significant was this for the globe?
Non-Kinetic Warfare: Is India prepared for Hybrid warfare?
Non-kinetic warfare refers to military and strategic actions aimed at achieving objectives without using physical force or conventional weapons. This type of warfare focuses on influencing, disrupting, or neutralizing the adversary's capabilities through indirect means. Read here to learn … [Read more...] about Non-Kinetic Warfare: Is India prepared for Hybrid warfare?
Benami Law in India
India's Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Act, of 1988, commonly known as the Benami Law, was enacted to combat the issue of "benami" property- property held by one person but paid for by another. The purpose of the law is to prevent individuals from avoiding taxes by acquiring assets in the name of … [Read more...] about Benami Law in India
India-Canada Diplomatic Tension
The India-Canada diplomatic tensions escalated in 2024 after the Canadian government named the Indian diplomats as persons of interest in an investigation. Read here to learn more about the diplomatic tensions between the two countries. India-Canada diplomatic tensions have a complex and evolving … [Read more...] about India-Canada Diplomatic Tension
Ratan Tata: The Visionary Industrialist and Philanthropist
Ratan Tata, the chairman emeritus of Tata Sons, passed away recently. He was widely admired for his stewardship of one of the country’s largest conglomerates, his personal ethics, and his philanthropic activities. Read here to learn more about his visionary life. Ratan Tata was part of the … [Read more...] about Ratan Tata: The Visionary Industrialist and Philanthropist
Shale Gas in India: Advantages and Disadvantages of the Energy source
Shale gas, a type of natural gas found trapped within shale formations, is increasingly being explored in India as an alternative energy source. India's growing energy needs and reliance on imported oil and natural gas have made shale gas a promising resource for reducing import dependence and … [Read more...] about Shale Gas in India: Advantages and Disadvantages of the Energy source
Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment (MACE) Observatory
The Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment Telescope (MACE) is one of the world's largest gamma-ray telescopes, designed to study high-energy cosmic gamma-ray sources. Read here to learn more. Located near Leh in Hanle, Ladakh, India, at an altitude of about 4,300 meters, MACE detects Cherenkov … [Read more...] about Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment (MACE) Observatory
Weaponization of Trade
Weaponization of trade refers to the strategic use of trade policies, tariffs, sanctions, and economic tools by a country to further its geopolitical or national security goals, rather than just pursuing economic benefits. Read here to learn more. This practice has gained prominence in recent … [Read more...] about Weaponization of Trade
Chagos Archipelago: The last British African colony
The Chagos Archipelago has a complex and contested history, largely shaped by colonialism, geopolitics, and human rights issues. Located in the Indian Ocean, the archipelago is part of the British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT), but it has been the subject of disputes between the UK, Mauritius, and … [Read more...] about Chagos Archipelago: The last British African colony
