Abstract India’s aspiration to become a developed economy by 2047, when it completes 100 years of independence, is ambitious yet achievable if supported by consistent policy reforms, structural changes, and socio-economic transformation. A developed economy is characterized by high per capita income, low poverty, advanced infrastructure, innovation-driven growth, and a [...]
1. The Politics of Economic Milestones Amid a lot of talk on this issue—India potentially becoming the third-largest economy globally—the reality is nuanced. Too often, this debate includes more politics than economics, transforming legitimate economic milestones into political rhetoric. India’s ascent to the 3rd-largest economy is often narrated with political [...]
In a nation built on democratic ideals and rule of law, the police force plays a foundational role in ensuring justice, public order, and safety. However, the Indian Police System (IPS) often faces widespread criticism due to poor work ethics, corruption, lack of accountability, and political interference. This article aims [...]
The United States (US) government’s imposition of a 25% tariff on a wide range of Indian goods effective from August 1, 2025, marks a significant turn in bilateral trade dynamics. This protectionist move, aimed at addressing trade imbalances and promoting domestic industries, is anticipated to have multi-layered repercussions on the [...]
I. Introduction U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent assertion branding the economies of India and Russia as “dead” has stirred significant geopolitical and economic discourse. While Trump’s controversial statements often follow a pattern of political jibes (PJ), such a bold claim warrants a deeper examination, especially in the context of the [...]
Canada enters the second half of the 2020s facing a crowded and sometimes contradictory policy agenda. On paper its fundamentals — natural resources, educated labour, high immigration targets and strong institutions — look attractive. In practice, a string of external shocks, domestic frictions and political tensions makes the climb steep. [...]