Since the beginning of the British rule, India’s foreign trade policy has only focussed on catering to the interests of the already advancing Britain rather than those of our own country. But the post-independent India decided to rectify these mistakes soon after its independence. India’s five-year plans (FYPs) highlighted the
Category: Development
IN THE SHADOW OF HAPPINESS IN INDIA
The Concept of ‘Being Happy’ in India India, spanning across 29 states and 8 union territories, offers unique ethnic, religious and linguistic diversity. While taking a stroll in the streets of India, one can see people doing their daily stuff, whatever that is. Or they are just standing and sitting
RURAL ECONOMY: A JOURNEY TOWARDS THE REVIVAL OF THE HANDICRAFTS BUSINESS
India is dominantly a rural economy-based country. As the majority of its population resides in rural areas, this sector provides most of the employment in the country. Even though there have been significant improvements in the rural economy over the years, we still have a long way to go. The
NEW EDUCATION POLICY – A HOLISTIC APPROACH
Education gives us the manpower to achieve anything and everything around us. It is fundamental for achieving complete human potential and creates a tank full of opportunities for everyone. The New Education Policy will demise the structure of old learning and give rise to an innovative and comprehensive approach. It
CAN THE INTERNET HELP THE RURAL KIDS RECLAIM THEIR CHILDHOOD?
It is estimated that sixty-six percent of India’s population lives in its villages. Despite, the internet becoming synonymous with urbanisation, it is the rural India that holds the key to the digitalisation of the nation. With the internet making inroads into our villages, it becomes imperative to explore the impacts
THE CITY-STATE’S PATH TOWARDS A SMART NATION: SINGAPORE
The city-state of Singapore obtained its formal independence in 1965. Its condition during that period looked completely different from the state that it is enjoying now. Back then, the country was flooded with problems. There was an alarming unemployment rate with the majority of the population under poverty, lack of
INDIA’S DHARAVI THRIVING INFORMAL ECONOMY: A SLUM OF OPPORTUNITIES
Dharavi, one of the world’s biggest slums, lies right in the middle of India’s financial capital. It provides shelter to more than a million people and sprawls over 590 acres. It is home to a large number of thriving micro industries that produce top quality leather goods, wax printed goods,
INDIA’S ROAD TO BECOMING A SUPERPOWER IN THE 21ST CENTURY
It’s been more than 70 years since India gained independence, the newly born Indian nation was struggling for its survival. This was a time when challenges were many but the resolute in the minds of those who fought for our independence was strong. They dreamed of an India that was
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN AFRICA: AN OVERVIEW
Africa’s slow progress can be a cause of concern for prospective investors. However, investing in the emerging sectors will long-term benefits to those willing to wait. Strong demographics, rising sectors and abundant resources are some of the long-term growth opportunities. Strive Masiyiwa, chairman of the pan-African company Econet Group, remarked:
INDIA’S GROWING PHARMACEUTICAL SECTOR AND IT’S FUTURE
India is the largest manufacturer of drugs worldwide. According to IBEF, the Indian pharmaceutical sector supplies over 50% of global demand for various vaccines. The government has taken some initiatives to promote the pharmaceutical sector in India. Government hopes, for example, to create a nearly Rs 1 lakh crore fund