Policy UpdateNaushabaApril marks the onset of spring in many parts of the world, symbolising renewal, growth, and transformation. It’s a month filled with global observances and awareness days, each celebrating diverse aspects of humanity, nature, and cultural history. These...
Policy UpdateNaushabaMarch, a month that heralds the arrival of spring in many parts of the world, is filled with vibrant energy and renewal. As the days grow longer and nature awakens from its winter slumber, this month symbolises growth,...
Policy UpdateNaushabaThough the shortest month, February holds an abundant significance, each day honouring unique causes, emotions, and movements. From global awareness days to cultural celebrations, February offers moments to reflect, connect, and inspire.February 2: World Wetlands DayWorld Wetlands Day...
TK ArunIt is vital for the Economic Policy Framework that the Budget promised to fashion all its separate elements to India’s strategic goalEconomic policy should seek strategic autonomy.The Budget speech promised an economic policy framework for the next generation...
Policy UpdateBhaktiba JadejaJanuary is a significant month that highlights various observances, each with a unique purpose and importance. From celebrating cultural contributions to raising awareness about social issues, these days remind us of our collective responsibilities and values.January 4:...
Event ReportSamprikta BanerjeeThe Center for Habitat, Urban and Regional Studies(CHURS), at IMPRI Impact and Policy Research Institute, New Delhi conducted a one-month immersive Online Introductory Certificate Training Course on ‘Urban Policy and City Planning – Cohort 2.0’ from July...
Policy UpdateMeenu MohanThe recently released report, “Future Pandemic Preparedness and Emergency Response: A Framework for Action”, by the Expert Group constituted by NITI Aayog, offers a comprehensive roadmap for managing future public health crises. The Expert Group, tasked with...
TK ArunIndia was declared Open Defecation Free on October 2, 2019, on the 150th birth anniversary of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, as had been envisaged at the time of the scheme’s launch in 2014. But excrement continued to happen, that...
Policy UpdateShivashish NarayanMinistry of Culture celebrated the library’s 250th anniversary by hosting the Festival of Libraries in New Delhi, a new chapter in modernising India’s public libraries. The union government put this effort into the National Mission on Libraries...
Policy UpdateAnamitra SinhaBackgroundThe Shops and Establishment Act (SEA) is a crucial piece of labour legislation designed to regulate the working conditions of employees in various commercial, retail, and service sectors across India. Enacted by individual states, the Act aims...
