Public policy refers to the principles and actions adopted by government entities. It shapes societal norms and guides decision-making. Policies can address various issues, such as healthcare, education, and the economy. Effective public policy aims to improve citizens' quality of life. It often involves collaboration between government, private sectors, and civil society. Understanding its impact is crucial for informed citizenship and governance.
The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation under the Ministry of Jal Shakti will organise Jal Mahotsav 2026 from 8 March to 22 March 2026. The nationwide campaign...
Recent reports show opportunity in India’s banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) sector. Nearly 7.5 crore working women form an untapped market worth around Rs 2.8 lakh crore....
India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) has become a global model in 2026. It connects identity, payments and data exchange for over 1.4 billion people. This open and interoperable...
India has made remarkable progress in women’s financial empowerment over the last decade. The government’s focus on skill development, credit access, technology, and entrepreneurship has transformed millions of...
The Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS) introduced the eSAKSHI web portal on 1 April 2023. This portal modernises the fund-flow process for MPLADS. It allows...
The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) recently celebrated seven years of its flagship initiative SWAYATT. Launched in February 2019, SWAYATT stands for Startups, Women and Youth Advantage through e-Transactions. It...
Recent studies reveal that India and China have the highest metabolic disease burdens in the Asia-Pacific. A 2026 analysis of data from 1990 to 2023, with projections till...
Recent data from the World Obesity Atlas 2026 reveals a sharp rise in childhood obesity in India and globally. Nearly 15 million Indian children aged 5 to 9...
The Strait of Hormuz has become a global flashpoint in 2026. Following the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) declared the strait effectively...
The global shift to green energy and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is creating an unprecedented demand for critical minerals. These minerals include copper, lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements....
