Save the green cover and conserve forests. Save hills before they are referred in stories as once upon a time. Conserve energy by turning-off lights when not required. Avoid dumping disposables on railway tracks, open lands, river and sea shores to prevent landfills and to ensure a clean environment. Timely vaccination can protect precious little lives from vaccine-preventable diseases—Save a child, save a life, and save a dream. Refer government and regulatory advisories, directives, or guidelines. Keep first-aid kit at home and workplace for use in emergencies. If possible, try to help the elderly if you find that they are unable to cross the road due to heavy traffic. If possible, offer your seat to the elderly or those in need in buses and metro trains.

Category: People and Society

Blog posts on various topics, themes, and subjects. Blogs started on Blogger (Profile: 13978556086472892718) in 2010 and were later migrated after the creation of the domain and website.

  • Blue Economy

    The concept of blue economy has gained significance in the recent years. The sustainable development goal (SDG) 14 of the United Nations lays emphasis on sustainable use of ocean, seas and marine resources. Countries in the Indian Ocean region have also recognized the potential and significance of oceans, coastal and marine resources. This resulted in…

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  • Sustainable Model Villages and Towns—Creating Gateways to India

    India is considered a bright spot in the global economy, though economists differ on measures required to maintain this status. While the government’s initiatives such as Smart city, Make in India, Digital India, and Startup India along with reforms are likely to have a positive impact on the economy, the key is to harness the…

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  • India @ Crossroads on the 63rd Republic Day

    India stands at crossroads on the 63rd Republic Day. The young demographic profile and buoyant economy provide opportunities for further growth. At the same time, there are challenges in the form of poverty, malnutrition, corruption and over-crowded cities. Two decades after the economic reforms, India stands chance of another transformation. The immense potential of the…

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  • First Polio Free Year – Is Any Problem Insurmountable?

    India’s first polio free year has proved that determined and sustained efforts can result in amazing results. This should serve as encouragement for other initiatives and campaigns. We are facing severe challenges in the form of climate change, environmental degradation, child labor, malnutrition and numerous other concerns. Many of these issues seem insurmountable, thanks to…

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  • Myanmar – Tapping the Hidden Potential

    The ongoing political reforms in Myanmar augur well for the region, Asia and world at large. Political stability and economic prosperity is crucial for Myanmar to play its deserving role in the region. Although there are challenges in the way, there are opportunities to leverage rich cultural heritage and nature’s treasures. It’s time to tap…

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  • Decentralization, Good Governance and Public Private Partnerships

    Will the division of a large state to several smaller states enable better administration or development of regions in question? Perhaps, the solution lies in decentralization of administrative functions, rather than the division of a state. However, decentralization in itself would not deliver the desired results. Equitable and balanced regional development could be achieved through…

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  • Factoring Peoples’ Expectations

    Thomas J. Sargent and Christopher A. Sims share this year’s Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences. Unlike other Nobel Prizes, the Prize for contributions in the field of economic sciences was established by Sveriges Riksbank, the Central Bank of Sweden in memory of Alfred Nobel. The duo are known for incorporating peoples’ expectations in  empirical…

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  • Regional Development Approach for Resolution of Social and Economic Grievances

    Lack of balanced regional development is one of the major reasons for inter-state or regional disputes, and demand for creation of new states. The development model could be designed based on the geographic, socioeconomic and ethnic environment of a particular region. For instance, promotion of handicrafts, handlooms and tourism industry may help in the development…

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  • African Warrior

    Cancer overpowered Nobel Peace Prize Winner and founder of the Greenbelt movement in Kenya, Wangari Maathai. She will be remembered for her contribution to women empowerment, sustainable development and employment creation, and inspire many for years to come. Visionaries are often ordinary citizens, who believe something is possible and strive for it with complete determination.…

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  • Park

    It’s beginning to dawn, there is silence and calm, the chairs are empty, the park remains deserted, very soon though, the silence will disappear,  people will stroll through, and there will be hustle and bustle, the listlessness will return at noon as crowds disappear, the evening will bring a fresh breath of air,  the park…

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