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March 4, 2025
Design that works for everyone
India’s National Building Code shows us how universal design can make our built spaces inclusive and accessible to all.
by
Jo Chopra McGowan
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6 min read
February 4, 2025
Budget 2025: Understanding social sector spending
While the union government's total expenditure has risen by 7 percent in 2025, the allocation for the social sector has not grown proportionally.
by
Avani Kapur
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Sharad Pandey
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IndiaSpend
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6 min read
November 27, 2024
SUPPORTED BY REI
A business case for responsible renewable energy
As India moves closer to meeting its renewable energy targets, it is essential that responsible, sustainable practices guide the industry. Here's how businesses can play a leading role.
by
Saksham Nijhawan
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5 min read
October 17, 2024
As sea levels rise, what do smaller coastal cities need?
Small and mid-sized coastal cities in India are highly vulnerable to climate-induced sea-level rise but are overlooked in terms of data, research, and policy. A recent study highlights what they need.
by
Tarun Sharma
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Yutika Vora
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5 min read
September 6, 2024
Who is paying the extra fee for the Vidyajyoti scheme in Tripura?
by
Anupam Sharma
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2 min read
August 2, 2024
The state of welfare: India’s budget 2024–25
Social welfare allocations in the India's budget have lagged behind promises for a decade. Here’s how Budget 2024 compares.
by
Asmi Sharma
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8 min read
August 1, 2024
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India Development Review
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9 min read
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Towards a gender-just and queer-inclusive family law
Indian family laws can disadvantage women and queer individuals. Here's how we can think of a more inclusive family law.
by
Kartavi Satyarthi
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Rakshita Goyal
,
Namrata Mukherjee
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8 min read
July 16, 2024
What’s missing from India’s climate action plans?
Despite multiple crises, India's climate policies fail to include vulnerable communities most affected by climate change. This needs to change.
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IndiaSpend
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12 min read
June 13, 2024
Climate change needs a feminist lens
Climate knowledge is often built top-down, overlooking diverse experiences and expertise of women and marginalised communities. This needs to change.
by
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Neha Saigal
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9 min read
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