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Sisal

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  • Sisal is a species of flowering plant native to southern Mexico.
  • Sisal, (Agave sisalana), plant of the family Asparagaceae and its fibre, the most important of the leaf fibre group.
  • The leaves have been used to make twine, cloth, carpets and mezcal, a distilled alcoholic beverage.

A recent study suggests that the sisal leaves could make sanitary napkins more sustainable in India.

India's Criminal Justice System

The recent acquittal of the 12 men convicted in the Mumbai Train Blast Case (2006) by the Bombay High Court has reignited debate over the effectiveness and integrity of India's criminal justic
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India's Aviation Safety

The preliminary report of the Air India Boeing 787 crash in Ahmedabad by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) remains inconclusive, raising troubling questions about the pilot's i
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Antimicrobial Resistance

India’s steps to regulate the use of antibiotics in food animal production reflect a growing global consensus on the need to address Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR). The potential consequence
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solar energy potential

India’s push toward leveraging its vast solar energy potential represents a critical strategy for accelerating the transition to net-zero emissions by 2070, as part of its long-term climate
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submarine cables

The issue of securing submarine cables is increasingly being recognized as a sovereign imperative in today's data-driven world. Subsea cables are crucial infrastructure for global communicatio
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STEM

The gender gap in STEM is a critical issue that continues to impede the full realization of India's potential in the global knowledge economy. Despite the notable strides in educational achiev
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ASEAN

India's strategic engagement with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is vital for its economic, technological, and geopolitical positioning in a rapidly changing global landsca
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State Finances and Budgets in India:

State finances play a crucial role in shaping India's broader economic landscape. With India’s federal structure, states not only drive local governance priorities but also contribute si
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India’s Role in the Global Medical Workforce

India has long been a key supplier of skilled medical professionals to the global market, providing healthcare workers to countries in the Global North. However, while India excels in the export o
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Critical Minerals

As the 21st century is increasingly defined by technology-driven advancements, critical minerals have emerged as one of the most significant geo economic assets. India, while a global powerhouse i
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