With a youth unemployment rate of 15.3%, India wastes more young talent than entire countries possess. Yet paradoxically, industries desperately need workers.
International media also notes India's push for higher birth rates. In another report, it highlights how Bengal's children fall victim to crude bomb violence every 18 days on average.
The report praised the quality of the government’s data. This was a particularly noteworthy point since India’s data system has almost faced criticism from economists & statisticians.
The 1949 revolution raised the education of the Chinese population, but the Indian labour force remains deeply under-educated. It's one factor why Indian growth is limited to islands of prosperity.
Govt think tank flags India’s skewed auto export mix, warns domestic focus and high tariffs are limiting its global footprint; also highlights how auto components are a bright spot.
Pakistan military said it has assured Bangladesh of fast-tracked delivery of Super Mushshak trainer aircraft during high level defence meet held Tuesday.
Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.
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