India is quietly entering its own era of green protectionism, using tariffs and localisation to build clean-energy supply chains and cut reliance on China as it races toward 2030 goals.
In our rush to exit theatres, we ignore the end credits, and the people behind them. A small pause, a dimmed light, and a moment of respect can restore the dignity the craft deserves
Decades of using synthetic pesticides as the first
and only line of defence have led to the loss of
older, traditional knowledge and skills in pest and
weed management.
We must recognise the basics. If clean air is essential, it implies duty to reduce our carbon footprint. If human dignity is essential, it implies duty to treat those weaker than us with respect.
The Tejas crash now sits in the same volatile information space. Even before recovery teams issued formal statements, thousands of coordinated posts, many from bot clusters, began making claims.
Critics say moves to curb foreign hiring of Indian pilots are protectionist. For India to have competitive aviation sector, airlines must improve pay & condition, not restrict mobility.
Despite multiple agencies being involved, the US could maintain a clear chain of command. This is something India should consider too, as it defines the theatre command structures.
The latest comment comes as New Delhi and Washington have yet to sign a trade agreement. India’s purchase of Russian oil has reduced, but Moscow remains top source for crude.
Venezuela also boasts of a diverse portfolio of unmanned aerial vehicles capable of carrying out surveillance, reconnaissance and being employed for kinetic purposes as well.
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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