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Living with Heat in India 2026: Heat-Health Risks, Vulnerability and Emerging Responses
The 2026 report Living with Heat in India, published by the Global Heat Health Information Network South Asia Hub, examines the growing impact of extreme heat on public health, livelihoods and economic productivity. This analysis explores India’s changing heat risks, vulnerable populations, urban heat islands, Heat Action Plans, healthcare preparedness and policy recommendations for strengthening…
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World Development Report 2026: The Promise of Artificial Intelligence – Key Findings, Opportunities and Implications for India
The World Development Report 2026, published by the World Bank, examines the opportunities and challenges of Artificial Intelligence for developing economies. This analysis explores its major findings, the Adopt–Adapt–Advance framework, implications for employment and public service delivery, India’s AI ecosystem, and the challenges of building an inclusive and responsible AI economy.
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2026 Global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI): Key Findings, India’s Position and UPSC Relevance
The 2026 Global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI), jointly published by UNDP and OPHI, examines the nature and extent of multidimensional poverty across 108 countries. This article analyses the report’s major findings, India’s position, regional disparities, rural–urban differences and the challenges of poverty reduction. It also examines the significance of multidimensional poverty measurement for inclusive growth,…