#Data
Tsunami or smooth sailing: Data sheds light on India’s economy
Critics see a crisis. Data differs. India's economy grew 7.7% in FY26, inflation stayed within RBI's target band. Narratives don't match the data.
‘Tech’tonic shift: How telecom revolution powered India’s growth story
India’s digital revolution has done something remarkable: it has turned the humble mobile phone from a status symbol into an everyday survival tool. Cheap data and expanding 5G connectivity have not merely improved communication; they have opened doors to education, livelihoods, healthcare, entertainment, and entrepreneurship for millions who were once excluded from India’s growth story.
India’s Digital Census With Human Face
India’s 2026 Digital Census shifts to a combined digital–field model with self-enumeration, geo-tagging, caste detail, and 30 lakh app-equipped enumerators—balancing tech efficiency and human trust.
Can the caste census reflect an accurate picture in modern India?
Caste census debates recur each election; past attempts reveal measurement challenges, identity fluidity, politicisation, and risks of flawed data driving divisive policies instead of justice.
Counting for Change: Does More Data Mean Better Policy in India?
India’s 2027 Census is vital: updated population data will fix policy blind spots, enable targeted welfare, integrate datasets, and strengthen data-driven local governance for better delivery.