How much is the internet worth? + RBI's Handbook of Statistics on Indian States!
Policy Post #166
Dear Reader, Trust you're well! This week, we delve into the immeasurable value of the internet and its transformative role in our lives. In our Policy Charcha section, we explore a resource-packed edition featuring career mega-lists, a highlight on the RBI's latest statistical handbook, and an insightful article on why economists can't put a price on the internet’s worth.
Our Climate + Health Corner examines the critical 2025 climate targets, the urgent need for action to meet Paris Agreement goals, and a troubling study on unnecessary hysterectomies disproportionately affecting rural Indian women, driven by taboos and profit motives.
Don't miss the video highlight featuring former Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud as he reflects on his tenure, landmark judgments, and the future of the judiciary in an exclusive ANI Podcast episode.
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With that, we bring to you: Policy Post #166!
Policy Charcha 💬
The best of Podcasts, Videos, Essays, Fellowships and other Career resources from the world of Policy and Governance from the week gone by!
💡 Article Highlight:
The internet's worth is almost impossible to quantify, as its services generate a vast consumer surplus far beyond what we pay for subscriptions. From transforming productivity to reshaping leisure, the internet is now as essential as electricity, making its value immeasurable yet indispensable. Curious to learn why economists can't pin a price on it? Read on!
📚Resource Highlight:
The RBI's "Handbook of Statistics on Indian States" is a comprehensive resource offering state-level socio-economic data across India since 1951. The 2024 edition includes new tables on education, environment, infrastructure, and state economics, aiding research and policy analysis.
🔎 Databases and Guides:
Discover your ultimate career resource sheets for everything related to public policy! Our comprehensive mega-lists include over 150 organisations that are always on the lookout for talent, 200+ scholarships for Indian students, and 150+ public policy courses. Dive in and unlock incredible opportunities!
Climate + Health Corner
In Partnership With Swasti, The Health Catalyst
👉🏽 2025: A Last Chance for Climate Action
With global temperatures edging perilously close to the 1.5°C guardrail, the upcoming 2025 climate targets (NDCs 3.0) may be humanity's last chance to meet the Paris Agreement goals. Bold commitments to triple renewable energy and double efficiency by 2030 are critical—but are developing nations equipped for the challenge?
👉🏽 The Hidden Risks of Hysterectomy in Rural India
A study reveals rural, illiterate, and insured women, especially agricultural workers, face a disproportionately high rate of often unnecessary hysterectomies. Menstrual taboos and private practitioners’ profit motives drive this alarming trend, with Andhra Pradesh and Telangana showing the highest prevalence.
▶️Video Highlight:
👉🏽 Former Chief Justice of India, D.Y. Chandrachud, reflects on his tenure, landmark judgments, and making the judiciary more tech-savvy in this episode of the ANI Podcast. He discusses the collegium system, the Ayodhya verdict, online trolling, and balancing faith with impartiality. The conversation also delves into his retirement, vegan lifestyle, and future aspirations.
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Careers Corner 💼
A curated list of some of the best jobs and internship opportunities this week from the world of public policy, the development sector, impact consulting and communications at large.
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