FEATURED RESEARCH
A Pathway to AI Governance
This discussion document critically examines the different stages of the AI supply chain, exploring a pathway for AI governance from a national interest perspective.
Recent Publications
Satellite Internet Explained. How It Works & Why It Matters
The Sky's the Limit: Understanding China's UCAV Exports
State of AI Governance, 2024
The Future of India-US Trade: India's Strategic Choices Against Trump's Trade Pressures
Diffusion, innovation and the tech-politics underlying power transitions
A Framework for Governing Emerging Technologies
An independent centre for research and education in public policy
The Takshashila Institution is an independent centre for research and education in public policy. It is a non-partisan, non-profit organisation that advocates the values of freedom, openness, tolerance, pluralism and responsible citizenship. It seeks to transform India through better public policies, bridging the governance gap by developing better public servants, civil society leaders, professionals and informed citizens.
Our Programmes
There are many potential levers of change for steering the development and use of transformative technologies. We target a range of these levers to increase our chances of success.
Policy Research
Takshashila conducts policy research in international relations, defence, national security, and technology. Our objective is to influence and shape policy while working in the public domain.
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Our public policy programs are designed to prepare students to navigate complex policy challenges. Participants will acquire core knowledge and skills in policy evaluation, economic reasoning, effective communication, and public persuasion.
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The fellowship programmes at Takshashila aim to build high-quality scholarship and knowledge networks in India across various domains.
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Blogs
The most recent posts we have published:
Satellite Internet Explained: How It Works & Why It Matters
The Proposed Lok Sabha Seat Apportionment—What Should the Southern States Really Demand?
Genomics to Improve Public Health in India
De-risking India's Trade with China
Building Robust Digital Infrastructure for India's Future
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Featured Podcasts from Takshashila Team
We are actively participating in and hosting events with leaders in industry, service and all around.
All Things Policy
A daily podcast brought to you by the Takshashila Institution. Every weekday, our researchers break down complex economic and geopolitical ideas through the lens of current events.
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The Great Power Show
On The Great Power Show, Manoj Kewalramani dives into these big shifts and what they mean for all of us. Join him for candid conversations and thought-provoking interviews with leading scholars, thinkers and practitioners.
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Puliyabaazi
This Hindi Podcast brings to you in-depth conversations on politics, public policy, technology, philosophy and pretty much everything that is interesting.
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Upcoming Events
8th Dr. HGV Reddy Memorial Lecture - Dr. K. P. Krishnan on “Regulation, Federalism, and Institutional Accountability”
Takshashila Launches New Survey Report on India-China Relations
Bangalore Security Dialogue 2024: Shaping India’s Airpower Future
Takshashila Hosts Policy Simulation Exercise for the GCPP Cohort of September 2024