At present, online databases like the UNESCO Institute of Statistics (UIS) and reports such as the National Science Foundation’s (NSF) Science & Engineering Indicators (2014 & 2016) provide fragmented data on the number of Science & Engineering (S&E) doctoral degrees attained in India, with the latest reported figure being from 2011.We have constructed a time […]
Author: CTIER
Renault Kwid: Increased localization the new trend?
In what is considered a first for the multinational small car market in India, Renault, with the introduction of the Renault Kwid, has built a supplier base sourcing 98% of its components locally at launch1. Prior to this, despite the presence of major global players in India’s automobile manufacturing industry, there had been a noticeable […]
Can ‘frugal’ technology address India’s healthcare needs?
Despite significant economic progress, India’s persistently poor performance when it comes to its health indicators has resulted in a push in recent years towards ‘frugal’ healthcare solutions in terms of products as well as processes. Issues of affordability in private healthcare, the poor quality of public alternatives, accessibility, and a dearth of trained professionals continue […]