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Updates on faculty research, student spotlights and events from the 21st Century India Center at UC San Diego's School of Global Policy and Strategy.

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🗳️📊 Does political competition drive economic growth in multi-party democracies? Join us on campus for a talk by visiting scholar Pushkar Maitra as he presents new research using Indian election data to explore this question.
January 13, 2026 at 4:08 AM
📢 Happy New Year! Join us for the next talk in our virtual Seminar Series on the Indian Economy!

🗓 Jan 21 | 8:30–9:30 AM PT / 10:00–11:00 PM IST

🗣 Speaker: Varun K.
(@harvard.edu)

💬 Discussant: Nicholas Swanson
(@cornelluniversity.bsky.social)

🖥️ Register here: ucsd.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
January 9, 2026 at 9:10 PM
Skilled migration from Asia has reshaped the US workforce. Workers from India, China, S. Korea, Japan & the Philippines now represent 7.3% of college-educated workers—double the 1990 rate. Research from @econgaurav.bsky.social explores the drivers and economic impact: www.nber.org/digest/20260...
The Rise of High-Skilled Migration from Asia to the US
www.nber.org
January 9, 2026 at 8:14 PM
🚀 📅 Announcing our Winter 2026 speaker lineup for the 21st Century India Center Seminar Series on the Indian Economy!

🌍📊 Don’t miss out — join our seminars mailing list ➡️https://forms.gle/xtaUGBjNgUp2J88u9
January 7, 2026 at 2:44 AM
“The real problem has been implementation, not the program’s design.” Research insights by our faculty affiliate Karthik Muralidharan
(@karthik-econ.bsky.social) featured in the @WashingtonPost.
#ResearchImpact #Policy #India
India pioneered job guarantees. A new law could weaken them, critics say.
A mass rural employment program has cut poverty in India and inspired policymakers globally. Critics say the government risks rolling back that legacy.
wapo.st
January 7, 2026 at 2:13 AM
Reposted by 21st Century India Center
As global economic relationships evolve, the connection between India and the U.S. has the potential to drive shared prosperity, says Professor Achyuta Adhvaryu (21st Century India Center). How flows of talent, technology and innovation intertwines the countries' economies: https://ow.ly/XKXA50XK4WC
Why Prosperity in the U.S. and India Now Rise — or Fall —Together
UC San Diego economist explains how flows of talent, technology and innovation link the two democracies — and why their shared prosperity depends on keeping those connections strong…
ow.ly
December 16, 2025 at 12:55 AM
🚀 We are excited to announce the launch of our Advisory Board!

Leaders from across sectors and disciplines will help us advance our mission: fostering deeper understanding of India's economy, policies and people, and catalyzing U.S.-India partnership. 🇮🇳🇺🇸
December 9, 2025 at 9:49 PM
📢 The next talk in our Seminar Series on the Indian Economy is almost here!

⏰ Dec 17 • 8:30–9:30 AM PST / 10:00–11:00 PM IST

Kartikeya Batra (Azim Premji University) will present with Angela Cools (Davidson College) serving as discussant.

Register here ➡️ ucsd.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
December 6, 2025 at 1:27 AM
"India and China's expanding clean-energy trade has the potential to define Asia's decarbonization trajectory," says professor Teevrat Garg.

@teevrat.bsky.social
@gpsucsd.bsky.social

Read more ➡️ www.scmp.com/week-asia/he...
India, China align on climate at Cop30 as ties thaw
Analysts say pairing China’s cleantech prowess with India’s energy needs has the potential to redefine Asia’s decarbonisation trajectory.
www.scmp.com
December 3, 2025 at 9:27 PM
The 21st Century India Center Emerging Leaders Program is seeking outstanding #IASOfficers with 8-10 years of service to apply for our professional development program taking place next spring!

➡️ Apply here: india.ucsd.edu/opportunitie...
🗓️ Application deadline: Dec. 12
November 22, 2025 at 2:12 AM
Reposted by 21st Century India Center
On the @ucigcc.bsky.social blog, Professor Achyuta Adhvaryu discusses recent developments in India's relationships with China and the U.S. and how New Delhi sees its place within a changing world.

🔗 Read "Five Questions on Indian Foreign Policy with Achyuta Adhvaryu": ow.ly/HILQ50XqJco
Five Questions on Indian Foreign Policy with Achyuta Adhvaryu - IGCC
India is the most populous nation, largest democracy, and fastest growing major economy in the world. But it’s not yet a global superpower, and the nation’s diplomatic service is only about the size o...
ow.ly
November 12, 2025 at 7:43 PM
🗓️ Reminder of our upcoming seminar this week! Registration information is below.

💻 We look forward to your joining the discussion!
📢 The next talk in our Seminar Series on the #IndianEconomy is coming up!

⏰ Nov. 12 8:30–9:30 AM PST / 10:00–11:00 PM IST

👨‍🏫 Sarthak Joshi @sarthakjoshi.bsky.social will present with Devaki Ghose from the #WorldBank serving as discussant.

➡️ Register here for Zoom link: ucsd.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
November 10, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Our center's director, Achyuta Adhvaryu, shares his insights on #IndianForeignPolicy in an interview with @ucigcc.bsky.social.
Dive into his perspectives on recent developments in India’s ties with China and the U.S. and more! Read the full interview here: ucigcc.org/blog/five-qu...
Five Questions on Indian Foreign Policy with Achyuta Adhvaryu - IGCC
India is the most populous nation, largest democracy, and fastest growing major economy in the world. But it’s not yet a global superpower, and the nation’s diplomatic service is only about the size o...
ucigcc.org
November 5, 2025 at 2:43 AM
✨Missed our expert panel discussion on the complex geopolitical and economic dynamics between the US, India, and China? 🎥Watch the full recording here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=IN_d...

#USChina #IndiaChina #USIndia #US #India #China #Geopolitics @gpsucsd.bsky.social
Shifting Triangles: U.S., India and China in a Changing World
YouTube video by UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy
www.youtube.com
October 31, 2025 at 10:26 PM
📢 The next talk in our Seminar Series on the #IndianEconomy is coming up!

⏰ Nov. 12 8:30–9:30 AM PST / 10:00–11:00 PM IST

👨‍🏫 Sarthak Joshi @sarthakjoshi.bsky.social will present with Devaki Ghose from the #WorldBank serving as discussant.

➡️ Register here for Zoom link: ucsd.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
October 31, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Reposted by 21st Century India Center
🇮🇳 Spend 4 weeks in #India with the 21st Century India Center's Motwani Jadeja India Fellowship — gain field insights, engage with industries and strengthen U.S.-India ties. Apply by Oct. 31.

➡️ Learn more: https://india.ucsd.edu/opportunities/fellowship-program.html
October 25, 2025 at 5:22 PM
📢 We are hiring a Program Manager!

🇺🇸🇮🇳 Join the 21st Century India Center at UC San Diego! Seeking a highly skilled, strategically-minded team player who is ready to manage our high-impact research and educational initiatives.

Apply by Oct. 29 ➡️ employment.ucsd.edu/project-poli...
October 22, 2025 at 12:49 AM
🇮🇳🇺🇸 Join us tomorrow for a Q&A session on the Motwani Jadeja India Fellowship Program.

👩‍💻Learn about the program and get your questions answered.

🗓️ Wednesday, Oct. 22, at 4 p.m. PT

Register now ➡️ gps-ucsd.zohobackstage.com/21CICFellows...
21st Century India Center Fellowship Program Q & A Session
Learn how the Motwani Jadeja India Fellowship Program empowers mid-career US professionals to engage deeply with India’s dynamic landscape.
gps-ucsd.zohobackstage.com
October 21, 2025 at 10:34 PM
🌍 Join us next week for an exciting virtual panel discussion with: @dhruvajaishankar.bsky.social, @tanvimadan.bsky.social, Evan Medeiros and Susan Shirk

💻 Moderators: @gpsucsd.bsky.social professors Achyuta Adhvaryu and @vicshih.bsky.social

Register ➡️ gps-ucsd.zohobackstage.com/ShiftingTria...
October 16, 2025 at 4:13 AM
Reposted by 21st Century India Center
Apply by Oct. 31! The Motwani Jadeja India Fellowship through @gpsindiacenter.bsky.social offers U.S. leaders (7–10 years experience) a 4-week fieldwork opportunity in #India to explore industries and strengthen U.S.-India ties. Learn more and apply: ow.ly/KOqu50X8Ipi
October 14, 2025 at 12:46 AM
💡⚡️#IndiaInsights: @gpsucsd.bsky.social professor Meera 
Mahadevan outlines a study on the welfare impact of political patronage, explains why Indian politicians may misuse control of state‑provided electricity and points to avenues for future research. 🎥Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=gBs3...
India Insights: The Welfare Impact of Political Patronage with Meera Mahadevan
YouTube video by UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy
www.youtube.com
October 9, 2025 at 6:19 PM
💻 Join us on October 15 as we kick off the 21st Century India Center Seminar Series on the #IndianEconomy for academic year 2025 - 2026!

Register ➡️ ucsd.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
October 8, 2025 at 3:49 AM
Are you a rising leader in the private sector, government, military, nonprofit sector or media ready to explore the dynamic landscape of #India? Discover the UC San Diego Motwani Jadeja India Fellowship Program for U.S. professionals with 7+ years’ experience. Learn more & apply: ow.ly/twXF50WYnBs
October 7, 2025 at 1:58 AM
🚀 📅 Announcing our Fall 2025 speaker lineup for the 21st Century India Center Seminar Series on the Indian Economy!

🌍📊 Get ready for monthly seminars featuring exciting speakers sharing cutting-edge research!

Don’t miss out — join ours seminars mailing list ➡️https://forms.gle/xtaUGBjNgUp2J88u9
October 7, 2025 at 1:51 AM