Bengaluru Water Crisis
Bengaluru, the 'Silicon Valley of India', has been witnessing an escalating water crisis leaving multiple regions of the city parched and struggling to meet basic needs. Will these measures be enough for a city bustling with a considerable working population? Would Bengaluru be facing a Cape Town-like crisis soon? What about the brand of Bengaluru?
27
Nov
Argentina's New Horizon
Javier Milei's presidency in Argentina signals a major shift towards libertarian anarcho-capitalism, with radical economic reforms targeting inflation and social issues, alongside a change in foreign policy, especially closer ties with Israel.
12
Sep
G20 Summit, New Delhi
The G20 Summit hosted by India between 09-10 Sep 2023 marked a pivotal moment in the nation's foreign policy, displaying an adroit balancing act among key global players including the United States, Russia, and China.
02
Sep
Tech Watch: Space Race 2.0
The resurgence of interest in lunar exploration has brought forth critical challenges within the context of the contemporary space race. This report delves into two Cs ‘Collaboration and Competition’.
01
Sep
Security Brief: Ukraine Crisis
The arrival of foreign volunteer fighters in the Russo-Ukrainian conflict has attracted a mix of scrutiny and admiration from various quarters. As the war unexpectedly endures, questions about the sustainability of manpower have intensified.
21
Aug
Jeddah Summit 2023
Saudi Arabia's evolving position on the global stage is commanding the world's attention. The shift from an aggressive stance in regional politics to a peace-brokering approach, particularly under Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, showcases a new paradigm in the Kingdom's international relations while nurturing a burgeoning alliance with China.
10
Aug
Conflict Watch - Niger Coup
The socio-political environment in Niger is currently undergoing significant upheaval. Recent events have highlighted growing tensions, culminating in a coup that has garnered international attention. The underlying reasons for this unrest are multifaceted, encompassing historical, socio-economic, and political factors.
06
Aug
Security Brief: Poland & Romania Flashpoints
The geopolitical landscape in Eastern Europe, particularly in Poland and Romania, presents an intricate web of security risks. These complexities arise from numerous interconnected domains, including elevated military presence, political sovereignty issues, and economic volatility.
03
Aug
Executive Brief - Haryana Violence
Our latest executive brief by provides an in-depth analysis of the recent unrest in Mewat Nuh, Haryana, during the 'Brij Mandal Jalabhishek Yatra' since end of Jul 2023.
25
Jul
Conflict Watch: Manipur Violence
The socio-political environment in Manipur is currently in a state of turmoil due to escalating tensions between the Kuki-Zo and the majority Meitei community. The situation has resulted in significant casualties, displacement of residents, extensive property damage, and disruptions to essential supplies.
16
Jun
Removal of Fuel Subsidies : Africa
Massive demonstrations are taking place in prominent oil-producing nations such as Nigeria and Angola as they remove fuel subsidies. The strategic decision to gradually remove fuel subsidies by 2025 reflects a broader shift towards market-driven pricing and reducing fiscal burdens, amid challenges.
13
Apr
Khalistan Undercurrent: Risks Perceived and Impacts Evident: A Security Failure
This report seeks to answer the pressing question of whether the current crisis is indeed the resurgence of the Khalistan movement or merely a facade overshadowing the socioeconomic issues that pose a threat to India's internal security.
06
Jan
The Case of ISIS in Iraq and Syria
This special report discusses the relationship between business entities and a terrorist group like ISIS.
21
Oct
20th National CCP Congress
The insight delves into the next possibilities on the power structure, geopolitical strategies and economic growth of the country which in turn will shape the new world order
29
Aug
Energy Crisis In China
In a once-century event of a severe heat wave and drought in China, has led to a possible crisis in the industrial productivity of the nation. The insight dwells in what are implications for the business thereafter globe wide.
01
Oct
A Red Sea Crisis In The Making
Anchored four miles off the western coast of Yemen, lies a derelict oil tanker threatening to unleash a potential humanitarian, environmental, and economic catastrophe that would impact not only Yemen but the world
01
Oct
The Changing Face Of Violence In East Asia
As the assassination of Japan's former Prime Minister completes two months, we examine the patterns of rising violence in East Asian societies, against the backdrop of the Covid19 Pandemic.
30
Sep
Bangladesh Energy Crisis
The Geopolitical situation of Conflicts, Climate change, and the need for renewable energy has resulted in challenges to business ecosystem operations. Bangladesh is an example of how macro and micro dynamics affect the energy crisis.
23
Sep
Europe's Energy Strategic Readiness
The protracted European energy crisis endangers political, social, and economic stability. However, a storm is impending, and an increase in energy use is expected to correspond with the approaching winter.
22
Sep
Resurgence of Russia Strategy
With partial mobilisation of reservists occurring today, September 21st in Russia at the behest of President Putin, the aim of requisitioning 300,000 personnel comes at an auspicious time. This insight will cover the geopolitical consequences for not only Ukraine, former Soviet satellites, and the West, but also for the world.
18
Sep
Iran and Political Risk Embroglio
Reports are emerging that Supreme Leader Ali Khameini is critically ill which has furthered the pre-existing political risks emerging from political infighting and likely instability. This is where the Strategic Viewpoint explains and incorporates the relevance of political threats to business resilience.
17
Sep
Digital India Act
India's tryst with transformation in digitalisation has been thriving. However, with the rise of emerging tech, such as blockchain and AI, and the prospects of Web 3.0, India demands to acclimatise its legal framework to protect its citizens and businesses as the concept of Digital India ushers into a new era via the Digital India Act.
31
Aug
The Cost Of Mass Shooting An Analysis Of The United States Of America
Mass shooting incidents influence and impact the societal as well as economic paradigm of a country with several factors governing the same. In this report, we at WoRisGo, discuss about them by incorporating the case studies of mass shootings in Buffalo in United States and Christchurch in New Zealand
31
Aug
Have Business Resiliency thresholds changed in Terror zones?
In the recent times, it has been observed that the nexus between Non state Armed Groups (NSA) and Business ecosystem has been on a rise. We look at the playbook of this win:win strategy
16
Aug
Decoding Kenyan Elections
The Kenyan Elections for 2022 were announced on 15 Aug. This election cycle occurs during a period of severe economic discontent, with many Kenyans concerned about growing living costs, public debt, and widespread corruption. Former Deputy President William Ruto and long-time opposition leader Raila Odinga squared off, with Ruto winning.
09
Aug
Matanzas Supertanker Fire: Implications for Cuba
The recent oil tanker explosion in Matanzas, Cuba, could adversely impact the country's dwindling oil imports amid domestic fuel deficit, rising inflation, international sanctions, and civil unrest. It could further exacerbate the protests that have been ongoing for the last few months.
06
Aug
Israel's Operation Breaking Dawn
Israel's pre-emptive military operation in Gaza Strip has undoubtedly fanned the flames for further escalation, possibly leading to the coalition of other non-state actors. This crisis could invariably lead to instability in the region—at least for the short term—with state actors scurrying to pick sides.
Sri Lanka's Economic Catastrophe
Sri Lanka’s economic crisis has morphed into a political turmoil, leading to the change in Prime Minister, as Rajapaksa, had to resign from his position, paving the way for Ranil Wickremesinghe.
09
Jun
WoRisGo - Ukraine Conflict Chronicle Part 2
After 100 days of the War in Ukraine, we still wait to see the Faith of Donbas and the rest of Eastern Ukraine. Simultaneously we are observing the escalation of the food and energy crises as a result of the war.
08
Jun
War in Yemen- A Protracted Threat to Security and Business in the Region
A regional reset in relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran which is perhaps the most important cause behind the truce, could also become a nightmare for the war in Yemen raging since 2014, if tensions ascend.
30
May
India's Uneven Crypto Landscape
Following the new tax imposed on digital assets in India, after the Union Budget 2022 speech by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, India is facing a renewed crisis to find footing in the already inconsistent crypto landscape.
18
May
NATO Member: Finland & Sweden - Global Responses
Retracting from their decades-long policy of military neutrality, Finland and Sweden have announced their interest to join the NATO alliance. The Russian invasion of Ukraine has led the two countries to re-assess their national security interests.
18
Apr
Sri Lanka's Economic Armageddon
Sri Lanka, an Island nation in South Asia, is undergoing an economic crisis since 2020. Since Mar 2022, multiple protests are being carried out in the country against the government’s mismanagement of the economy.
29
Mar
Ukraine Conflict Chronicle
In modern era to witness a war was unthinkable, and yet we did see Ukraine conflict emerge. The impact of it being new world order, arms race, revised economic treaties. We have mapped a conflict chronicle and assessed how the world changed in matter of few weeks.
15
Mar
International Sanctions On Russia And Its Implications
On 21 Feb 2022, Russian President Vladimir Putin recognized the Independence of two East-Ukrainian territories, Donetsk and Luhansk. The EU, UK, and USA have all responded in individually but in succession, putting up a joint front against Russia.
14
Mar
OPEC+ Keeps Production Rate Unchanged
On 02 Mar, the Organisation of Petrol Exporting Countries-Plus (OPEC-Plus) agreed on their plans for minimal output rise of 400,000, in Apr 2022. On 02 Mar, the Brent crude oil index price touched USD 113.94 per barrel for the first time since 2014.
12
Mar
Russo-Ukrainian War In The Cyberspace
The Russo-Ukraine conflict appears to have all the components for a cyberwar. Moscow and Kyiv are competing for the highest geopolitical stakes, and both governments have extensive information technology and computer hacking capabilities.
20
Feb
Russia-Ukraine Tensions Intensify Euro Energy Crisis
Although Russia has claimed to have no intention to invade, the standoff between Russia and Ukraine has intensified the European energy crisis.
16
Feb
Ethiopia's Tigray Conflict
In Nov 2021 the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) took control over many strategic towns in Ethiopia, forcing the government to declare a state of emergency.
03
Feb
Intel's Chip Manufacturing Unit In Facility, USA
On 21 Jan 2022, Intel announced a massive investment of USD 20 billion to establish two new semiconductor chip manufacturing factories in Ohio, USA. This investment makes Ohio the first manufacturing site location in four decades for Intel.
01
Feb
5G Rollout In USA Impacts Aviation Industry
Major Airlines Across the world announced that they canceled flights heading into the United States starting 19 Jan over an ongoing dispute about the rollout of 5G mobile technologies near American Airports.
26
Jan
Tunisia Political Unrest
On 14 Jan 2022, thousands of protesters took to the streets, defying the ban on gatherings that had been imposed across Tunisia in view of the surging coronavirus cases. This soon turned into political unrest in the country.
25
Jan
Russia-Ukraine Diplomatic Tension After Cyber Attacks
On 14 Jan, Ukraine reported a targeted hacking of at least seven ministries of the country’s cabinet Treasury, the National Emergency Service and the state services website.
03
Jan
Poland-Belarus Border - The New Geopolitical Conundrum
The European mainland is facing another major border crisis. The tensions have escalated after 3000-4000 migrants from Belarus and Polish guards faced each other at Kuźnica border crossing.
31
Dec
Climate Change And Migration Crisis
As the world attempts to recuperate and readjust to a system crashed by the COVID-19 pandemic, a more pertinent crisis awaits us. Climate change has lurked for decades, giving rise to migration crisis, making it imperative for an immediate redressal.