- Dr.Sanjaykumar Pawar Montagu Norman and the BIS: Do Central Banks Know Best? Montagu Norman hoped bankers, not politicians, would steer global money. Illustration: AI-generated, for editorial use. Do Central Bankers Really Know Best? Montagu Norman and the Making of Global Finance Do Central Bankers Really Know Best? Montagu Norman wanted finance run by bankers, away from politicians and reporters. A century on, his idea has become the system we live in. By Dr. Sanjay Kumar Pawar. Edited and updated for accuracy. In this article The man behind the Bank How the BIS came about 1929: a market that believed in itself Then and now The record, honestly assessed Central bank power in numbers Five lessons for today FAQ Sources Few people have ever shaped global money as quietly as Montagu Norman. In 1925 he wrote to Benjamin Strong, head of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, hoping to f...
Farmers managing paddy fields using sustainable water practices, reducing methane emissions and promoting climate-friendly rice cultivation.(Representing ai image) Rice Farming and Methane: Environmental Impact of Paddy Fields Explained Why Paddy Fields Matter in the Methane Debate: Environmental Science and Climate Policy Perspectives -Dr.Sanjaykumar pawar Paddy fields, those iconic stretches of lush green rice paddies, are more than just a staple of agriculture—they are a focal point in the global conversation on climate change. As the world grapples with greenhouse gas emissions and strategies to curb global warming, methane (CH₄) has emerged as a critical concern. Surprisingly, rice cultivation plays a significant role in this debate. Understanding why paddy fields matter in the methane discourse requires diving into environmental science, agricultural practices, and climate policy, revealing both the challenges and opportunities for a sustainable future. ...