The rising power of nano influencers
Unlike their macro and celebrity counterparts, they embody the authenticity of everyday people, fostering genuine connections with their audience In the ever-changing world of social media marketing, nano influencers are becoming a significant presence, giving brands a different way to connect with consumers that focuses on being genuine and establishing personal...
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Weather vagaries
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Historic legal battle unfolds over Gyanvapi
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From tears to laughter: Navigating life’s punchlines
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Cold comfort
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Maya sees political grass greener in Harit Pradesh
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Celebrating World Book and Copyright Day
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New beginnings
22 April 2024 | Pioneer
Iran-Israel: On the brink of war or hype
Iran’s attack and Israel’s retaliation threaten to reshape the established rules of engagement and have the potential to destabilise the region Iran launched a significant assault on Israel during the night of April 13-14, deploying 300 drones and missiles from its territory towards Israeli territories, including Jerusalem, the Golan Heights and...
Transformative trends in India’s higher education
The surge in EdTech presents opportunities for democratising education but also highlights challenges such as the digital divide and ensuring quality India’s higher education landscape is undergoing a transformative shift. With initiatives like the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020, skill development programs by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and the...
Theatre of the absurd
The ever-falling state of polity touches a new low, trivialising life for political gains In the realm of politics, where governance and public welfare should reign supreme, a disturbing trend has emerged — the trivialisation of human life for the sake of political benefits. Recent events surrounding Delhi’s Chief Minister Arvind...
Aung San Suu Kyi: Prison or house arrest?
Concerns over Suu Kyi’s whereabouts as the junta stares at defeat The news website, The Irrawaddy, cites “informed sources in Naypyitaw and Yangon” as saying that Aung San Suu Kyi (78), the emblem of the Myanmar’s struggle for democracy and Win Mint (72), incarcerated president of the country’s democratically-elected Government ousted...
How justified is abusive language on OTT?
The impact of abusive language on societal norms is profound; content creators must deliver realistic but responsible content The Over-the-Top (OTT) platform has revolutionised India’s entertainment landscape and has created a niche for itself among audiences. It is considered to be progressive, realistic, has variety and also caters to the needs...
Time bomb
Currently at 1.44 billion, India’s population may double in 77 years unless we curb the trend India stands at a pivotal juncture in its demographic journey; its population already surpassing China’s to reach a staggering 1.44 billion. The prospect of this number potentially doubling within 77 years presents a formidable challenge....
The enduring ties between India and Iran
Amid geopolitical complexities, India finds itself navigating a delicate balance between Iran, Israel and its domestic constituencies Persians have had a civilisational connection with Hindustan (Persian for India) since antiquity. There is a powerful India connect, even for the most epochal person defining the politics of the post-Iran Revolution (1979) i.e.,...
