Honouring the martyrs of Jallianwala Bagh
As the nation commemorates the 105th anniversary of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, it reaffirms its commitment to justice, equality and nonviolence Somen Sengupta, in his piece “Jallianwala Bagh revisited” published in his paper’s April 10, 2022 edition on its 103rd anniversary, reflected, “This incident alone serves as a damning testament to...
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Softening stance
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A harbinger of justice and equality
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Elevate higher education with philosophy’s power
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Southern comfort
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Education’s cultural impact is profound
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Ignored at home, legendary football coach gets global honour
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US-China Trade Talks Heat Up
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RBI maintains status quo despite inflation optimism
RBI’s commitment to ‘last-mile disinflation’ has prompted a continued tight monetary policy stance, raising questions about its impact on economic growth On April 5, 2024, announcing the decisions taken by the six-member Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) in its first bi-monthly meeting of the current financial year (FY), Governor Shaktikanta Das observed...
Decacorn’s fall signals startup governance crisis
Stakeholder discord and falling valuations in Indian startups prompt questions about the trajectory of the country’s startup story Earlier last month, the Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) convened by Byju’s was marked by notable discord and stakeholder boycotts, culminating in a decision to oust the company’s founder, Byju Raveendran, from the role...
Essence of Charity: Insights from the Gita
Charity, a cornerstone of compassion, transcends mere monetary transactions Charity is defined as the voluntary giving of help, typically in the form of money, to those in need. It is also kindness and tolerance in judging people; charity refers to a nice way to treat people. It is an activity or...
Navigating Indian democracy’s turbulence
The very ideals of India’s democracy — the sanctity of its Constitution, committed leadership and the celebration of its diverse culture — now seem elusive I was an enthusiastic first-time voter in the 1962 general elections. I am eagerly awaiting to cast my vote this year also, as I have done...
Cultivating sustainability through urban farming
Urban farming, encompassing the cultivation of crops within cities, not only yields locally sourced produce but also has environmental benefits Climate change is no longer a distant concern but a current reality demanding immediate attention. Its effects, from extreme weather to rising sea levels and resource scarcity, are being felt globally....
Up, up and away!
Proving India’s resilience and potential, Sensex breaches the 75,000-mark for the first time The Indian stock market is booming, and how! Putting a big smile on the faces of investors, Sensex — India’s benchmark stock index — has unprecedentedly crossed the 75,000-points milestone. This surge is a testament to Indian economy’s...
Could women sway general elections?
With a burgeoning number of female voters, women stand poised to wield significant influence in the upcoming general elections Can Women voters decide the upcoming 2024 General elections? Their growing number of voters and favourable legislation, such as the one-third reservation for women in Parliament and legislatures, make them an important...
