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Economy
Modi government has not learnt from its electoral setbacks
The Budget favours big business over social needs, ignoring opportunities to create jobs through health, education, and welfare spending.
Jayati Ghosh
Society
Deadly brew: The persistent menace of hooch in Tamil Nadu
Despite new laws and crackdowns, illicit liquor continues to plague Tamil Nadu, claiming lives and challenging authorities.
Saatvika Radhakrishna
Books
‘You cannot write a feminist book; it depends on how the character plays out’: Vikas Swarup
The former diplomat and author says he aimed to recreate the excitement of the film Slumdog Millionaire, based on his novel Q&A, in his latest book.
Vitasta Kaul
Education
Humanities is alive and kicking, thriving where you least expect
A new report shows how humanities disciplines shape critical thinking in universities, social movements, addressing contemporary challenges from inequ
Mridula Vijayarangakumar
News
Budget hike falls short of addressing India’s growing health crises
Increase of 12.9 per cent in health allocation overlooks obesity epidemic and mental health challenges.
Frontline News Desk
News
Modi 3.0’s first Union Budget bears the unmistakable stamp of coalition politics
In a balancing act, Nirmala Sitharaman prioritises political alliances over comprehensive reforms, sidelining long-term growth and equity concerns.
Frontline News Desk
News
Economic Survey 2024: India’s tightrope walk on growth, inflation, and AI
The Survey reveals a resilient economy poised for growth, with capital markets shining and opportunities arising from “China plus one” strategy.
Frontline News Desk
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Joe Biden: America’s man of the middle steps down
His presidency saw achievements in job growth and infrastructure reform, but was marred by criticism over US support for Israel in the Gaza war.
Deutsche Welle
Blastocystis: Gut parasites that keep you healthy
An Italian microbiome study says the gut parasite Blastocystis is linked to general good health. The single-cell organism is found in natural diets.
Deutsche Welle
Maharashtra Budget: Ambitious focus on welfare programmes; but where is the money?
NDA government unveils welfare schemes targeting women, youth, and farmers, but experts cite implementation challenges and strain on exchequer.
Amey Tirodkar
Bangladesh’s student protests: A test for Sheikh Hasina’s leadership
The country with a long history of student protests finds itself in another wave of violence as demonstrations erupt against the job quota system.
Pranay Sharma
AECOM report reveals questionable aims in Rs.72,000 crore Great Nicobar island development plan
Report commissioned by NITI Aayog reveals a bias that may compromise tribal rights and ecological preservation.
Rishika Pardikar
‘Raising incomes of farmers is a moral commitment’: Madhura Swaminathan
Delivering Deshmukh Memorial Lecture in Delhi, the noted economist calls for reforms to boost farmer incomes and recognise women’s labour.
Vitasta Kaul
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor gets more power, and it doesn’t bode well for democracy
New rules grant LG control over key appointments and services, prompting local leaders to question the value of upcoming Assembly elections.
Zaid Bin Shabir
Jammu and Kashmir’s new circular on handling complaints against officials sparks outrage
Critics have said the circular protects corrupt officials and suppresses dissent in the guise of shielding government servants from harassment.
Ashutosh Sharma
50 years of US presidential assassinations and attempts
Presidents and presidential candidates have been targeted for reasons from a desire to change the course of US politics to obsessions with an actor.
Deutsche Welle
Kejriwal case: Supreme Court bail order shakes ED’s ground but leaves Delhi CM hanging
AAP leader gets interim bail, but court punts on core issues of arrest necessity and agency discretion to larger bench.
V. Venkatesan
India’s criminal law overhaul: An essential backgrounder
New rules aim to update justice system, but some fear they may bite off more than they can chew.
TEAM FRONTLINE
292 million people used drugs worldwide in 2022: UN report
India emerges as the top consumer of opiates in South Asia and faces growing challenges from synthetic drugs.
Vitasta Kaul
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