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A tale of two institutions

Having studied, in the sixties, at two of Bengal’s iconic institutions, and having observed the paths these have traversed, some thoughts crossed my mind for consideration of the new government.

A bet on tomorrow

There was a time when financial markets valued companies on the basis of what they produced, what they earned and what they could reasonably be expected to achieve.

Constitutional Alchemy

The anti-defection law was meant to end the era of the “Aaya Ram, Gaya Ram” politician. Four decades later, it has produced constitutional alchemists seeking ever newer ways to turn defection into legality.

Trump and Xi

US President Donald Trump’s announcement of an upcoming visit to China following his phone call with President Xi Jinping is a headline-grabbing move.

Brinkmanship

The renewed American push to broker a nuclear agreement with Iran is as bold as it is fraught. In a world teetering on the edge of multipolar disorder, this overture — delivered via Omani mediation — signals a tactical shift.

Deadlock in Gaza

As the Gaza war grinds into its second year, the world is once again watching a fragile and fractured negotiation unfold — one that promises a temporary ceasefire but no definite end to hostilities.

Darjeeling paradox

Tea is more than just a comforting beverage; it is a cultural symbol, a strategic economic product, and, increasingly, a tool of soft power diplomacy.

Use AI to transform Odisha’s pharmacies

In the rapidly evolving world of healthcare, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force. Its integration into pharmacy and medical education is not just a possibility - it is an ongoing revolution.