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Destinations to define India

India's journey towards Viksit Bharat @ 2047 will be shaped not only by the industries we grow, the infrastructure we build, or the technologies we adopt, but also by the destinations we develop.

Inflation Warning

A sharp rise in wholesale inflation ~ to 9.68 per cent in May ~ is more than a statistical development; it is an early warning of stress building beneath the surface of the economy.

Beyond EVMs

The recent fire in Kolkata that reportedly damaged thousands of Electronic Voting Machines has triggered predictable reactions.

The PoJK challenge

The ongoing unrest in Pakistan occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) is perhaps the most serious political challenge faced by Pakistan in the territory since 1947.

Peace Gamble

The second inauguration of Donald Trump has brought with it a dramatic shift in American rhetoric on the war in Ukraine.

Everest Dilemma

Nepal’s decision to increase permit fees for climbing Mount Everest signals a critical shift in its approach to managing the world’s tallest peak. While the hike in fees ~ from $11,000 to $15,000 during the peak season ~ will undoubtedly bolster Nepal’s revenues

Time to take a pop at GST absurdities

The GST Council (Goods and Service Tax) recently announced a bewildering array of extra tax rates for popcorn, sparking an understandable backlash among economists, businesses, and consumers alike.

Populism’s Price

As Delhi gears up for its elections, the political discourse has once again been dominated by promises of handouts.

IDF Chief quits

The resignation of Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi as the head of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) serves as a striking example of leadership accountability in the wake of a national security failure.