Monetary policy: A blueprint of guidance for banks
The unanimous rate cut by 25 basis points and the continuation with the neutral stance of the policy is a foregone move that the markets have already factored in. However, there are more interesting...
View ArticleLessons from Maha Kumbh for scaling Indian heritage tourism
(We need to redesign India’s Heritage tourism as a blend of authenticity, innovation, and sustainability, creating immersive experiences that not only honour the past, but also drive economic growth )...
View ArticleUnion Budget 2025: A landmark moment for gig workers
The Union Budget 2025-26, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, marks a defining moment for India’s gig workforce, finally bringing long-overdue recognition and security to millions who...
View ArticleWater of India: Why bad water is a big problem
A recent outbreak of a scary disease in Pune, called GBS (Guillain-Barré Syndrome), shows how bad government services can lead to health problems. GBS is a sickness that affects the nerves and can make...
View ArticleWater of India
Neurological disease outbreak in a major city shows how govts can cause health crises Pune’s GBS outbreak is a scary reminder of how poor govt services can create a public health emergency. GBS, a...
View ArticleMr 25%
Trump’s tit-for-tat tariffs will hurt trade in goods. India should think of services more Trump just tariffed again. A flat 25% duty on all American imports of steel and aluminium, two key industrial...
View ArticleMr 25%: Why Trump’s new tariffs matter
Donald Trump just made a new rule: he’s putting a 25% tax (called a tariff) on steel and aluminum coming into the U.S. from other countries. These are important metals used in making things like...
View ArticleDome Sweet Dome
The peace dividends of war profiteering Trump’s ‘outside-the-box’, ‘revolutionary’ thinking will ‘bring peace’, suggests Israel’s Netanyahu. Isn’t he (far) right? Take West Asia. What better ‘peace...
View Article‘India-France will harness AI’s potential for global good’
“A giant in world history, with a decisive role to play in the future, a strategic partner, a friend.” President Macron’s words celebrate the outstanding relations between India and France. PM Modi’s...
View ArticleIAF 2025 : Gallerie Nvya’s tribute to intergenerational masters
In the multiple booths and materials and mediums and offerings of galleries by artists of all ages Tripat Kalra’s Booth of Gallerie Nvya transcended time with a tribute to intergenerational Masters of...
View ArticleValentine’s day clothes edition
It’s that time of the year. Yes, Valentine’s Day! Roses, Chocolates, Love and Heart Shaped everything. Whether you’re planning a romantic dinner date with your better half, a fun outing with your girl...
View ArticleThe dangerous game of social media fame
The recent controversy surrounding podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia, popularly known as BeerBiceps, has reignited discussions on the responsibilities of social media influencers. His inappropriate joke on...
View ArticleFrom tea gardens to carbon markets: An alt-ernative story
Fourth-generation tea planter Shrey Agarwal is experimenting with a cost-effective, scalable way to remove CO2 from the atmosphere while supporting farmers and industry. Here is a deep dive into Alt...
View ArticleIndiana jones and the birthday voucher of doom
Recently I celebrated my birthday. Normally it’s a day of great anticipation where one can wake up, put on new clothes and eagerly look forward to receiving forwarded GIFs on WhatsApp groups. But at my...
View ArticleArtificial intelligence and the risk of distorted history – Balancing...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing historical research by enabling the analysis of vast datasets, digitizing fragile documents, and uncovering historical patterns. AI-powered tools enhance...
View ArticleSearching for the ‘I’ with Jaroslavas Melnikas
At the recently concluded New Delhi World Book Fair, Lithuanian-Ukrainian author Jaroslavas Melnikas made a powerful case for reading, even in this digital age. “Language is a tool for us to understand...
View ArticleIndia’s pulses mission: A transformative leap toward agricultural self-reliance
In a bold move to reshape India’s agricultural landscape, the government has launched a six-year Pulses Mission aimed at achieving complete self-sufficiency in key pulses by 2029. Announced by Finance...
View ArticleGreen with stupefaction!
Green is the colour of life, of rebirth, of hope. But in today’s world, green is also the colour of deception, manipulation, and the grand illusion of sustainability. From corporate boardrooms to...
View ArticleFinally Delhi has what it always needed
I don’t write about the about the win for the BJP lightly. One power centre is what we always needed for our capital. Most of the residents of Delhi don’t know who to really go...
View ArticleSCAM Inc
How phone fraud is helping to solve the country’s unemployment problem When my cell phone rang the app, which displays the identity of the caller, read: SCAM 100% Genuine. A scam which introduced...
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