The successful launch of Agni-P, the most advanced version in the Agni class of nuclear missiles, is a moment to be proud of India’s missile programme. With a range of 2,000 km, it will be a welcome addition to deterrence capabilities. It’s time other indigenous defence programmes emulated this success.
India’s poor Covid management and vaccination cost us T20 World Cup hosting rights
The decision to move the T20 World Cup from India to UAE and Oman is disappointing. But it isn’t BCCI’s fault. It’s an unfortunate reflection of India’s poor performance in managing the pandemic and vaccinations. Euro2020 and Wimbledon show how sporting events can resume safely. Indian cricket fans deserve better.
India needs urgent measures to revive demand like tax cuts, infra push
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s latest announcements to help the economy recover hold promise for the long term. But India also needs some short-term, urgent measures to revive demand. Tax cuts, reduction in petrol/diesel taxes, infrastructure push to create jobs must be considered. And ease of doing business for e-commerce companies.