The Economic Survey’s conservative growth forecast of 8%-8.5% for the next fiscal is sensible. The pandemic curve, imported inflation and reversal of monetary policies and central bank liquidity around the world are headwinds for the Indian economy. Modi government and RBI will have to remain agile to ensure macro-economic stability.
Rafael Nadal’s 21st Grand Slam at 35 gives people a chance to believe
Rafael Nadal’s 21st Grand Slam exemplifies grit. Two sets down, he fought for every point. Mental strength and passion set champions apart. Coming back after long injury, his win at 35 is inspiring. It gives people a chance to believe, not just in achieving the impossible but also in themselves.
Modi govt can’t hide behind SC probe on Pegasus. Come clean on scandal, save Budget session
Fresh claims about India buying Pegasus snooping technology make it incumbent on Modi government to come clean on this scandal. It cannot hide behind Supreme Court probe where it hasn’t been forthcoming either. The government will have only itself to blame if Parliament’s Budget session is lost to this controversy.