Armed forces pension reform ideas have rightly stirred debate. A modernised HR policy is critical to introducing larger military reforms. But the issues and proposals need to be understood before any changes are made. The rush to reform has now meant that the defence pensions bill exceeds the wage bill.
Punjab crisis over farm laws is dangerous. Solution isn’t a tough response but political reasoning
The crisis in Punjab over farm laws is dangerous. The Centre sees these protests as politically motivated, requiring a tough response. It won’t work. Punjab farmers are entrepreneurial and can be persuaded to see the benefit in agricultural reform, over time. Deft political reasoning, not a sledgehammer, is the answer.