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Studies show being an optimist is linked to a longer life. But it’s not as simple
Research shows optimism can change over time, and can be cultivated by engaging in simple exercises.
Natural gas set to be the next major commodity to trade below zero
While the oil market has a broad, if fragile, alliance of producers to rescue prices, the gas market lacks a coordinated approach, leaving oversupply unchecked.
Defence
The biggest challenges Nirmala Sitharaman will face as India’s new Defence Minister
Sitharaman, who is only the second woman defence minister in India's history, is expected to work closely with the Finance Minister to take key industry-related decisions
With Agnipath, Modi govt’s shock & awe doctrine may have misfired a vital reform, yet again
Modi govt's biggest flaw has been its disinclination to accept limitations of electoral majorities. This ruined land acquisition and farm reform, stalled labour codes.