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Remdesivir trial discovers a Covid weak spot and why this success is critical

In episode 458 of #CutTheClutter, Shekhar Gupta explains the significance of the randomised trial of remdesivir's effectiveness on treating Covid-19.

Plague tested Gandhi and Patel leadership style. Just like Covid is testing Modi and Rahul

Gandhi and Patel were present on the ground during different crises, but leaders today are maintaining a ‘safe distance’ during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Can’t work, can’t go, can’t stay. A virus trilemma for low-cost migrant workers abroad

Migrants can’t work, can’t go home (with airlines grounded) and stand a greater risk of infection by staying put in their densely packed urban quarters.

Rahul Gandhi’s chat with Rajan shows why he should stop doing press conferences, like Modi

Like Modi, Rahul Gandhi will be able to control the narrative about himself much better with somewhat more scripted formats of public engagement.

Bureaucracy intact in Indian military. DMA only brings ill-advised orders for armed forces

CDS Rawat-led Department of Military Affairs is trying to fix measures for habitat and infrastructure projects of the armed forces. But its measures signal far-reaching reforms.

Don’t suffer alone — India and the world need to act against China’s intimidation tactics

Countries in the region are speaking against China’s aggressiveness. President of Philippines Rodrigo Duterte criticised its actions against Vietnam.

Indian govt has multiple legal options to force citizens to vaccinate against Covid

The coronavirus pandemic has restarted global debate on anti-vaxxers. But Indian law is already prepared to face a public health issue such as this.

Pakistan military won’t take budget cuts easily, even for Covid. So this man has been hired

A lot of Pakistan’s defence budget may get redirected in the post-Covid era, but army isn’t going to let go. It now eyes revocation of a constitutional amendment.

Mystery of Kim Jong Un disappearance & why ‘nuisance states’ like North Korea can’t be ignored

In episode 457 of #CutTheClutter, Shekhar Gupta explains what are global ‘nuisance states' and why the world can't ignore them.

Modi needs to give migrant workers a ‘New Deal’ to get them back to the cities

Migrant workers tossed out of cities with no food, shelter or transport won't return without a New Deal: Nest eggs for old age and healthcare.

On Camera

Bengal once had arenas for identity battles—stadiums, football, jerseys. Now it’s polling booths

From Mohun Bagan and East Bengal to Mohammedan Sporting, footbclubs once shaped identity, pride and belonging across Bengal’s social fabric. Now, the political field has taken over.

As govt weighs mandatory silver hallmarking, new report flags economic & operational bottlenecks

Koan Advisory report warns that infra gaps could hurt small businesses and artisans, recommends transition period of 3-5 yrs for industry to adapt.

What theaterisation could look like: Rotational CDS, three-star theatre commanders in initial years

The proposed structure envisions the post of Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) rotating between the Army, Navy and Air Force, it is learnt.

Trump, Netanyahu’s Iran gamble: The regime change rebound

American objectives are unmet. They neither have muscle nor motivation to resume the war. As for Iran, the regime didn’t just survive, it’s now led by more radical individuals.