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An American helped IAS officers like me ask the right questions—why James Scott is important

Scott looked at the State as it is—based on its functions rather than through the prism of Kautilya's Arthashastra, Machiavelli’s The Prince, or the Marxist concept.

Modi has no respect for Opposition CMs. Niti Aayog boycott shows pushback is coming

Every Opposition-ruled state today has voiced complaints about discrimination in central funding. Union Budget 2024 is a glaring display of discriminatory federalism.

Census, privatisation absent from Budget 2024. It’s a calculated political move

Look beyond Andhra-Bihar in Budget 2024. What's absent has larger political implications

Budget 2024-25 has much to offer the middle class. Can’t be judged on tax exemption alone

Taxpayers with an income of over Rs 10 lakh are complaining that the middle class was largely ignored in the budget. Some fact-checking is necessary to find out if this is true.

Kamiya Jani calling idli-chicken curry ‘weird’ is no faux pas. It’s North Indian ignorance

If Curly Tales' Jani doesn't educate herself on Southern fare then her awards need a tweak—‘Best North Indian Food Influencer’ and ‘Best North Indian Travel Creator’.

More UNESCO tags for Indian sites is a good thing. Next big focus is to protect and conserve

The Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Ajanta Caves, and Ellora Caves were the first four Indian sites to be inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1983. Assam’s Charaideo Maidam is the latest entrant.

Agnipath is the biggest military reform. China has done it since 1997

The military's balance between manpower and technology must always be carefully calibrated to ensure an optimal mix, which is what the Agnipath scheme has embarked upon.

What’s going on with Byju’s bankruptcy process? Creditors must secure claims, protect interests

Creditors must adhere to the prescribed timelines to recover their dues. Failure to do so could result in losing any potential payouts from the resolution plan or the liquidation process.

Taking too many supplements can give you vitamin toxicity. Focus on diet instead

Influencers often try to convince people that they need to take supplements. But everyone’s health needs are different. Diet, lifestyle, and medical conditions should inform your choice.

Keep pace with science and technology in other countries or India won’t develop—JRD Tata

On 15 January 1962, JRD Tata delivered a speech at the inauguration of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research in Maharashtra, praising Dr Homi Bhabha for his role in the establishment and development of the institute.

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Iran war has given India a blueprint for the next conflict

Pakistan would be itching to do an Iran on us and China would be planning to execute an air campaign without allowing us asymmetrical escalation. India has no choice but to transform.

Haryana’s new industrial policy in the works, but industry says old problems remain unsolved

Increase in employment subsidy, Rs 500 crore for estate revamp, new townships in pipeline—but land cost, power breakdowns and inspector raj top among key worries for industry leaders.

War at machine speed: How AI became a decisive force in US-Israel conflict with Iran

The core of the US military’s AI deployment in Iran is a system called the Maven Smart System, built by software company Palantir Technologies.

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.