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Smriti Singh is no ‘gold digger’. Her greatest transgression is her refusal to be buried alive

If Captain Anshuman Singh’s parents are criticising their daughter-in-law in the media, they were likely doing worse in private. Smriti’s silence has allowed Indian uncles and aunties to skewer her.

Punjab’s Green Revolution-era success is long over. Four factors now constrain its economy

Realising that the economic, social and environmental situation in Punjab is a matter of national concern is the first step in working towards a new arrangement.

Agnipath scheme has turned into political football. Time to strike a consensus on its tenure

The immediate and major step the CDS and the chiefs have to take is to decide the length of the retention period.

With Biden out, Democrats can focus on Trump. They now have a chance to win

Donald Trump is more concerned about his feelings, especially loyalty, rather than strategic thinking. This can be good for the Democrats.

Ananya Panday is the latest star to flaunt her ‘guruji’. It signals India’s crisis of faith

Seeking spiritual guidance is nothing to be frowned upon. But the masses flocking to babas should also be read as a symptom of a larger problem—India’s crisis of faith.

Economic Survey 2023-24—India’s path toward Viksit Bharat goes through geopolitical challenges

Outlining the growth strategy for Amrit Kaal, the Economic Survey 2023-24 reiterates the importance of private sector investment particularly in machinery, equipment, structures, software and R&D.

Maharashtra BJP workers are confused, not demotivated—party must counter ‘outsiders’ narrative

The BJP has its own calculations of electoral politics, but it needs to develop new strategies. Alliance with NCP is just the tip of the resentment iceberg for party workers.

The 1944 Bombay Plan has lessons for Budget 2024. Invest in human capital

The Bombay Plan was revolutionary because of its focus on the role of the state in the economy, its emphasis on significant investments in basic public goods.

Take action against Puja Khedkar, not people with disabilities. IAS Sabharwal’s tweet disturbing

Franklin D Roosevelt had polio, Stephen Hawking had ALS, and Elon Musk has Asperger’s—disabilities don’t make people less capable. IAS Smita Sabharwal needs to educate herself.

No one should force India into joining a battle that isn’t ours. Strategic autonomy is crucial

Perhaps it is time for the US to address India’s concerns. Rather than pointing fingers at India, it should practise what it preaches.

On Camera

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.

Military pushes for private participation in space, more Indian satellites. ‘Can’t rely on single entity’ 

CDS Anil Chauhan says future space capability will not be built by government agencies alone. ‘It will be co-developed with industry, start-ups, and technology innovators’.

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.