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First we lost Saraswati River. Now we are losing archaeological sites along Ghaggar too

Whether due to hypocrisy or sheer ignorance, the archaeological heritage of the Saraswati River system is rapidly vanishing. The glorious past we keep referring to will be lost forever.

Agni-5 is a counter to China’s nuclear expansion, but India can’t stop at MIRVing

MIRVing permits a single missile to carry several warheads that can be aimed at multiple targets several hundred kilometres apart. It comes with pros and cons.

‘Viksit Bharat’ will face many threats on a 2047 battlefield. Warfare has diversified into new domains

Given the complexities of the challenge, it is not the Armed Forces alone but all organs of the government that must dwell on these issues. Technologies and doctrines must develop concurrently.

Going for UV light therapy for acne, eczema, vitiligo? Know which technique works for you

Phototherapy is the next frontier in treating long-term health conditions that arise due to an overactive immune response. But know the basics first.

Electoral Bonds data by SBI needs different levels of inquiry: Ashok Lavasa

The setting up of a National Election Fund is a suggestion that needs serious consideration but can it eliminate or minimize the use of black money in elections?

CAA can pass constitutional validity in SC. Omission of Muslims is reasonable

India's Constitution provides scope for enacting religious non-neutral laws provided such legislation have reasonable justification. The social reform laws are examples of this.

Bengal is ready for BJP’s Bhadralok Hindutva. Bhadralok Marxism is on its way out

Bengal has always had Bhadralok who were inclined toward the nationalist school of thought and had a strong sense of Hindu religiosity.

Keep political donations a secret. Disclosure can lead to states victimising corporations

The tax authorities should also investigate the extent of the use of ‘shell companies’ by corporations and political parties to indulge in corrupt practices.

Jaishankar right to call out West’s ‘cherry picking’ on Ukraine. EU’s problems aren’t ours

In the case of India and Europe, Ukraine war has brought to the fore differing perceptions on critical issues of statehood, security, international law and rational choice.

InvITs—a made-in-India solution for financing the green transition

Infrastructure Investment Trusts, or InvITs, a unique financial tool developed in India, could help channel substantial capital towards green infrastructure projects in the states.

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Hormuz crisis won’t replace the dollar with yuan. De-dollarisation is a myth

Recent data does not support any dramatic shift away from the dollar. As per IMF, the share of international transactions conducted in dollars has declined from 56.90% to 56.77%.

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.