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Most Indians think Modi govt has made India Vishwaguru but worsened economics at home

The public mood is jointly shaped by the economy and media narrative. Which of these two dominates may decide the way the public swings in the near future.

Rajnath Singh wants Indian military to boost R&D. But defence finance is complex territory

Singh’s call to industry leaders to spend more on R&D is understandable, but whether the industry will rise to the occasion is a moot point.

Modi’s Parliament inaugural was an elaborate mimicry. It displayed the sham that is New India

The first republic’s founders were dedicated to building institutions. The second republic’s custodians are devoted to entrenching a cult of personality.

India’s cantonment abolition stirs debate in Pakistan. But putting lands to best use is key

India's move to abolish its 62 cantonments is expected to release up to 1.61 lakh hectares of land. It will stimulate economic activity and provide welfare to economically weaker sections.

West Bengal economy’s fall has been stunning. Too obsessed with agriculture

Its manufacturing sector is focused on metals, chemicals, food processing. These don’t generate the multiplier effects of newer industries in Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu.

Rahul Gandhi’s acceptability as PM nearly doubled since 2014. More than half are non-Congress

There’s an increase in proportion of people willing to vote for Congress ‘if elections were held tomorrow’. But this appears to be coming at the cost of ‘other’ parties, not BJP.

India’s menstrual hygiene efforts sideline women from unorganised sector. Govt must prioritise

Programmes such as the Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram have primarily targeted school-going children, disregarding the needs of women in the informal workforce.

2 things hurting Indian politics today — BJP exceptionalism, Opposition’s attack on Modi

Good governance isn’t imposed from the top — it grows bottom up. Govt must engage with the masses, have impartial judiciary, and even make voting compulsory.

Are Brahmin voters the new Muslims of India? Bloc-voting for BJP will hurt them

Muslims across India have been fixated on supporting any party that challenges the BJP, which has resulted in weakened influence over time.

Dear bearded men, your grooming should begin with skincare, not just scissors

It’s important to take care of the skin underneath to maintain a healthy stubble. Here are some simple yet essential tips to keep your beard in the best of health.

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Skincare doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Here are 10 timeless hacks

If there’s one thing I tell every single patient, it’s this: sunscreen is non-negotiable.

Strategic petroleum reserves: Why India needs bigger oil buffers & how others compare | Cut The Clutter

This is the transcript of Ep 1830 of Cut the Clutter, where Shekhar Gupta explains why strategic petroleum reserves are a national necessity & how India compares with China, US & Japan.

DRDO unveils amphibious battle platforms with crewless turrets, anti-tank missile capability

Tracked and wheeled variants, built in collaboration with Tata Advanced Systems and Bharat Forge, carry 30mm turrets, cross water using hydro jets, and are 65% indigenous.

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.