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Polson to Amul—Gujarat farmers helmed white revolution. First they took on a Parsi dairy

The story of India’s journey from below-subsistence level dairy farming to becoming the world’s largest milk producer.

China is preparing its young people for war. Movies are also part of defence education

In a nation, where the state decides what movies its population can see, celluloid serves as a powerful tool for the CCP to mould and mobilise young minds.

Army uniform is a marker of ‘family’ pride. Standardising it will snatch that identity away

A beret, badge, lanyard, and belt are all markers of family pride and prestige. Taking that away is eminently unnecessary.

Sachin Pilot has DK Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah to thank—their tussle gave him TV airtime

TV news returned to Sachin Pilot and his foot march in Rajasthan. It served as a template for Dk Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah's tussle for the CM seat in Karnataka.

Army deciding common dress code for officers just a cosmetic change. Malaise runs deeper

There has been a trend in the Army of senior officers hanging on to regimental ties and old bonds to unfairly promote the interests of their regimental officers.

This is how Shiva became Asia’s most popular god – innovation, assimilation, conquest

In a diverse religious environment, the Shaiva recipe for success was rather crafty.

Karnataka has told the opposition where to focus on for 2024—the base of the social pyramid

The base of pyramid politics cannot adopt the old 'Garibi Hatao' politics of the Congress. Nor should it embrace the traditional class politics of the Left.

This is how I found a way to detect microplastics in water. And PM Modi gave me an award

Drinking water is contaminated with microplastics. My research has brought me national and international acclaim.

How Congress can solve the Karnataka CM dilemma — watch Virat, DK, RCB

Alternation is the way forward.  DK Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah should take turns at the top post.

Modi govt’s Mission Mustard ended up burdening farmers. Now it must diversify the basket

Farmers shouldn't bear the burden of growing more. India must diversify its food basket to feed the country’s average consumer.

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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.