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Deepak Chopra exposed in Epstein Files. So is the Indian guru-industrial complex

Deepak Chopra’s line about 'cute girls' is not an accidental lapse of judgement. It fits the register of a world in which influence is lubricated by misogyny, sycophancy, and entitlement.

Modi must lead India to reforms. Start with national address on TV

Uncompetitive firms in other sectors impacted by zero or low import tariffs will also be wailing for bailouts once the big trade deals kick in.

For-profit medical colleges are a step forward. Education is defined by outcomes, not ownership

In India, we cap fees but not incompetence, regulate balance sheets but ignore learning outcomes, and police intent while tolerating mediocrity.

Rafale dilemma sums up India’s defence paradox—security vs self-reliance

To evaluate the futility or the utility of India's procurement of 114 Rafale aircraft, we must first define the problem it aims to solve.

A secret nuclear test by China? It’s a Hollywood-style conspiracy, Chinese say

The core question, Chinese analysts argue, is not whether a test had occurred, but why the US is reviving a six-year-old allegation now.

NCP-Jamaat coalition will reset Bangladesh’s India policy. Dignity first, dialogue second

NCP chose Jamaat coalition over political extinction. Revolution can't survive on sidelines.

How do workers and employers view India’s new Labour Codes? New study has answers

A recent independent perception-based study undertaken by V. V. Giri National Labour Institute provides an early diagnosis of how workers & employers view the implementation process.

Nirmala Sitharaman achieved a creditable capex record. Now, troubling questions are emerging

Years of waiting for a revival in private corporate investment is coming to an end. But the government doesn't seem to be taking chances.

Labour Codes empowered gig workers. Strikes show they’re ready to use it

The gig economy was a centrepiece of the new labour Codes, with prominent mention in the Economic Survey 2025-26 and the Union Budget 2026-27.

RBI is buying time by not cutting the repo rate. Past policy needs a breather to work

Domestic conditions alone do not explain RBI’s decision on 6 February. The global environment has become increasingly important.

On Camera

Why tax disability pension of soldiers who keep serving? It punishes loyalty

The new policy in Union Budget 2026 creates two classes of disabled soldiers: those forced out early keep their wounds tax-free, while those who stayed and served are taxed for endurance.

Road-dependence, poor EV charging infra key hurdles to India’s net-zero transport push—NITI Aayog

Sectoral insight report says while clean mobility transition is technically possible, India’s current transport system is not aligned towards the vision. It recommends a phased strategy.

Australian amphibian aircraft firm eyes Indian civil & military market, ties up with Apogee Aerospace

Aligning with India's push to promote inter-coastal air connectivity, Apogee has ordered 15 seaplanes in a deal valued at Rs 3,500 crore.

Dear Narendrabhai, Bangladesh polls give India space to hit reset button

By next weekend, Bangladesh will have an elected government. This is India’s moment to reboot broken ties by moderating the ‘ghuspethiya’ rhetoric in poll-bound West Bengal and Assam.