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The press, which is the fourth pillar of Indian democracy, is not given the same status as the other three pillars today. Journalists have to make their choice.
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In episode 532 of #CutTheClutter, Shekhar Gupta talks about how the Modi government functions and how its DNA does not allow it to accept its mistakes.
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New Delhi has, in past, too, objected to Chinese construction activities in Shaksgam Valley. Work in this strategic region gathered pace after the 2017 Doklam stand-off.
A theme has not yet emerged for BJP & people see lack of a contest, which makes it unexciting. For all these reasons, 2024 is turning out to be an unexpectedly theme-less election.
How shall be it institutionally different from NITI ayog? There is enough participation from both States and Union. The footfalls you have mentioned are almost same with the commission. It could be easier to just empower the NITI ayog for the same?
How shall be it institutionally different from NITI ayog? There is enough participation from both States and Union. The footfalls you have mentioned are almost same with the commission. It could be easier to just empower the NITI ayog for the same?