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Topic: Peasants

‘Neo-Cold War mentality’, ‘arrogance’—Chinese are fuming over JD Vance’s ‘peasants’ remark

A Baidu commentary suggested that JD Vance’s remark laid bare the systemic arrogance of the American political elite, revealing how developing countries are often reduced to caricatures.

Farmer leader Charan Singh’s manifestos never promised easy solutions like loan waivers

Charan Singh played a crucial role in the politicisation of the peasantry and made it a formidable political force. 

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Trump is swinging on Russia again. What this means for Europe’s security architecture

The dynamics between Europe and Russia have gone so south that mending fences looks like an uphill task—even as the US swings between sanctions and olive branches.

Slashing GST on waste can unlock Rs 1.8 lakh crore, high tax hurting circular economy goals—CSE

Centre for Science and Environment in new report makes case for rationalising GST on waste material, saying most informal operators can’t afford high tax & it also hinders recycling.

2 Agniveers awarded Sena Medal for gallantry in Op Sindoor, a first since Agnipath launch

This marks the first time that Agniveers have received gallantry awards. They are the Army's short-term recruits under the Agnipath scheme.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.