Topic: Social reforms
MG Ranade — the ‘father of Indian economics’ who also fought for widow remarriage
On his 119th death anniversary, ThePrint explores M.G. Ranade’s life and his tryst with social and economic reforms, which became a central theme in his life.
Vinoba Bhave, the Walking Saint who ‘talked’ bandits of Madhya Pradesh into surrendering
Vinoba Bhave, called the first Satyagrahi of India's freedom movement, envisioned a non-violent and equal social order across India’s landscape.
Three reasons why Modi took the path of social reform instead of economic reform
Asim Ali -
Many saw Narendra Modi as an economic reformer in 2014. Instead, he chose to become a moralistic father-figure.
On Camera
YourTurn
MP’s Ranji win is a reminder that sports gives you everything, but in its own sweet time
Back in 1999, Chandrakant Pandit was Madhya Pradesh’s losing captain. Today, he is the coach of the winning team.
Free power & no new taxes in AAP govt’s Punjab Budget, but fiscal consolidation roadmap missing
Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema emphasised improving ‘fiscal health’ and augmenting tax revenues in AAP govt's maiden Budget Monday, but outstanding debt expected to rise by 8.4%.
Defence
Almost 4,000 enrol for IAF’s Agnipath recruitment scheme on day 1 of online registrations
These registrations pertain to the Indian Air Force's Agniveer Vayu programme. The online portal for the first phase was opened at 10 am Friday, and will close on 5 July.
With Agnipath, Modi govt’s shock & awe doctrine may have misfired a vital reform, yet again
Modi govt's biggest flaw has been its disinclination to accept limitations of electoral majorities. This ruined land acquisition and farm reform, stalled labour codes.