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Crisis/Opportunity
May 13, 2026, 7:26 AM IST
Iran war will probably hurt growth, but proactive policies can absorb much of its impact India’s economy is probably not going to grow as fast in 2026 as people had hoped. At first, experts thought…
May 13, 2026, 7:26 AM IST
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Falling again
May 13, 2026, 7:23 AM IST
NEET has been cancelled again. For lakhs of students, this is not just about an exam — it means stress, fear, wasted months of preparation, and uncertainty about the future. Back in 2024, after NEET…
May 13, 2026, 7:23 AM IST
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Those who pressure-cook Kosha Mangsho should not be trusted with civilisation
May 12, 2026, 4:46 PM IST
There is a particular kind of person one encounters increasingly in modern urban India. They wear smartwatches that congratulate them for standing up, use phrases like “life hack” without irony, and believe every problem can…
May 12, 2026, 4:46 PM IST
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Somnath : An epitome of destruction, struggle and rejuvenation
May 12, 2026, 2:59 PM IST
The temple of Somnath in Gujarat has become a centre of attraction in the whole country, the reason behind this attraction is that the temple is celebrating the Amrit Mahotsav of its reconstruction. Although Somnath…
May 12, 2026, 2:59 PM IST
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Austerity plus
May 12, 2026, 7:38 AM IST
Save forex on fuel and gold, but also push through reforms to accelerate growth PM’s appeal to curb fuel use through public transport, and shun gold buying for a year, is timely. Hormuz Strait has…
May 12, 2026, 7:38 AM IST
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Who needs schooling
May 12, 2026, 7:34 AM IST
Ministers’ beliefs lay waste to the goals of school education UP’s education minister finds two English nursery rhymes unfit for consumption. He thinks ‘Johny Johny’ teaches fibbing, and ‘Rain, rain, go away’ selfishness. So, he…
May 12, 2026, 7:34 AM IST
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A Tiger’s Safari
May 12, 2026, 7:30 AM IST
After a maiden solo trek, a letter to its procreators Dear Aayee and Baba, you will be shocked and delighted to know that I am alive and in a safe haven (hopefully). I have decided…
May 12, 2026, 7:30 AM IST
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Who really needs schooling?
May 12, 2026, 7:26 AM IST
The education ministers of two Indian states recently said some surprising things. One minister from Uttar Pradesh wants to remove the nursery rhymes “Johny Johny” and “Rain, Rain, Go Away” from schools. He thinks “Johny…
May 12, 2026, 7:26 AM IST
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Austerity plus
May 12, 2026, 7:24 AM IST
The Prime Minister’s request to people to use less fuel by taking public transport, and to avoid buying gold for a year, comes at an important time. The Hormuz Strait has been blocked for almost…
May 12, 2026, 7:24 AM IST
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Decoding Modi’s economy message
May 12, 2026, 7:20 AM IST
He’s basically preparing the country for tough decisions GOI has to take. Aside from fuel price hikes, there may be some mild curbs. But extravagant poll promises by all winning parties, including BJP, make economic…
May 12, 2026, 7:20 AM IST
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Hanta it down: Why this virus won’t cruise to India
May 12, 2026, 7:16 AM IST
First, Andes strain found on cruise ship is deadly, but occupants, including two Indians, are in quarantine. Second, Hantavirus strains found in Asia aren’t big killers. Third, India’s disease surveillance is reliable After the pandemic’s…
May 12, 2026, 7:16 AM IST
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Holistic good health could be within reach
May 12, 2026, 7:11 AM IST
By Narayani Ganesh At one time, say even two decades ago, ailments among those living in India were predominantly brought on by infections. Today, however, that number has been overtaken by lifestyle diseases. According to…
May 12, 2026, 7:11 AM IST
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The power turnaround of Uttar Pradesh: Infrastructure, reform and energy security
May 11, 2026, 10:17 PM IST
Less than a decade ago, prolonged blackouts were among the defining features of life in Uttar Pradesh. Frequent power cuts affected not only villages, but also major cities and industrial centres such as Lucknow, Kanpur,…
May 11, 2026, 10:17 PM IST
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Augmented intelligence in the doctor’s Office
May 11, 2026, 2:27 PM IST
AI, for both the doctor and the patient, is augmented intelligence. Patients no longer need to remember their entire medical and surgical history, which medications they have taken (or are allergic to), or any of…
May 11, 2026, 2:27 PM IST
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My mother’s finest specimen
May 11, 2026, 2:02 PM IST
Mother’s Day this year delivered something far more memorable than a greeting card or a stand-up comedian ever could. There we were, three generations of women on a video call: my mother, my two daughters,…
May 11, 2026, 2:02 PM IST
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The next phase of India’s investing boom
May 11, 2026, 1:35 PM IST
India’s investing boom is well underway. Millions of investors are entering the markets every month, transaction volumes are rising and access to financial products has never been easier. This transformation has been driven by technology….
May 11, 2026, 1:35 PM IST
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The Indian diaspora’s rise: Awe, influence, and suspicion
May 11, 2026, 11:11 AM IST
Recent derogatory remarks by President Donald Trump have reignited a familiar debate about the role of non-resident Indians—not just in the United States, but across much of the Western world. These remarks are not isolated;…
May 11, 2026, 11:11 AM IST
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The Triumph of Dedication, Hard Work, Preparation, and Planning
May 11, 2026, 11:04 AM IST
The resounding victory secured by the Bharatiya Janata Party in the West Bengal Assembly elections has been hard for many to digest. It was only to be expected that Mamata Banerjee, who despite serving as…
May 11, 2026, 11:04 AM IST
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Can Vijay carry the franchise?
May 11, 2026, 10:34 AM IST
Vijay’s entire campaign leading up to the elections has been on an anti-DMK plank. Calling it ‘a malign force’ (theeya sakthi) and TVK’s prime rival – he barely took the names of ADMK and BJP…
May 11, 2026, 10:34 AM IST
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Will the double engine model help Suvendu? Yes & no
May 11, 2026, 9:48 AM IST
Formalities are over. The new govt with Suvendu Adhikari, a relative newcomer to BJP, as Bengal CM, and Dilip Ghosh, die-hard cadre, as number two, has been installed. Four others, representing vote banks that contributed…
May 11, 2026, 9:48 AM IST
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