Recipe for failure: On the U.S. and Yemen ( THE HINDU ) Donald Trump came to power with a promise to shut down the wars in Ukraine and West Asia. But in less than two months, Mr. Trump, like most of his predecessors, started bombing another country. This time it is Yemen, one of West … Read more
ET MSME Awards 2024: Elite jury picks the best of Indian MSMEs : ECONOMIC TIMES The much-awaited ET MSME Awards 2024 is just around the corner. This year marks the fifth edition of the ET MSME Awards, which aims to empower and celebrate India’s 64 million micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), regarded as the … Read more
Miles to go: on change in Manipur, the road to normalcy : source THE HINDU The Union Government finally attempts change in Manipur, but faces hurdles After months of trying to wade through an ethnic crisis by maintaining the status quo, the Union government finally got its act together and removed the N. Biren Singh-led … Read more
India-UK FTA: A game-changer for Indian couture? Sanjay Nigam weighs in : source ECONOMIC TIMES For centuries, India has been a pioneer in fashion, renowned worldwide for its handwoven fabrics, heritage craftsmanship, intricate designs, and symbolic artistry in couture. While a handful of Indian designers have gained international acclaim, the broader fashion industry has struggled … Read more
Foreign aid has lost its shine and power : economic times Foreign aid has always been controversial because it marries economic assistance with political purpose. The nature of aid has, thus, been shifting with the polarity in geopolitics and the spread of development to the point where the developing world is now able to help … Read more
Humour and perversity: On regulatory measures to prevent vulgarity In suggesting that the Government should come with regulatory measures to prevent vulgarity or perversity in the name of humour being aired, the Supreme Court has expanded the scope of petitions by YouTubers caught in a criminal case over alleged obscenity in a digital programme. The Court … Read more