Crowdfunding can transform science research funding
By connecting directly with the public, crowdfunding offers researchers an opportunity to explore bold ideas fueled by passion The conventional research funding model, which is primarily dependent on government grants and institutional allocations, is currently under increasing scrutiny. Scientists and innovators frequently find themselves facing competition for a diminishing pool of...
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Save Priya
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Winter session stalemate: Urgent need for reform
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New year resolutions: Small steps, lasting change
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A wish list for 2025
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A turning point in Taliban politics
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The paradox of happiness: Why we fear what we seek
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Shifting stance
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The statesman and a gentleman
Dr Singh’s journey from a humble student to a distinguished statesman is a testament to perseverance, intellect and humility As the country mourns the death of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh who breathed his last on 26th December 2024 at the age of 92. The world leaders condone the death of...
Homeschooling: Affordable and holistic education option
Homeschooling is transforming its image from an unconventional option to a widely accepted educational route as many parents opt for this affordable choice With the rising costs of living, an increasing number of parents are reevaluating the conventional approach to education. An increasing number of families nationwide are viewing homeschooling as...
A silent crusader
Dr Manmohan Singh a reluctant politician yet a resilient leader and a gentleman is no more but his legacy lives on The man with the vision and selfless dedication to the nation, Dr Manmohan Singh is no more. Dr Singh passed away on December 26, 2024, at the age of 92....
Why RSS chief’s push for large families is out of step
By advocating outdated solutions to demographic trends, Bhagwat’s vision risks deepening societal divisions and ignoring the socio-economic realities of today Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat’s recent appeal for larger families, framed as a response to perceived demographic challenges, reveals a worldview rooted in traditionalism. This perspective clashes with the...
India’s hidden crisis: Battling malnutrition for a healthier future
Malnutrition among children in India stands as a pressing public health challenge, intricately linked to poverty, systemic inequalities and environmental hurdles Malnutrition among children remains a critical public health issue in India, deeply intertwined with poverty, systemic inequalities, and environmental challenges. Despite the nation’s economic progress, the persistent issues of undernutrition...
A blow to regional peace
The fragile peace of South Asia faced a severe setback when Pakistan conducted airstrikes in Afghanistan On the night of December 24, 2024, a series of airstrikes conducted by Pakistan in Afghanistan’s Barmal district of Paktika province claimed the lives of at least 15 civilians, including women and children. The strikes...
Jordan’s ambivalent stance on Palestine
While maintaining a façade of solidarity, Jordan’s actions often reveal a pragmatic, if controversial, approach to safeguarding its own interests in a volatile region Jordanian reality towards the Palestinians Jordanians have had a wounded, complicated, and manipulative history. House of Hashim or the Hashemite dynasty rules Jordan with the current King...