The U-turns and contradictions in Antony’s political journey
From advocating communal harmony to his stance on Hindu-Muslim relations, Antony’s journey reflects his love for courting controversies The year was 1993. The Kerala Press Academy (since renamed as Kerala Media Academy) under the ownership of the Kerala Government was having the Mathai Manjooran Memorial Day. Mathai Manjooran was a socialist...
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Work with allies for semiconductors
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Sri Lanka’s Easter attack revisited
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Why do Indians excel abroad and fail back home?
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Patrimonial dispute
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The marginalisation of disabled in politics
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Bihar's educational reforms cock a snook at private players
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The Essence of Consciousness
26 April 2024 | Ravi Valluri
Neglect spurs industry exodus in Punjab
The Punjab Government has not only lacked an industrial policy for a long time, but there has been a continuous deterioration in the infrastructure required for industries After independence till the year 2011-12, Punjab was considered to be one of the rich and prosperous States of India. In the year 2000-01,...
Determining the limits of corruption, the Indian way
The recent raids on public functionaries and private individuals speak volumes about the deep roots of corruption still existing in Indian society Whether it is the issue of electoral bonds the liquor policy of Delhi or many others involving politicians, bureaucrats and even private individuals, perhaps after some hiatus, the ghost...
Navigating Workplace Anxiety
The pressure to consistently perform and deliver causes stress and anxiety In today’s fast-paced and competitive work environments, it is not uncommon for employees to experience feelings of stress, worry and anxiety. While it is commonly associated with professional settings, at the same time it is important to recognise that similar...
The democratic status of India under scanner
The latest report from the V-Dem Institute categorises India as one of the ‘worst autocracies’ globally, significantly undermining its democratic reputation The Gothenburg-based V-Dem Institute’s report on Democracy Report 2024 claims that India has been reduced to the status of an “electoral autocracy” in 2018 and has further downgraded to “one...
Nurture workplace safety and inclusivity
Effective workplace safety and inclusivity initiatives demand a holistic approach, addressing fundamental needs while nurturing higher aspirations In the ever-changing landscape of workplace safety and inclusivity, this journey is quite often likened to Maslow’s theory where foundational components set the stage for higher aspirations. Like Maslow’s hierarchy that progresses from physiological...
Turncoats
Former Veep Venkaiah Naidu flags party-hopping, calls for strengthening anti-defection law The pervasive trend of politicians of all hues switching parties, for better career prospects or in pursuit of election tickets especially ahead of Assembly or Lok Sabha polls, is nothing new. This phenomenon, commonly known as party-hopping, has now been...
Graft dominates election discourse
Mounting concerns over corruption and economic uncertainties are shaping the contours of the political contest Innocuous developments are unfolding amidst the growing fervour of the impending elections. Despite concerns of the RBI regarding inflation, escalating toll rates, and transportation costs, the nation finds itself amidst a politically charged atmosphere. Nonetheless, certain...
