Ladakh’s path to autonomy: Overcoming adversity
Against the backdrop of historical marginalisation and neglect, Ladakh’s journey towards autonomy has been marked by struggle, negotiation and triumph The accession of the erstwhile State of Jammu and Kashmir to India on October 26, 1947, inflicted significant socio-economic and political setbacks on the Buddhist-dominated Leh district in the strategic Trans-Himalayan...
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A tale of hidden wealth, regret and liberation
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The timeless allure of bookstores
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Celebrating World Book and Copyright Day
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New beginnings
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Iran-Israel: On the brink of war or hype
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Govt schemes are transforming lives in rural Rajasthan
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Understanding the impact of FOMO
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With power freebies, debt comes calling
The core dilemma persists: How to prevent debt while ensuring universal electricity access? This issue entails policy intricacies and power sector reforms In an interview, Union Power Minister RK Singh revealed he has been telling States that electricity is not free. “If any State wants to give free power to any...
Rahul Gandhi holds on to Wayanad despite speculation
The decision comes as a strategic move, influenced by a variety of factors, including local dynamics and broader political alliances in Kerala. Even as the Indian National Congress was burning midnight oil about the Lok Sabha constituency from where Rahul Gandhi would contest this time, The Pioneer has reported that the...
Mind, the key to Hidden Fortune
True wealth lies not in material possessions but in the freedom of mind Once upon a time lived a woman. She was struck with an unexpected tragedy as her husband passed away untimely. The lady was now left with only one son and precious jewellery. Since she was hounded by creditors...
Human-elephant conflict: The way out
To ensure the protection of these majestic creatures, it is imperative to revisit and revise legislative frameworks with a focus on ecological sustainability India’s rich biodiversity includes a significant population of Asian elephants, which are not only an integral part of the country’s wildlife heritage but also hold cultural and religious...
Transformative trends in India’s higher education
The surge in EdTech presents opportunities for democratising education but also highlights challenges such as the digital divide and ensuring quality India’s higher education landscape is undergoing a transformative shift. With initiatives like the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020, skill development programs by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and the...
Theatre of the absurd
The ever-falling state of polity touches a new low, trivialising life for political gains In the realm of politics, where governance and public welfare should reign supreme, a disturbing trend has emerged — the trivialisation of human life for the sake of political benefits. Recent events surrounding Delhi’s Chief Minister Arvind...
Aung San Suu Kyi: Prison or house arrest?
Concerns over Suu Kyi’s whereabouts as the junta stares at defeat The news website, The Irrawaddy, cites “informed sources in Naypyitaw and Yangon” as saying that Aung San Suu Kyi (78), the emblem of the Myanmar’s struggle for democracy and Win Mint (72), incarcerated president of the country’s democratically-elected Government ousted...
