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Key political leaders cast votes in Jharkhand’s final phase election

NEW DELHI: The second phase of the Jharkhand Assembly election witnessed active participation from political leaders and citizens. BJP state president and Rajdhanwar candidate Babulal Marandi voted in his native village, Kodaibank, Giridih district. Confident of a BJP-led alliance victory, Marandi highlighted the electorate’s focus on addressing issues like employment, law and order, corruption, and […]

Empowering women through PMAY Rural Phase 2

The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) has been a transformative initiative in India’s housing sector, aiming to provide affordable housing to millions of citizens. The recent mandate under PMAY Rural Phase 2, which requires houses to be registered in the names of women, is a commendable step towards gender equality and women’s empowerment. This policy […]

OpenAI and new age of Digital Colonialism

The recent lawsuit filed by an Indian media company against OpenAI, alleging unauthorized use of its content to train the AI tool ChatGPT, has sparked a significant debate about the implications of artificial intelligence on information sovereignty. This case, currently being heard by the Delhi High Court, raises critical questions about the control and ownership […]

Call for fire safety in hospitals is too little, too late

The recent directive from the Union Health Secretary to states, urging them to evaluate and ensure the functionality of fire safety systems in hospitals, comes as a reactionary measure following the tragic fire at Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh. This devastating incident, which claimed the lives of 10 newborns, has once […]

Dhudmaras, Bastar: Beacon for Eco-Tourism in India

The recent recognition of Dhudmaras, a village in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar district, by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) as one of the best tourism villages, is a testament to the potential of eco-tourism in India. This accolade not only highlights the village’s unique blend of natural beauty, tribal culture, and sustainable practices but also […]

Narayan Murthy is wrong: Productivity, not hours is key to progress

Narayana Murthy, one of India’s most respected business leaders, recently stirred debate by advocating a 70-hour work week for Indian employees to accelerate national growth. While his comments are rooted in a desire to see India thrive globally, the proposal is fundamentally misguided. What India needs is not longer work hours but greater efficiency, productivity, […]

Persistent menace of ragging in Indian campuses

The tragic death of an MBBS student in Gujarat due to alleged ragging by seniors has once again spotlighted the grim reality of hazing in Indian educational institutions. Despite stringent laws, judicial directives, and repeated awareness campaigns, ragging continues to rear its ugly head, endangering the safety and well-being of students across the country. This […]

Urgent need for audits, accountability in shelter homes

The recent tragedy at a Patna shelter home, where two young women and a girl lost their lives in a single week, has shed light on a pressing issue: the neglected and often dangerous conditions in shelter homes across the country. Initial reports from doctors pointing to malnutrition as a potential cause of death highlight […]

Recognizing humanity of doctors amidst personal grief

Doctors hold a unique and respected place in society. They are often seen as miracle workers, capable of reversing the course of illness and bringing hope to the gravest situations. Yet, this perception can lead to unreasonable expectations, as highlighted by the disturbing attack on a Chennai oncologist by a patient’s relatives. Such incidents reflect […]

Addressing India’s diabetes crisis: Call for comprehensive action

The recent Lancet study revealing that Indians account for a staggering 25% of the world’s adult diabetes cases is a wake-up call of urgent proportions. Diabetes, particularly Type 2, has grown into a significant public health issue, straining healthcare systems and impacting the quality of life for millions. This crisis not only threatens India’s health […]

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