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Editorial by Rahi Bhide | Women’s Sprint, Yet Only Halfway
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By Rahi Bhide
It has been half a century since the United Nations declared the International Women’s Year, followed by a decade dedicated to the cause of women’s liberation. These five decades, at first glance, reflect significant achievements for women...
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Editorial by Rahi Bhide | In the End, What Was Gained?
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Though Manoj Jarange ended his fast for Maratha reservation, the pressing questions still linger: What exactly did the Maratha community gain from this agitation? And how will the government’s ordinance affect the OBC community? On one...
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Editorial by Bhaga Warkhade | The Foundation of GST Reform
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In his Independence Day speech from the Red Fort, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his intent to reform the Goods and Services Tax (GST). Accordingly, the GST Council has decided to remove two of the existing tax slabs, leaving only two categories for taxation. While this reform is welcome, the long-awaited vision of “One Nation, One Tax, One Slab” still requires more time to materialize.
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GST 2.0 | Reform or Rhetoric? A Critical Look at the Government’s So-Called Diwali Gift!
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By Rajesh Warlekar
In his Independence Day address from the Red Fort, the Prime Minister declared a ‘Diwali gift’ for the nation, a bold reform in the Goods and Services Tax (GST) structure. Promising simplification and rationalization of tax slabs, the announcement was...
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Editorial By Rahi Bhide | Reservation Becomes a Test for the Government!
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By Rahi Bhide
The Maharashtra government is now facing the consequences of how burdensome the promise of reservation can be. The storm led by Manoj Jarange has hit Mumbai, triggering political chaos. Leaders like Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde, and Ajit...
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TCS Layoffs Expose the Growing Unemployment Crisis in India’s Tech Sector!
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In August, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) long considered the crown jewel of India’s private sector and the entire IT industry were shaken when the company announced the layoffs of 12,000 employees. Many of these were mid-level professionals with 6 to...
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Ruling Party and Opposition: Locked in a Battle Over the Same Allegations!
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By Rahi Bhide
The Bihar Assembly elections have not yet been officially declared. Yet, the political atmosphere is already charged with acrimony, with the ruling BJP and the INDIA alliance trading accusations on a familiar theme vote theft. The...
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Editorial: Ethanol Blending – A Good Idea, Poorly Executed
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By Rajesh Warlekar
India is facing a major transition in its fuel policy, but instead of smooth change, what’s unfolding is confusion, silence from authorities, and rising frustration among vehicle owners. The government’s push for E20 fuel petrol blended with...
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Editorial : Trump's Tariffs and India’s Diplomatic Dilemma
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Ever since the return of Donald Trump to the political forefront, India’s trade and diplomatic landscape has been facing unprecedented challenges. With Trump's latest move a 25% tariff hike on Indian exports, the pressure on India has mounted significantly. This...
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Editorial: Friendship with One, Affection with Another – The Unpredictable Diplomacy of Trump
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By Rahi Bhide
By Rahi Bhide
India’s steadfast stance on continuing crude oil imports from Russia has once again placed it at odds with the United States. In response, former U.S. President Donald Trump announced a punitive 25% tariff on Indian exports. While...
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