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Opinion | Tote Bags To Caps, Politics For The 'Gram
If there is no true intention of bringing about change and its only for the social media buzz, then it does ruin the sincerity of fashion taking a stand, as is often the case with our present netas
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Opinion | Why Nitish Kumar Has Gone 'Silent' Again
The Bihar unit of BJP has been in a damage control mode to circumvent any misunderstandings over leadership issues with coalition partner JDU (Janata Dal United) before the all-important assembly elections in 2025.
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Opinion | Bihar And The Yatra To Power
With the Bihar election just a few months away, political parties think they have found a sure shot mantra of winning votes - yatras and lucrative cash transfer schemes aimed at women.
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Opinion | Fury In South Korea As President Faces Impeachment
The world has been taken aback and is concerned about South Koreas ability to deter nuclear-armed North Korea, which is always up to some mischief.
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Opinion | Shankarsinh Vaghela And Congress Fight For Survival In Gujarat
Political activity is hotting up in Gujarat before the local body elections scheduled early next year. Former BJP leader Shankersinh Vaghela has floated a new political party, to contest the civic polls - announcing his presence in active politics.
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Opinion | Should Trump's Threat Alarm BRICS Nations?
US President-elect Donald Trump has been throwing up surprises long before his inauguration. Now the heat is on BRICS.
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Opinion | Andhra Man's Suicide And The Menace Of Illegal Loan Apps
Loan apps are used heavily in rural and semi-rural areas, where formal banking systems are scarce. They target disadvantaged sections of society, that is, people with meagre incomes who are ineligible to obtain credit from established platforms.
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Opinion | Bangladesh Is Sitting On A Powder Keg
According to a report by the Bangladesh branch of the Berlin-based human rights group Transparency International, minorities have been targeted in more than 2,000 incidents of violence since Hasina was forced to flee the country.
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Opinion: Pakistan In Turmoil Again
Pakistan's security forces fired tear gas on thousands of supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who stormed the capital Islamabad on Tuesday demanding his release from prison.
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Opinion | Women-Focused Cash Schemes Are Here To Stay
The Maharashtra and Jharkhand elections have seen the incumbent alliances retain power, defying anti-incumbency. Their wins are being attributed to the direct cash transfer schemes they launched just months before the elections.
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Opinion | Dissanayake's NPP Win: A Turning Point In India-Sri Lanka Ties?
The NPP received overwhelming support from ethnic minorities, even in Tamil-majority areas in the north and east, where its candidates outperformed traditional Tamil nationalist parties.
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Opinion | Will Trump's DOGE Be A Failed Experiment?
In his first term, the OAI received flak for influencing Trump's government policies. The office was silently closed during the transition after President Joe Biden took charge in 2021. Would DOGE meet the same fate?
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Blog | Why You Should Quit Smoking Too, Like SRK
For older adults, quitting smoking can add years to life expectancy, making those years healthier and more active.
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Opinion | 'Seen As Competition': Why Racism Against Indians Is Growing In Canada
There has been a growing sentiment in Canada that the country has lost control over immigration.
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Opinion | Musk To Ackman, Why Are Companies Opposing 'Inclusive' Hiring?
The whole concept of DEI which encompasses women, people of colour, and those in the LGBTQ+ community has come under attack in the US.
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Opinion | Once Again, A Trump-Sized Fear For COP
The re-election of Trump, who has previously dismissed climate change as a hoax, is unlikely to be good news for COP.
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Opinion | Why BJP's Uniform Civil Code Pitch May Work For It In Jharkhand
As election day draws nearer, both the BJP and JMM are likely to intensify their rhetoric on the UCC, Bangladeshi infiltrators, and the Sarna issue. Whether these topics resonate with voters will be revealed on November 23.
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Blog: Diwali, Halloween And The Humble Pumpkin
The lore associated with pumpkins has evolved over centuries and continues to hold significance even today. They are still linked with autumnal traditions like Halloween and Thanksgiving.
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Opinion | Can Our Politicians' Fitness Mania Inspire The Public?
The disconnect between fitness-focused politicians and the ground realities of Indias sports landscape must be addressed swiftly.
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Opinion | Pan Masala And Bollywood: Others Can Learn Something From Anil Kapoor
Historically, the pan masala industry has exploited celebrity allure, using ads to associate their success with these products. This trend is evident during major events like the IPL and T20 World Cup, where pan-masala brands dominate airtime.
