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Blog | Bibek Debroy: For Whom Data Was Everything

Yashwant Deshmukh & Sutanu Guru | Saturday November 02, 2024

Over the years, the authors personally presented some of the most unflattering data points to Bibek Debroy. But to our surprise, he understood, and rather than softening the pinch, he always asked us to point things out even more bluntly, if possible

Blog | In Memory Of Bibek 'Da' - By Amish Tripathi

Amish Tripathi | Friday November 01, 2024

The years 2015 to 2021 were a bleak period in my personal life. Bibek da and his gracious wife, Suparna Bhabhi were a tremendous source of succour and strength in those years.

Opinion | US Elections: When The Great American Dream Turns Nightmare

Ajay Kumar | Friday November 01, 2024

Nearly nine in 10 voters believe America will suffer lasting harm if their side loses. Close to 60% of Kamala Harris supporters report feeling "frightened" about a Trump victory; 47% of Trump supporters feel similarly about a Harris win.

Bibek Debroy's Last NDTV Column: Why India Needs A New Poverty Line

Bibek Debroy, Aditya Sinha | Friday November 01, 2024

With the release of new data from the Household Consumption Expenditure Survey (HCES), there is an opportunity to recalibrate India's poverty line to reflect contemporary socio-economic conditions.

Opinion | West's Efforts To Isolate Russia Are Failing

Kanwal Sibal | Friday November 01, 2024

The importance of BRICS expanded partnerships across Asia, Africa and Latin America should not be underestimated. It shows dissatisfaction with the current international system.

Blog: Diwali, Halloween And The Humble Pumpkin

Bharti Mishra Nath | Friday November 01, 2024

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.

Opinion | Can Our Politicians' Fitness Mania Inspire The Public?

Bharti Mishra Nath | Wednesday October 30, 2024

The disconnect between fitness-focused politicians and the ground realities of Indias sports landscape must be addressed swiftly.

Opinion | To Play Or Not To Play: Is It The End Of The Line For Novak Djokovic?

Akaash Dasgupta | Wednesday October 30, 2024

Is Djokovic slowing down? Can he feel the end coming closer? The simple answer to that question vis--vis his performances at the Slams would be yes. But one must remember that his number-one priority will be to recalibrate his game.

Opinion | India And China: Let LEDs, Microchips Lead The Way

Nishtha Gautam | Wednesday October 30, 2024

The path forward hinges on recognising the interdependence that trade fosters. As India and China navigate an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape, it's the microchips and the LEDs that will light up the negotiating tables.

Opinion | The World Can No Longer Count On An Imploding America

Harsh V. Pant | Wednesday October 30, 2024

As the world awaits the results of one of the most consequential elections in recent memory, the internal turmoil shows that a highly polarised, inward-focused America will not be able to provide the world with the kind of leadership it demands.

Blog | Ananya Panday To Shefali Shah, How OTT Turned Careers Around

Latha Srinivasan | Tuesday October 29, 2024

Actors who may not fit into mainstream cinema's formulaic roles often find success by portraying complex, unconventional characters.

Opinion | What Sanctions? How US' Favourite Foreign Policy Tool Is Backfiring

Syed Zubair Ahmed | Tuesday October 29, 2024

For the US, the question is not just whether sanctions are effective, but if they are backfiring. Sanctions might weaken economies, but they help autocratic regimes exploit public sentiment in order to stay in power.

Opinion | Endorsement Sans Election: How Indira Gandhi's Death Changed Everything

Shubhabrata Bhattacharya | Monday October 28, 2024

In 1964 and 1966, when the premiership changed following the death of a predecessor, new incumbents were sworn in after a 13-day mourning period. But things were different in 1984, when Rajiv Gandhi was sworn in as PM.

Opinion | Gujarat's C-295 Facility Reflects A Rising Nation's Dreams

Sanjay Singh | Monday October 28, 2024

The inauguration of the Tata Aircraft Complex for C-295 aircraft production reflects how a rising nations dreams can become a reality with strong political will and the necessary policy push.

Opinion | Trump To Bolsonaro To Many More, The Death Of Decency In Politics

Derek O'Brien | Monday October 28, 2024

Last year, an MP from the ruling dispensation used communal slurs on the floor of Parliament. The Home Minister, in 2018, termed illegal immigrants as 'termites'.

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