Policy rollbacks: The unseen cost of ignoring stakeholder consultation
There have been a number of high-profile policy rollbacks, underscoring the need for consultation and consensus-building before implementing major reforms Since the Modi Government 1.0, India has witnessed a series of high-profile policy rollbacks that highlight a critical issue in governance: the need for broader consultation and consensus-building before introducing significant...
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Generation Z's Fashion Dilemma
04 September 2024 | Shainy Sharma -
UPA: Addressing employee aspirations
04 September 2024 | B K Singh -
Citation manipulation is undermining research integrity
04 September 2024 | Biju Dharmapalan -
A strategic pivot
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The US endorses India-Tibet ties
04 September 2024 | Ashok K Mehta -
A journey from corporate grind to personal fulfillment
03 September 2024 | Sanjay Chandra -
India’s special China problem
03 September 2024 | Pioneer
Orwell’s vision remains as relevant as ever
In an era where "post-truth" and "Big Brother" have transcended fiction to become disturbing reality, Orwell's vision stands as relevant as ever In his seminal work *1984*, George Orwell posits that "those who control the present control the past; those who control the past control the future." This powerful assertion underscores...
Envisioning a feminist world: Building a just and inclusive future
The 4th Asia Pacific Feminist Forum seeks to challenge the patriarchal systems that dominate the world today, writes SHOBHA SHUKLA The 4th Asia Pacific Feminist Forum (APFF) is set to take place next month in Chiang Mai, Thailand, under the theme "Feminist world-building: Creative energies, collective journeys." This theme highlights the...
Revitalizing the Workplace
Yoga and meditation can light up the dull and often tense atmosphere at workplaces In today’s fast-paced, high-stress work environments, organizations are increasingly seeking ways to support the well-being of their employees. Among the most effective and holistic approaches are the practices of yoga and meditation. These ancient techniques, rooted in...
E-commerce giants versus mom-and-pop stores
Amazon’s aggressive pricing strategies could lead to a massive e-commerce expansion, capturing half of India's retail market within the next decade At the launch of the Pahle India Foundation’s report ‘Net Impact of E-Commerce on Employment and Consumer Welfare in India’ on August 21, 2024, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush...
Paswan family power struggle may split the LJP
The recent meetings of the BJP leader with former LJP MPs Pashupati Paras and Prince Paswan, have intensified tensions within the Paswan family and the LJP The recent meeting between former LJP MPs Pashupati Paras and Prince Paswan with Amit Shah has significantly elevated Chirag Paswan's political profile. Despite this boost,...
On a sound footing
PM Modi emphasises India's 90% economic growth in the past decade, outpacing the global average of 35% India's resilience shines through in its remarkable economic growth, a testament to its enduring strength in the face of global challenges. It was recently reiterated In a recent statement by the Prime Minister Narendra...
The decline of Parliamentary decorum
Recent debates in the Lok Sabha, marked by factual blunders and misguided accusations, underscore the pressing need for well-prepared and knowledgeable representatives The saying parliament is the temple of democracy has become a cliché phrase. Still, it is heard across the world where democracy is in vogue. In India, even the...
