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Deepawali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a vibrant and joyous celebration that transcends geographical boundaries and cultural differences. This festival, celebrated by millions worldwide, symbolises the victory of light over…

By Harshita Rai In Bihar’s bustling political theatre, drama and destiny often walk hand in hand. But this time, the spotlight dimmed before the first act even began. Prashant Kishor — the man who promised to challenge the old guard and…

By Harshita Rai Since its formation in 2014, Telangana has steadily carved a niche for itself as a vibrant hub of industry, innovation, and culture. Strategically perched on the Deccan plateau, the state has leveraged its unique geographic…

Harshita Rai Nagaland’s economy—rich in craft, colour, and community—is set for a welcome transformation. The Centre’s latest GST reforms, slashing rates from 12% to 5% across major sectors like handloom, bamboo, coffee, and tourism, are…

By Harshita Rai The Durgapur gang-rape of a 23-year-old MBBS student should have been a moment for collective grief, reflection, and urgent action. Instead, it has exposed a troubling pattern in West Bengal’s political leadership:…

Prof Madan Mohan Goel, Proponent Needonomics & Former Vice-Chancellor (Thrice) In an age of rapid urbanization and rising vehicle ownership, road safety has become a pressing concern that calls for moral as well as administrative…

The Union Government’s new Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms, announced in 2025, are being hailed as a major step toward inclusive growth, particularly for India’s small and medium economies. Among the states expected to gain the…

By Dhruva Kumar October 9, 2025: In a visit that marks a new chapter in an old relationship, British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer concluded his first official trip to India, aiming to transform a historic trade agreement into tangible…

By Harshita Rai When India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Parvatheneni Harish, delivered a searing rebuttal to Pakistan during the UNSC’s open debate on Women, Peace, and Security, it was more than a diplomatic salvo. It…

  Prof. Madan Mohan Goel, Proponent Needonomics & Former Vice-Chancellor (Thrice) Needonomics School of Thought (NST) views the growing reliance on outsourcing systems of jobs by the Centre and State Governments as a shocking and…