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Blog | Presenting Gulzar, A Poet Who Embraced Quantum Mechanics Like No Other

Arup K. Chatterjee | Friday July 26, 2024

A bulk of Gulzar saab's unexplored philosophical insights far exceed his filmography, poetry, and writings. What is often missed in his language and poetics are his metaphors from quantum mechanics.

Opinion | <i>Sarfira</i> To <i>Shehzada</i>, Bollywood's Obsession With Remakes Is Destroying It

Opinion | Sarfira To Shehzada, Bollywood's Obsession With Remakes Is Destroying It

Latha Srinivasan | Thursday July 25, 2024

Given the multifront competition Bollywood today faces from regional cinema and Hollywood alike, filmmakers in B-Town must start putting their money into original stories if they want to strike gold at the box office.

Opinion | What Is 'Project 25', A Document Trump Has 'Distanced' Himself From?

K.V. Prasad | Thursday July 25, 2024

The Project, helmed by Heritage Foundation, a Washington-based think tank that reflects Republican views, is considered a key and expansive input given that Trump in his first administration had drawn heavily from the organisation's expertise.

Opinion | Kamala Harris, The Woman Left To Clean Up Joe Biden's Mess

Nishtha Gautam | Thursday July 25, 2024

Choosing Kamala Harris over Joe Biden is a tactical course-correction for Democrats, but it may have come a bit too late. Her strengths may not get optimised, her weaknesses are for all to see.

Opinion | Budget 2024: A Progressive Blueprint for Inclusive Growth And Development

Tuhin A. Sinha | Wednesday July 24, 2024

The Union Budget 2024-25 underscores the Modi government's commitment to inclusive and sustainable growth.

Opinion | These Are The Budget's Two Key Messages For The Future

Madan Sabnavis | Wednesday July 24, 2024

Despite the pre-budget hype and multitude of expectations, two principles stand out for the medium and long-term: steadfast adherence to fiscal prudence and a simplified, uniform tax structure devoid of concessions.

Opinion | Kanwar Yatra And Nameplates: An Unnecessary Controversy

Bharti Mishra Nath | Wednesday July 24, 2024

A democracy like ours can't afford to exclude any section of society. Such sensitive orders must be considered only with due consultations.

Opinion | Budget 2024 Has Big Promises For Bihar - Even If No Special Status

K.V. Prasad | Wednesday July 24, 2024

In a deft move, the Narendra Modi government on Tuesday managed to strike a balance as it announced a liberal allocation for Bihar in the Union Budget without yielding ground on the state's demand for a 'special status/package'.

Opinion | Budget 2024: Allies In Good Humor, Marginal Relief For Middle Class

Amitabh Tiwari | Wednesday July 24, 2024

The budget underscores the reality that it's an NDA government at the Centre, not just the BJP's. With dependencies on allies like Nitish Kumar and Chandrababu Naidu, Bihar and Andhra Pradesh have received special mentions and allocations.

Book Excerpt | How Treating Pain Can Help You Sleep

Deepa Kannan | Tuesday July 23, 2024

Areas in your brain which recognize pain signals also regulate sleep. Persistent pain causes lack of sleep or impacts its quality and, in turn, poor sleep prevents chronic inflammation from shutting off.

Analysis: Can Chandrababu Naidu's "Rich Adopt Poor" Plan Bridge The Gap?

Bharti Mishra Nath | Tuesday July 23, 2024

The IMF (The International Monetary Fund) in its report in April 2024 had estimated India's GDP growth to be 6.8%. In July 2024, it revised the forecast by 20 basis points to 7%.

Opinion | Modi 3.0 Budget: FM Sitharaman Inspires Optimism Among Youth

Sanjay Singh | Tuesday July 23, 2024

Nirmala Sitharaman's 2024 budget speech had a distinctive tone and tenor compared to what is usually heard on such occasions. She has left a mark by standing firm and making significant strides.

Opinion | Jobs, Jobs, Jobs: On Budget 2024's Laser Focus On Employment

Bibek Debroy, Aditya Sinha | Tuesday July 23, 2024

This year's Union Budget has taken a practical approach, focusing on employment and skilling with clear, strategic initiatives to ensure that the jobs created are meaningful and sustainable.

Budget 2024 Presses All Right Buttons As FM Follows Marathon Discipline

NDTV Editorial | Tuesday July 23, 2024

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's seventh budget, the first under Modi 3.0, deserves praise for presenting a balanced approach that addressed a wide range of issues.

Opinion | Politics And The Deterioration Of Arvind Kejriwal's Health

Gagandeep Singh Rajput | Tuesday July 23, 2024

Kejriwal's current health issues, which have been reportedly exacerbated by his incarceration, have prompted widespread concern.

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Featured Posts:

Blog | Presenting Gulzar, A Poet Who Embraced Quantum Mechanics Like No OtherArup K. Chatterjee

Opinion | Sarfira To Shehzada, Bollywood's Obsession With Remakes Is Destroying ItLatha Srinivasan

Opinion | What Is 'Project 25', A Document Trump Has 'Distanced' Himself From?K.V. Prasad

Opinion | Kamala Harris, The Woman Left To Clean Up Joe Biden's MessNishtha Gautam