Editorials

53RD MEETING OF THE GST COUNCIL  The 53rd meeting of the GST Council introduced several measures aimed at easing compliance for small businesses and providing tax exemptions on various services.

KALLAKURICHI HOOCH TRAGEDY: FERMENTED WITH METHANOL AND APATHY  Hooch is a widely used term for low-quality alcohol. The word "hooch" originates from the Hoochinoo tribe in Alaska, known for producing

INDUS WATERS TREATY  The Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) is an agreement between India and Pakistan, signed on September 19, 1960, with the World Bank as a broker. This treaty outlines

COTTON CULTIVATION  Recent data from the Ministry of Textiles indicates that cotton consumption by the textile industry from October 2023 to September 2024 is one of the highest in this

INDIAN MUSIC EVOLUTION  Indian music has a rich and diverse history that spans millennia, evolving through distinct phases influenced by cultural, religious, and regional factors. From its ancient origins rooted

CHINA-TIBET ISSUE  The China-Tibet issue has been a longstanding conflict centered around Tibet's status and autonomy within the People's Republic of China (PRC).   Tibet, an autonomous region on the Tibetan

PUDUCHERRY  Puducherry, formerly known as Pondicherry, is a Union Territory located on the southeastern coast of India.  It comprises four regions: Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe, and Yanam, each with its own

REGULATING FACIAL RECOGNITION TECHNOLOGY (FRT) IN INDIA  Facial Recognition Technology (FRT) has become a subject of significant concern globally due to its potential implications for privacy, security, and ethical considerations.

LEADER OF OPPOSITION AND SYMBOLIC USE OF ABHAY MUDRA  The Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha (LS) plays a crucial role in the Indian parliamentary system.  Recently, the

FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY ISSUES IN URBAN AREAS AND THE ROLE OF THE 16TH FINANCE COMMISSION  Urban areas in India are vital economic hubs, contributing significantly to the country's GDP and government

INDIA TAKES FIRST STEPS TO MEET 2070 NET-ZERO GOAL, NITI AAYOG FORMS PANELS  In recent developments, NITI Aayog has taken proactive steps towards India's commitment to achieving a net-zero economy

STAMPEDE  A stampede is a sudden and uncontrollable mass movement of people, usually triggered by fear, panic, or excitement.   It often results in injuries and fatalities due to crushing and