BJD-BJP Alliance: Wishful Thinking

Although the BJP has never been ballistic about the BJD and Narendra Modi has avoided being critical of Naveen Patnaik, the BJP is optimistic that the party can improve its electoral fortunes in......

'Despite Covid we don't care about health'

'The first duty of the government is to learn lessons from a bad experience and course correct. It's a pity that the government is making policy without looking at evidence and differentiating......

Why This 2-Time MP Won't Contest Polls

'If businessmen should be included in the political process -- which is essential in my opinion -- they need to have the freedom to express themselves and to take stands against the government of......

What Deals Will Be Signed On Macron's Visit?

Officials hint the visit could finally see a formal defence industrial road map being adopted by both nations. IMAGE: Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi meets French President Emmanuel Macron......

How will the markets fare in the Budget week?

Interim Budget, the US Federal policy decision and quarterly earnings will be the major drivers for stock markets which may also see some consolidation this week, say analysts. Illustration: Uttam......

Why is India's cotton dream turning sour?

A few days back, Atul Ganatra, presid­ent of the Cotton Association of India, presented a grim scenario of the crop’s prospects in the 2024-25 season that starts in October. Photograph:......

Interim Budget 2024-25: Funds to boost reach on fintech industry wishlist

Indian fintechs and associated entities are hoping that the Union Budget 2024 will provide a boost and empower firms to extend their reach beyond Tier-II regions, with an emphasis on supporting......

In non-cigarettes push, how ITC built more than 25 FMCG mother brands

A young couple sharing a laugh — in the living room over a Polish joke book, on the beach, in the rain — with the tagline, “Made for each other”, hung from billboards at......

Road to Paris: Play safe, play clean and play fair: Anurag Thakur

IMAGE: With the clock ticking down for the Paris Olympics, Sports Minister Anurag Thakur urged athletes to play clean and fair. Photograph: Samuel Rajkumar/Reuters In a bid to ensure that athletes......