With Canada border agency confirming that Sandeep Singh Sidhu, who is wanted by NIA for 'promoting terrorist activities' & the murder of comrade Balwinder Singh Sandhu, is a CBSA employee. In Episode 1540 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta at the assassination of Shaurya Chakra winner Comrade Balwinder Singh Sandhu, his family, and their stirring 1990-1991 story, when Punjab terrorism was at its peak and over 5000 civilians plus 452 cops were killed. Read Punjab militants create conditions of anarchy, hold the state to ransom here: https://www.indiatoday.in/magazine/cover-story/story/19910115-punjab-militants-create-conditions-of-anarchy-hold-the-state-to-ransom-813906-1991-01-15 Read police chief K.P.S. Gill turns the tide in Punjab with controversial and ruthless methods here: https://www.indiatoday.in/magazine/special-report/story/19930415-police-chief-k.p.s.-gill-turns-the-tide-in-punjab-with-controversial-and-ruthless-methods-810969-1993-04-15 Read Operation Bluestar has no champions today: K.P.S. Gill here: https://www.indiatoday.in/magazine/special-report/story/19930415-you-can-say-i-have-vested-interest-in-restoring-normalcy-in-punjab-k-p-s-gill-810952-1993-04-15 Read The New York Times' Sikh gunmen kill Hindu in Punjab: https://www.nytimes.com/1984/04/03/world/sikh-gunmen-kill-hindu-in-punjab.html Read Balwinder Singh Sandhu's Shaurya Chakra citation here: https://www.gallantryawards.gov.in/Awardee/balwinder-singh-sandhu Read the 15 January, 1991 issue of India Today magazine https://www.indiatoday.in/magazine/15-01-1991 Read Blander Singh Sandy’s shaurya Chakra citation here: https://www.gallantryawards.gov.in/awardee/3752

Beijing will adopt any policy that it deems to be useful for its targeted status of the future. Shifting goalposts is simply part of the plot.  

Justice V.R.K. Krupa Sagar of the Andhra Pradesh High Court took up the issue while hearing the bail pleas of former MP Suresh Babu & businessman Avuthu Srinivas Reddy in a 2021 case.  

What was discussed at Modi-Xi meeting?

In a complex geopolitical landscape marked by conflicts in the Middle East, Ukraine, diplomatic disputes involving Canada with weeks left until the US elections, India plays a crucial "swing state" role. In Ep 1539 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta along with Swasti Rao & Sana Hashmi, domain experts in Europe & China respectively, discuss India's multi-alignment strategy, relationship with China & the balancing act among Russia, China, and the West for its future standing. Read 'Is Five Eyes destabilising India’s rise as non-white power? Idea is as old as Cold War era' here: https://theprint.in/opinion/is-five-eyes-destabilising-indias-rise-as-non-white-power-idea-is-as-old-as-cold-war-era/2319528/ Read Chinese BRICS story is simple-minded—India is an obstacle, China is the leader here: https://theprint.in/opinion/brics-summit-india-obstacle-china-leader/2323833/

Pakistan, which is heavily invested in the CPEC, is strategically silent on Uyghur Muslims. This complicity risks undermining the OIC’s credibility as a champion of Muslim rights.  

NGO Arappor Iyakkam's complaint to Directorate of Vigilance alleges that 5 acres of govt land at St Thomas Mount were illegally registered under firm where minister's sons own 33% shares.----more----https://theprint.in/politics/dmk-minister-his-sons-illegally-grabbed-govt-land-worth-rs-400-cr-says-chennai-ngo-in-its-complaint/2324135/

On his 2-day visit to Russia for BRICS summit, Modi also met with Iran president to discuss Afghanistan's reconstruction. On day 2, he'll hold bilateral meet with Xi Jinping—1st in 5 yrs.----more----https://theprint.in/diplomacy/modi-pitches-for-peace-in-ukraine-discusses-india-russia-economic-ties-with-putin-at-bilateral-meet/2324415/

As Chandrababu Naidu and MK Stalin urge couples in AP and TN to have more children, @ShekharGupta breaks down India's declining fertility rates, the looming aging population crisis, and its political fallout. Watch Ep 1538 of #CutTheClutter ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  @arvindmenswear66  This Season, Embrace Royalty & Legacy with our New Season Launch of Luxury Primante Collection Fabrics. Discover our latest showcase featuring the esteemed People's Prince, Dr. Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar. Own your day, visit your nearest Arvind Store and craft your perfect look.  #TheArvindStore #OwnYourLegacy #OwnTheMoment https://tinyurl.com/3wa2zatn --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Read ‘The Age of Depopulation Surviving a World Gone Gray’ here: https://www.foreignaffairs.com/world/age-depopulation-surviving-world-gone-gray-nicholas-eberstadt Read West panic over baby bust isn’t for economists to fix. Leave it to the feminists here:https://theprint.in/opinion/west-panic-over-baby-bust-isnt-for-economists-to-fix-leave-it-to-the-feminists/2199011/

Kazan is closer to India than Moscow & St Petersburg. And for a hydrocarbon deficit economy like India, Kazan's oil resources and petrochemical industry can prove strategically significant.  

The 2 ambassadors had met the former prof, who passed away last week, in April. Saibaba was jailed for a decade over alleged links to Maoists & acquitted earlier this year.  

Leading the pack of political romantics is former Pakistan PM Sharif. Blaming Imran Khan for tanking relations with India, he has urged both sides to ‘sit and talk seriously’.  

Since taking over in August, the Muhammad Yunus-led interim govt has been plagued by controversies. Concerns about the conduct of elections & rewriting of history have been raised.  

Ahead of the BRICS Summit and a day after the 62nd anniversary of the India-China war, both countries have reached an agreement to resume patrolling along their disputed border, effectively ending a four-year military standoff since 2024. In Episode 1537 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta and Defence Editor Snehesh Alex Philip analyze the new protocols, and political implications of this disengagement ahead of the BRICS summit. They also explore how this situation differs from previous disengagements. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   @arvindmenswear66  This Season, Embrace Royalty & Legacy with our New Season Launch of Luxury Primante Collection Fabrics. Discover our latest showcase featuring the esteemed People's Prince, Dr. Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar. Own your day, visit your nearest Arvind Store and craft your perfect look. #TheArvindStore #OwnYourLegacy #OwnTheMoment https://tinyurl.com/3wa2zatn Read 'The Story of Hot Springs' by Akash Jindal here: https://bprd.nic.in/uploads/pdf/Spl.%20issue%20of%20IPJ.pdf Watch 'Indian Army & Chinese PLA disengage, what’s Gogra-Hot Springs, why heights, passes & valleys matter' here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9SiWDxqHhI Watcg 'Geo-strategic & military clutter around Depsang Plains & why Rajnath Singh avoids mentioning it' here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7AHE059fsd0

What's on agenda during PM Modi's Russia visit for BRICS Summit? 

Ahead of the BRICS Summit and a day after the 62nd anniversary of the India-China war, both countries have reached an agreement to resume patrolling along their disputed border, effectively ending a four-year military standoff since 2024. In Episode 1532 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta and Defence Editor Snehesh Alex Philip analyze the new protocols, and political implications of this disengagement ahead of the BRICS summit. They also explore how this situation differs from previous disengagements. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   @arvindmenswear66  This Season, Embrace Royalty & Legacy with our New Season Launch of Luxury Primante Collection Fabrics. Discover our latest showcase featuring the esteemed People's Prince, Dr. Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar. Own your day, visit your nearest Arvind Store and craft your perfect look. #TheArvindStore #OwnYourLegacy #OwnTheMoment https://tinyurl.com/3wa2zatn Read 'The Story of Hot Springs' by Akash Jindal here: https://bprd.nic.in/uploads/pdf/Spl.%20issue%20of%20IPJ.pdf Watch 'Indian Army & Chinese PLA disengage, what’s Gogra-Hot Springs, why heights, passes & valleys matter' here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9SiWDxqHhI Watcg 'Geo-strategic & military clutter around Depsang Plains & why Rajnath Singh avoids mentioning it' here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7AHE059fsd0

Deputy Editor Anjali Thomas and Senior Correspondent Tina Das compare notes on the rent situation in Delhi and Mumbai in this episode of ThePrint Mumbai-Delhi Express podcast.

In 1854, on the cusp of the Great Rebellion, an Islamic cleric and an Evangelical missionary went to war to decide which the one true God was. The Agra Debate would set off an incredible series of events, which led in direct succession to Zakir Naik setting up the Islamic Research Foundation.----more----Read full article here: https://theprint.in/opinion/zakir-naik-empire-of-hate-toxic-religious-identity-politics/2309571/

If Sikh separatists are a nuisance, it should worry their host countries. Should it bother India if they keep killing their own in gang rivalries and making their neighbourhoods unsafe? Watch this week's #NationalInterest with ThePrint Editor-in-Chief @ShekharGupta----more----Read this week's National Interest here: https://theprint.in/national-interest/sikh-separatists-their-gang-wars-in-canada-are-not-indias-problem-call-the-troops-back/2318626/----more----Watch Cut the Clutter full episode here: https://youtu.be/J2WYCN7_-xI----more----Read old National Interest here: https://theprint.in/national-interest/punjabs-sikhs-have-99-problems-but-khalistan-aint-one-theyre-very-proud-indians-but-angry/1774174/----more----https://theprint.in/national-interest/four-reasons-the-sikhs-are-hurting-and-its-not-about-the-k-word/1470455/

Israel assassinated 62-year-old Hamas Chief Yahya Sinwar on Thursday, marking a major development, a year into the conflict. In Ep 1536 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta looks at what happened, Sinwar's history & what this means for Israel-Hamas war going ahead, with weeks left until the US elections.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is rewriting the killing of pro-Khalistan preacher Hardeep Singh Nijjar as a morality play, where he defends high liberal principles against a barbarous tyranny.The real story, though, is more complex than either Canada of India admits, says Praveen Swami, Contributing Editor at ThePrint. 

While SGPC rejected resignation of Takht Damdama Sahib jathedar Giani Harpreet, row comes soon after Sukhbil Badal was declared a 'tankhaiya' by Akal Takht, highest temporal body of Sikhs.  

Andhra Pradesh cabinet approved the policies in one go at Amaravati this week. The proposed incentives will attract industries back to the state, says CM Chandrababu Naidu. 

If Jadgeep Dhankhar and Mohan Bhagwat are really worried about the way the population of India is growing, they should just ask the government this—where is the Census?

Watch Chief Foreign Affairs commentator, Financial Times, Gideon Rachman, in conversation with ThePrint's Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta on Israel-Iran escalation, US presidential elections, the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and what it means for Europe, India’s position in the global sphere, and more. ThePrint #OTC

India must leverage its state capacity to implement policies that support businesses while avoiding coercive actions that create chilling effects on companies and investments.  

Lawyers for Nikhil Gupta, accused of involvement in Pannun’s murder plot, will meet prosecutors Thursday to exchange evidence and discuss the possibility of a plea bargain.  

Lawyers for Nikhil Gupta, accused of involvement in Pannun’s murder plot, will meet prosecutors Thursday to exchange evidence and discuss the possibility of a plea bargain.  

Communications minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said Tuesday at India Mobile Congress that TRAI will decide cost of spectrum. Starlink & Amazon's Kuiper prefer administrative allocation.  

Born in 1993 in Fazilkar district of Punjab, Lawrence Bishnoi is now in a high-security and high-profile jail in Sabarmati. Bishnoi is suspected to have played a role in the recent killing of Maharashtra politician Baba Siddiqui and gangster Sukha Duneke in Canada. In episode 1535 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta, and Bismee Taskin trace Bishnoi's brushes with the law while discussing the overall nexus of gang violence that has transcended borders and reached Canada. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Watch Former Canadian federal minister Ujjal Dosanjh's interview with ThePrint https://youtu.be/Gq3u6-iIg9U?feature=shared Read Bismee Taskin's stories on Larence Bishnoi and his gang: https://theprint.in/india/inside-indias-gang-world-nexus-of-empires-politics-godfathers-power-of-master-negotiator-bishnoi/2313277/ https://theprint.in/india/accused-in-baba-siddique-killing-did-recces-for-over-a-month-lived-in-rented-house-in-kurla/2310093/ https://theprint.in/india/who-is-lawrence-bishnoi-farmers-son-who-threatened-salman-now-in-news-for-moose-wala-killing/982580/ https://theprint.in/ground-reports/punjabi-illegal-migration-to-us-relies-on-asylum-letters-and-one-mp-is-doling-them-out/1550639/

Those opposed to the Bill must understand that this is a matter about management of real estate. It's crucial to free waqf from the clutches of select people.  

The party has set targets for leaders to achieve by 15 October when the drive ends. Some leaders have hired private agencies to enlist new members. ----more---- https://theprint.in/politics/why-even-bjp-mps-mlas-are-struggling-to-meet-enrolment-targets-as-up-membership-drive-hits-roadblocks/2311177/

 'BJP’s Haryana win is good for Union, national parties must have stake in ‘giver’ states'

Like Mumbai gangs in 1990s, today's syndicates terrorise traders, real estate developers & Punjabi music industry. Bishnoi's empire, backed by allies within India and overseas, dominates.----more----https://theprint.in/india/inside-indias-gang-world-nexus-of-empires-politics-godfathers-power-of-master-negotiator-bishnoi/2313277/

WHAT'S AT STAKE FOR BJP & INDIA BLOC IN MAHARASHTRA & JHARKHAND ELECTIONS?

While Ottawa wanted the headlines and political dividends, Washington pushed for accountability, without emotional outrage. In Episode 1534 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta looks at the key takeaways of the 2 Sikh separatist issues: the contrast in their handling, Trudeau's indifference to India, & strategic ties with the US.

PM Modi tweets about RSS foundation day after a gap of 7 years and about Mohan Bhagwat’s speech after 10 years. What does it say about RSS-BJP’ relationship? ThePrint Political Editor DK Singh explains in this episode of #PoliticallyCorrect ----more----Read this week's Politically Correct here: https://theprint.in/opinion/haryana-celebrations-over-modi-shah-must-worry-about-side-effects-now/2310517/

India has withdrawn High Commissioner and other diplomats from Canada & rejected Trudeau’s allegations in the Nijjar case. Canada labelled them "persons of interest" in the Nijjar case. Watch abridged episode 1313 of #CutTheClutter, originally published on 22 Sept 2023, where Shekhar Gupta traces contours of India-Canada ties over the decades.

Delhi & Gujarat police seized 518 kg of cocaine in a raid on the company Sunday. A series of raids have been conducted in October based on intelligence inputs & probe over past 3 months.----more----https://theprint.in/india/gujarat-pharma-company-at-the-centre-of-rs-13000-cr-drug-bust-over-1200-kg-of-cocaine-seized-so-far/2310356/

After 27 years of its conceptualization, the Navi Mumbai International Airport is finally ready, with an IAF flight marking its inauguration on Friday. In episode 1532 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta reflects on the challenges that delayed its construction and the relief it will provide to Mumbai's overburdened airport.

Not recruiting from civilian and scientific talent pools risks a ‘failure of imagination’, hindering India’s ability to pre-empt previously unanticipated dangers.  

The ex-MP's presence at a gathering of party workers in Mumbai, her 1st in 5 yrs, has given Congress leadership hope that she is considering their request to contest from Bandra West. ----more---- https://theprint.in/politics/priya-dutts-emerging-from-her-political-hibernation-congress-wants-her-to-contest-maharashtra-polls/2307115/

The use of what is being called the 'most powerful non-nuclear weapon in the world' in Ukraine has landed Russia in the International Criminal Court.

https://theprint.in/politics/how-samsung-workerss-strike-has-sparked-divisions-within-dmk-led-alliance-in-tamil-nadu/2305628/

Ratan Tata was one of the first backers of ThePrint. He was one of the first ones to even bring up the idea to Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta. In this episode of ThePrint's 'First Person Second Draft,' Shekhar Gupta shares this and other anecdotes from his interaction with the industrialist.

Ratan Tata passed away at the age of 86 years. Ratan Tata was a symbol of how India thought business should be about honesty and ethical values. Author and Columnist Vir Sanghvi throws light on how Ratan Tata built an empire worth billions of dollars and how it ruled the hearts of Indians.

Ratan Tata’s political naiveté and his complete inability to engage in the ‘deal-fixing’ culture of Indian businesses made him a great ally during the PepsiCo battle of the 1980s.----more----https://theprint.in/opinion/ratan-tata-mettle-revealed-in-1980s-pepsico-battle-shook-up-fuddy-duddy-business-practices/2305837/

Reverse migration after pandemic, shift to private schools & low mid-day meal coverage are among the key reasons for decline in enrolment for classes 1 to 8 in govt schools, officials say.----more----https://theprint.in/india/education/centre-flags-dip-in-govt-school-enrolment-in-13-states-uts-in-2023-24-up-sees-highest-drop-at-28-lakh/2305744/

'In an affidavit to the Supreme Court, which is reviewing petitions challenging the constitutionality of the marital rape exception under Section 375 of the Indian Penal Code, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs has argued that marital rape should not be criminalised. The affidavit asserted that labelling marital rape a criminal offence was “excessively harsh” and could destabilise the institution of marriage. The NDA is neither the first nor will it be the last government to fail Indian women,' says Karanjeet Kaur in her column.----more----Read full article here: https://theprint.in/opinion/indian-women-fundamental-rights-wedding-marital-rape/2301255/

Beijing is responsible for regional instability in Pakistan. Its sheer ignorance of Balochistan’s demands has contributed to long-term implications.  

Controversy began after Jai Shankar Singh is said to have inspected girls' hostel on 22 September without notice. Female warden was present during visit, says law university's V-C.  

Loyalty, not merit, as promotion criterion, insecurities, wrong judgement? There are questions galore about why Modi-Shah failed to develop mass leaders for BJP in states as Vajpayee-Advani did, ThePrint Political Editor DK Singh explains in this episode of Politically Correct.----more----Read 2019 Politically Correct here: https://theprint.in/opinion/unlike-vajpayee-advani-gen-next-bjp-leaders-groomed-by-modi-shah-dont-look-promising/203794/----more----Read this week's Politically Correct here: https://theprint.in/opinion/politically-correct/why-modi-shah-have-failed-to-develop-mass-leaders-in-states-the-way-vajpayee-advani-did/2300529/

Of 32 states & UTs with Real Estate Regulatory Authorities, at least 25 are headed by retd civil servants. SC remarked last month that RERAs are 'rehabilitation centre' for ex-officers.----more----https://theprint.in/india/governance/with-lucrative-sinecures-for-ex-ias-irs-others-reras-serve-as-rehab-centres-for-retd-civil-servants/2299542/

Op Indra Tular actually began around 15 Sept, when Dantewada police got inputs about 2 top Maoist commanders hiding in Abujhmad forest. A quick, meticulously planned onslaught followed.----more----https://theprint.in/india/a-solid-tip-off-a-25-km-trek-on-a-dark-night-how-maoist-hideout-in-heart-of-abujhmad-was-breached/2299977/

BJP's 2024 Haryana campaign is different. Modi isn’t the lead picture on hoardings and after two terms in power, BJP is relying once again on its mainstay: upper castes & Punjabis. Watch ThePrint Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta share his experience of travelling around poll-bound Haryana. #WritingsOnTheWall --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To read the article click here: https://theprint.in/opinion/writings-on-the-wall/writings-on-the-haryana-wall-still-had-modi-first-just-the-first-among-equals/2298331/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To read series of Writings on the wall: https://theprint.in/category/sg-writings-on-the-wall/ Exclusive content, special privileges & more – Subscribe to ThePrint for Special benefits: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

WHY IS S. JAISHANKAR VISITING PAKISTAN THIS MONTH?

Reports have surfaced of BJP workers using aggressive & deceptive tactics to get people to join the party. BJP says some isolated incidents shouldn't taint the entire membership drive.  

The India Islamic Cultural Centre found it appropriate to honour a leader of Hezbollah—which is officially designated as a terrorist organisation even by several Arab countries.  

The entire electromagnetic spectrum, including radio frequencies and the internet, poses potential security risks for India’s defence, scientific, and economic systems.

Iran launched over 180 missiles at Israel Tuesday after months of setbacks in West Asia. However, with Hezbollah weakened, Israeli PM Netanyahu may now have leeway for larger retaliation.  

       

Israel exists in a perpetual state of conflict with its neighbours. American largesse and larger Western guilt enable Israel to commit acts of violence that would be diplomatically unacceptable elsewhere.  

This comes at a time when there’s a power tussle underway involving Maharashtra CM and his deputies Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar. Credit war is also playing out among 3 allies.  

How will Prashant Kishor’s new party impact Bihar politics?

‘Is an economic, political and cultural collapse of societies owing to falling fertility rates imminent and inevitable? Does Elon Musk have a point? The worry that the alarmists put forward is: the absence of an expanding population, let alone a collapsing one, will negatively impact GDP growth. This is an argument that betrays the class of those making it. GDP growth that is powered by population growth is not actual growth. What we want is rising levels of prosperity for all people. The elite cornering a greater percentage of GDP generated by more poor people consuming more stuff is not growth in real terms.----more----Read the column here: https://theprint.in/opinion/falling-fertility-rates-wont-stop-economic-growth-see-tamil-nadu/2290044/

HOW WILL PAROLE TO RAM RAHIM AFFECT HARYANA POLLS?

In a recent piece for Foreign Policy magazine, Secretary of State Antony Blinken calls China America's 'most consequential long-term strategic competitor,' while also addressing the 'revisionist' actions of Russia, Iran, and North Korea. In episode 1528 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta unpacks Blinken's statements, US foreign policy and explores their implications for global order. To read Foreign Affairs Article by Antony Blinken: https://www.foreignaffairs.com/united-states/antony-blinken-americas-strategy-renewal-leadership-new-world --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Exclusive content, special privileges & more – Subscribe to ThePrint for Special benefits: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  @arvindmenswear66  This Season, Embrace Royalty & Legacy with our New Season Launch of Luxury Primante Collection Fabrics. Discover our latest showcase featuring the esteemed People's Prince, Dr. Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar. Own your day, visit your nearest Arvind Store and craft your perfect look. #TheArvindStore #OwnYourLegacy #OwnTheMoment https://tinyurl.com/3wa2zatn -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Exclusive content, special privileges & more – Subscribe to ThePrint for Special benefits: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with ThePrint » Subscribe to ThePrint: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ » Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3nCMpht » Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theprintindia » Tweet us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theprintindia » Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprintindia » Find us on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/theprint » Subscribe to ThePrint on Telegram: https://t.me/ThePrintIndia » Find us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2NMVlnB » Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3pEOta8

What did SC say on Tirupati Laddu row?

From BLU-109 bombs to JDAM guidance kits and intel, including Unit 8200, Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta looks at what weapons were used & how these were used in Israel's operation to kill top operatives of Hezbollah and Hamas in Episode 1527 of #CutTheClutter. To read Amir Tibon article: https://www.haaretz.com/israel-news/haaretz-today/2024-09-29/ty-article/.highlight/hezbollah-hamas-paradox-the-war-israel-prepared-for-and-the-one-it-didnt-see-coming/00000192-3ed4-dc3e-afd3-ffd407b40000 To read Dahlia Scheindlinn article: https://www.haaretz.com/israel-news/2024-09-25/ty-article/.premium/what-netanyahu-gains-from-a-war-against-hezbollah-and-what-israel-will-lose/00000192-29fe-d67f-a1ff-2dfe8af10000 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  @arvindmenswear66  This Season, Embrace Royalty & Legacy with our New Season Launch of Luxury Primante Collection Fabrics. Discover our latest showcase featuring the esteemed People's Prince, Dr. Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar. Own your day, visit your nearest Arvind Store and craft your perfect look. #TheArvindStore #OwnYourLegacy #OwnTheMoment https://tinyurl.com/3wa2zatn Exclusive content, special privileges & more – Subscribe to ThePrint for Special benefits: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with ThePrint » Subscribe to ThePrint: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ » Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3nCMpht » Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theprintindia » Tweet us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theprintindia » Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprintindia » Find us on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/theprint » Subscribe to ThePrint on Telegram: https://t.me/ThePrintIndia » Find us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2NMVlnB » Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3pEOta8

Despite its significant contributions to social innovation and development, India’s representation in global social impact fora remains disproportionately modest, compared to peers.

How come Indonesia, Malaysia, Turkey and Sri Lanka remain constitutional, democratic and stable despite Islam and Buddhism respectively, but Pakistan, Bangladesh and Myanmar don’t? It isn’t a mere faith that threatens democracy in a country, any faith. It is the combination of faith and military. Watch this week's National Interest with ThePrint Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta.----more----Read Dhaka Tribune's report here: https://www.dhakatribune.com/bangladesh/dhaka/358179/jinnah%E2%80%99s-death-anniversary-observed-at-national----more----Read this week's National Interest here" https://theprint.in/national-interest/islam-doesnt-kill-democracy-the-army-islam-combo-does/2287710/

A joint statement under the IBSA grouping was issued by foreign ministers of the 3 countries, who met on the sidelines of the 79th session of UN General Assembly in New York.----more----https://theprint.in/diplomacy/india-brazil-south-africa-call-for-action-against-let-jem-and-their-proxies/2286318/

Out-of-pocket expenditure is key indicator of level of financial protection available towards healthcare payments. National Health Accounts is in its 9th edition.----more----https://theprint.in/india/up-kerala-have-highest-out-of-pocket-health-costs-inpatient-care-lions-share-of-national-spend/2285844/

Many private medical colleges, run by politicians, would invariably wish for the NEET exam to be abolished and for a return to the old system where they could earn huge amounts of money.  

High value of 350-acre Ford plant property drove TN to encourage Ford to return over nearly a yr of negotiations. It's expected to reinforce state's resurgence as global manufacturing hub.  

Manufacturing has grown in the last 10 years of Make in India, but the scheme hasn’t managed to push the sector faster than others. Employment generation too hasn’t improved. Watch Deputy Editor TCA Sharad Raghavan decode the key metrics.

US's FluMist can now be administered by a healthcare provider or by recipient or caregiver aged 18 or above. India's Nasovac S4 faces hurdles like cost, availability & low acceptance.  

Whether it is blasting pagers in a Hollywood-style spy thriller or carrying out surgical airstrikes over Beirut, the war against Hezbollah won't make Israelis return to their homes.  

Unlike Gujjar-Bakarwals, who are primarily Muslims, Paharis are made up mostly of upper caste Hindus. In granting ST status, BJP alienated a large section of pastoral community.

A country like India, with fissiparous elements in different regions, must have a strong federal government. And a strong federal government must have a uniform police structure.  

In 2023, 94 non-Brahmins, three of them women, completed priesthood course at archakar training schools. But with process held up by SC case, none have got practical training or jobs.  

Soon after being elected president, Dissanayake said Sri Lanka didn’t have any geopolitical concerns, and he was committed to whatever was in Sri Lanka’s best interests. ----more---- https://theprint.in/india/pro-china-but-getting-closer-to-india-what-dissanayakes-victory-in-sri-lanka-means-for-delhi/2280287/

https://theprint.in/economy/why-merged-air-india-vistara-entity-will-likely-fall-short-of-challenging-behemoth-indigo/2277820/

https://theprint.in/opinion/quad-must-fix-southeast-asia-gap-engage-regional-mechanisms/2279476/

What are the takeaways from Quad Summit in US?  

Sri Lankan transition was smoothly managed. Check Bangladesh for contrast. If you don’t have patience for its din and chaos, you do not deserve democracy. Watch this week's #NationalInterest with ThePrint Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta----more----Read this week's National Interest here: https://theprint.in/national-interest/lessons-in-democratic-patiencelesson-from-sri-lanka-bangladesh-pakistan-if-you-have-no-patience-you-dont-deserve-democracy/2277050/----more----Watch Sri Lanka's President Ranil Wickremesinghe here: https://youtu.be/7O3msqsQuV0----more----and read full article here: https://theprint.in/world/i-look-after-sri-lankas-interests-that-includes-ensuring-no-harm-to-indias-security-wickremesinghe-to-theprint/2275377/----more----Read 2011 National Interest here: https://theprint.in/sg-national-interest/message-from-the-maidan/544103/

Arvind Kejriwal can't fool people with his sacrifice drama. By nominating Atishi as Delhi CM, he has shown his writ runs within AAP.  

Report by Financial Action Task Force highlights long-pending trials & shows India hasn't adapted to updated practices to prevent misuse of non-profit organisations in terrorist financing.  

Over the past weekend, Pakistan saw dramatic developments with the coalition government backed by the army trying to reshape the judiciary via constitutional amendments yet fell short of required numbers in the Parliament. In Episode 1522 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta unpacks the controversy around the new bill, why it subverts the judiciary & the rise of the Pakistani awaam, post Imran Khan. To watch Cut The Clutter on Pakistan Election: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Pk6pJuAHEI To watch Cut the Clutter on Israel's proposed judicial changes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzbKkFFTVcE ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  @arvindmenswear66  This Season, Embrace Royalty & Legacy with our New Season Launch of Luxury Primante Collection Fabrics. Discover our latest showcase featuring the esteemed People's Prince, Dr. Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar. Own your day, visit your nearest Arvind Store and craft your perfect look. #TheArvindStore #OwnYourLegacy #OwnTheMoment https://tinyurl.com/3wa2zatn --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Exclusive content, special privileges & more – Subscribe to ThePrint for Special benefits: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with ThePrint » Subscribe to ThePrint: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ » Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3nCMpht » Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theprintindia » Tweet us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theprintindia » Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprintindia » Find us on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/theprint » Subscribe to ThePrint on Telegram: https://t.me/ThePrintIndia » Find us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2NMVlnB » Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3pEOta8 Exclusive content, special privileges & more – Subscribe to ThePrint for Special benefits: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with ThePrint » Subscribe to ThePrint: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ » Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3nCMpht » Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theprintindia » Tweet us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theprintindia » Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprintindia » Find us on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/theprint » Subscribe to ThePrint on Telegram: https://t.me/ThePrintIndia » Find us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2NMVlnB » Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3pEOta8

A new paper from the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister reveals a growing economic disparity among Indian states. Southern states like Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana alongside Gujarat and Maharashtra in West are driving post-liberalisation growth, while once-dominant states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal face stagnation. The report, authored by Sanjeev Sanyal and Aakanksha Arora, points to agriculture and identity politics as major hurdles to growth. Dive into the regional trends shaping India’s economic future. Watch episode 1521 of #CutTheClutter ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To read TCA Sharad Raghavan's article: https://theprint.in/economy/indias-growth-engines-have-moved-from-north-to-south-with-states-like-karnataka-ap-in-drivers-seat/2273041/ To read PM-EAC working paper: https://eacpm.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/State-GDP-Working-Paper_Final.pdf ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------  @arvindmenswear66  This Season, Embrace Royalty & Legacy with our New Season Launch of Luxury Primante Collection Fabrics. Discover our latest showcase featuring the esteemed People's Prince, Dr. Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar. Own your day, visit your nearest Arvind Store and craft your perfect look. #TheArvindStore #OwnYourLegacy #OwnTheMoment https://tinyurl.com/3wa2zatn --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Exclusive content, special privileges & more – Subscribe to ThePrint for Special benefits: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with ThePrint » Subscribe to ThePrint: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ » Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3nCMpht » Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theprintindia » Tweet us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theprintindia » Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprintindia » Find us on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/theprint » Subscribe to ThePrint on Telegram: https://t.me/ThePrintIndia » Find us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2NMVlnB » Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3pEOta8

'Recent exchanges between Indian and Chinese officials have sparked a perceptible shift in the Chinese strategic community and media discourse regarding India-China relations', says Sana Hashmi. She adds, 'The fixation on India's External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar in Chinese discourse as the primary obstacle to improved relations reveals a fundamental misunderstanding of India. By personalising the issue and blaming India entirely for the differences, the core problem is overlooked: the unresolved border dispute and China’s reluctance to address it.' ----more----Read full article here: https://theprint.in/opinion/eye-on-china/china-can-resolve-border-dispute-india-has-done-with-12-countries/2271772/

In his latest weekly column, former IAS officer Sanjeev Chopra explains how VVIP culture isn't the same everyweher in India. Pointing out that VVIPs (of equal status) prefer to go about their work quietly in Noida, Greater Noida, but insist on VVIP privileges in Prayagraj, Sanjeev Chopra says,'It is the civic awareness, rather than any govt notification, that will be the key to creating a more egalitarian (urban) public space.'----more----Read full article here: https://theprint.in/opinion/prayagraj-v-noida-vvip-culture-isnt-the-same-everywhere/2260152/

A day after 3000 Hezbollah pagers detonated across Lebanon, hand-held radios detonated near the funeral venues as solar panel blasts also surfaced. In episode 1520 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta on why and how Israel did this & what to expect next. To watch CTC on Hezbollah-Iran conflict: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nmv9PGv3rho https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4WIgBTx8KY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JB9z2RpqGP4 To read Al-monitor article: https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2024/09/exclusive-hezbollah-suspicions-forced-israel-expedite-lebanon-pager-attack To read Washington Post article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/09/17/pager-attack-israel-hezbollah-lebanon/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Exclusive content, special privileges & more – Subscribe to ThePrint for Special benefits: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with ThePrint » Subscribe to ThePrint: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ » Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3nCMpht » Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theprintindia » Tweet us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theprintindia » Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprintindia » Find us on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/theprint » Subscribe to ThePrint on Telegram: https://t.me/ThePrintIndia » Find us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2NMVlnB » Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3pEOta8

The last India-Africa Forum Summit took place in New Delhi way back in 2015, and significant shifts in global geopolitics and geoeconomics have occurred since then.  

Unlike the Mahatma, Tamil Nadu's textiles minister R Gandhi has courted his fair share of political controversies & graft allegations like misappropriation of about Rs 60 crore.  

Congress-NC majority, BJP-led coalition or status quo under L-G Manoj Sinha's rule- three scenarios on J&K poll results day and what each offers to Kashmiris, ThePrint Political Editor DK Singh explains in this episode of #PoliticallyCorrect.----more----Read this week's Politically Correct here: https://theprint.in/opinion/politically-correct/why-pm-modi-amit-shah-should-in-national-interest-defer-plans-for-a-bjp-cm-in-srinagar/2269505/

Findings published Tuesday also said that over 39 crore deaths caused directly or indirectly by antibiotic-resistant infections are estimated to occur worldwide by 2050.  

India and Iran, of late, have had a cordial relationship, signing a long-term contract for the strategically located Chabahar port in May this year.  

Facts cannot become subjects of debate. So when the census is not conducted, and an eminent statistician who was calling for it gets fired quietly, it’s time to worry.  

Since 2019, govt has pumped Rs 3.22 lakh crore into MTNL & BSNL. Both remain in losses. MTNL has begun to default on loans & bond payments, possibly the first large PSU to become NPA.  

Space cooperation is key to India's diplomatic outreach. From aiding satellite launches to competition with China and national security projects, India's space sector has it all.  

Listen to this episode of the ThePrint's Mumbai-Delhi Express where Deputy Editor Anjali Thoma and Senior Correspondent Tina Das discuss and dissect which city has the better fashion game  

Manipur represents BJP’s unique ideological approach to governing the Northeast by playing identity politics jiu-jitsu. It hasn’t gone well yet, and is getting worse, but the party insists on continuing. Watch this week's #NationalInterest with ThePrint Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Exclusive content, special privileges & more – Subscribe to ThePrint for Special benefits: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with ThePrint » Subscribe to ThePrint: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ » Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3nCMpht » Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theprintindia » Tweet us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theprintindia » Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprintindia » Find us on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/theprint » Subscribe to ThePrint on Telegram: https://t.me/ThePrintIndia » Find us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2NMVlnB » Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3pEOta8

https://theprint.in/politics/bail-for-haryanas-son-kejriwal-fires-up-aap-ahead-of-polls-congress-dismisses-threat/2266311/

National Security Adviser Ajit Doval met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in St. Petersburg on 12 September, focusing urgently on military disengagement on the Line of Actual Control (LAC). In Episode 1519 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta looks at what the shift in diplomatic relations between India and China signal for both the countries and why it is important

The debate over the new Waqf Bill has become mired in political maneuvering, with controversial tele-evangelist Zakir Naik's provocative statements and criticisms amplifying controversies, revealing the broader struggle within South Asia over understanding Islam amidst competing narratives and political interests. In Episode 1518 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta looks at the political debates around the Bill and the history of Naik's brand of Islam.

It did appear as if Trump was missing his favourite foe, US President Joe Biden. So much so that Harris had to say 'Clearly, I am not Biden'. He would have been easier to tackle.  

BJP has put a six-member panel led by H Raja, who comes from a background vastly different from Annamalai’s. He is waging an ideological battle against government in Tamil Nadu.  

'We can manage the work by ourselves,' says manager Arunima Bhaduri, who herself has been diagnosed with dyspraxia & works alongside several other neurodivergent persons at Sagar Express.  

At the same time, some states including Maharashtra, UP, Rajasthan, see high enrollments. Regional language courses were introduced in 2021 as part of National Education Policy (NEP).

Following the NEP 2020, institutes across the country introduced engineering and tech courses in regional languages. However, failing to enrol even a single student last year, some institutes have decided to discontinue these programs raising questions on the relevance of such courses. In episode 1517 of Cut the Clutter Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta and Assistant Editor Fareeha Iftikhar examine enrolment numbers and answer key questions for the way ahead.

With plans to be integrated with most other indigenously designed aircraft, it makes sense for India to push for integrating the Uttam AESA radars with Rafale-Ms.----more----Read full article here: https://theprint.in/opinion/defence-ministry-on-its-way-to-finalising-rafale-m-deal-it-is-both-good-bad-news/2255712/

No 'rash' policy commitments, no mistaking 'friendship' with INDIA bloc partners and a reality check of 2024 poll verdict, how Rahul Gandhi has his work cut out, ThePrint Political Editor DK Singh analyses in this episode of #PoliticallyCorrect ----more---- https://theprint.in/opinion/what-rahul-gandhi-can-learn-from-tory-leaders-tips-for-rishi-sunaks-successor/2258708/

https://theprint.in/judiciary/how-a-missing-dead-body-challan-caused-a-stir-at-rg-kar-rape-murder-hearing-in-supreme-court/2259379/

In an unprecedented conversation, the heads of the two most prominent spy agencies came together to discuss intelligence challenges facing the world. In Episode 1516 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta discusses key takeaways, emergence of intelligence diplomacy, and spy gadgets.

Lawyer Shreyansh Mardia has been asked by Rajasthan High Court to bear all expenses until the delivery of a 16-year-old rape survivor. Anyone in my place would have done this, he says.  

Operation Bhediya: Forest officers & experts point to negligency by dept officials & local authorities in UP's Bahraich, which has been struck by a series of wolf attacks since March.  

It is no secret that China has over the past decade mounted an all-out effort to encircle India in the Indian Ocean region by securing access to foreign ports for dual use. ----more----   https://theprint.in/opinion/india-needs-to-build-dual-use-ports-on-war-footing-its-critical-for-trade-and-security-interests/2258031/

TMC MP Jawhar Sircar quits politics, terms Mamata’s handling of ‘spontaneous’ RG Kar stir ‘faulty’

‘The cow vigilantes in Faridabad, who now express regret over killing a Brahmin reveal a troubling double standard—sorrow seems to hinge on the victim’s identity. Their statements make it sound as though the loss would have been more acceptable if the victim had been a Muslim. This perverse reasoning reveals a great deal about the mentality that is at work, which values some lives more than others. This murder is a chilling reminder that violence, once justified in the name of a cause, can easily spread its net to ensnare anyone in its path,’ says Amana Begam Ansari in her column.----more----https://theprint.in/opinion/cow-vigilante-blasphemy-murders-are-two-sides-of-the-same-coin-we-need-policing-reform-now/2254837/

In new findings, scientists from Cornell University have discovered that the salience network of the brain almost doubles to indicate depression risk. In ThePrint #̦PureScience, Sandhya Ramesh explains the findings and implications.

Beware of bad boys on dating apps. Emotional vampires who blame everything on trauma

Is Mumbai better than Delhi when it comes to women's safety? Here's what numbers and facts say Deputy Editor Anjali Thomas & Senior Correspondent Tina Das discuss what makes our women's safety a persistent issue in the country, in this issue of ThePrint's Mumbai-Delhi Express.

https://theprint.in/health/why-apex-ophthalmologists-body-wants-to-review-new-eye-drops-designed-to-replace-reading-glasses/2256088/

Out of roughly 350 Afghan Sikhs who had fled their war-torn country, 230 are believed to have successfully shifted to Canada. About 120 in India continue to await their visas.----more----https://theprint.in/india/two-thirds-of-afghan-sikhs-who-fled-to-india-after-2021-taliban-takeover-have-resettled-in-canada/2254088/

If caste system is outdated and needs to go, so should caste census, especially when the Congress wants to equate privileges with numbers.  

A new Nature Journal study shows the Swachh Bharat Mission by Modi government helped avert 60,000-70,000 infant deaths annually between 2011 and 2020, improved sanitation, reduced open defecation, and played a key role in reducing child mortality. In episode 1514 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta presents report card of the mission and how it proved to be a 'masterstroke'.

The Tamil film star is set to declare his party’s ideology & vision to the public at a conference later this month, likely to be guided by Ambedkar, Periyar & Kamarajar’s works.  

Wilderness first aid is considered a vital life skill in countries like Germany, Denmark, and Brazil, where WFA knowledge is a prerequisite for obtaining a driving license.  

Nair is fourth person to be granted bail in the case after Delhi's former deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia, BRS leader K Kavitha & AAP Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh.  

PM Modi has a straight message for his aspiring successors and the RSS-- Modi of 2024 is not Advani of 2013, ThePrint Political Editor DK Singh elaborates in this episode of #PoliticallyCorrect

Netflix's content chief has been summoned by the Indian government over allegations of distorted and problematic treatment of the IC 814 hijack in its new six-part docu-series. In episode 1513 of Cut the Clutter Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta takes you through the events following the 25 December incident, events that preceded and followed, the role of Pakistan's ISI, all in the cold, clinical light of documented facts

Rainfall map of India from 1 June to 29 August is largely blue & green—a sign of either excess or normal rainfall. ThePrint looks at rainfall data and analyses the overall impact.  

Identification and nurturing future leaders is a regular organisational exercise in BJP. It aligns with Modi's goal of bringing one lakh youth with no political associations into politics.  

Inclisiran was developed by Novartis & launched in India in January this year under brand name Leqvio. Cardiologist vouch for benefits, say it has been a useful addition to therapies.  

Bangladesh has dumped Sheikh Hasina. Are we dumping Bangladesh in turn? We can’t choose our neighbours. But you know what, we can choose to be the kind of neighbour we want to be. Watch this week's National Interest with ThePrint Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta----more----Ask Me Anything here : [email protected] this week's National Interest here: https://theprint.in/national-interest/pm-modi-wants-us-to-protect-hindus-in-bangladesh-hasinas-debacle-must-not-be-indias/2246353/----more----Watch kidnapped Lieutenant Colonel Khalid Pakistan video here: https://x.com/PakistaniIndex/status/1829125990187942340

The fact that he was a difficult person and quick to take offence was something I had known over the years from senior lawyers like Soli Sorabjee and Ashok Desai.  

Touted to be India’s largest container port, it will be built in Maharashtra’s Palghar district. Shelved in 1990s, plan was revived in 2015 under Modi govt's Sagarmala Programme.

BJP blames the apathy of govt officials towards party MLAs & workers for Lok Sabha setback. Party MLAs in UP seem to have taken it upon themselves to discipline ‘corrupt’ govt officials. ----more---- https://theprint.in/politics/why-bjp-mlas-in-up-are-admonishing-erring-govt-officials-even-threatening-to-break-their-limbs/2241980/

As Indian Army goes in for more SIG Sauer rifles from US, SSS Defence CEO spells out his plans

MVA has already announced to hold a protest against Mahayuti government on 1 September. BJP had first won Lok Sabha elections followed by MLC polls in Sena's stronghold Konkan.----more----https://theprint.in/politics/in-shivaji-statue-collapse-uddhav-sena-sees-window-to-reclaim-konkan-mva-steps-up-attack-on-mahayuti/2242647/

Yes, the BJP will raise an outcry over rape in Opposition-ruled states, as will the Opposition over rape in a BJP-ruled state. But a scenario where that doesn’t happen is much worse.  

Study by researchers from UK, India & Qatar was published this month, suggests unapproved fixed-dose combination drugs should be withdrawn and no longer manufactured.  

Many on Weibo are speculating that Sullivan’s trip may be more about pursuing US interests than improving US-China relations. Watch Sana Hashmi, fellow at Taiwan-Asia Exchange Foundation analysis on how Sullivan’s Beijing trip may be more about pursuing US interests than improving US-China relations.----more----https://theprint.in/opinion/eye-on-china/will-jake-sullivans-beijing-trip-fix-china-us-ties-its-a-substitute-for-bidens-absence/2241645/

 Coordinated attacks by militants across Balochistan province between 25 and 27 August, have killed at least 35 civilians, 14 security personnel and 21 militants. In episode 1510 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta delves into details of the recent uprising, the reasons behind it and how Balochistan has been a troubled space due to insurgency for the country. 

There is, as yet, no clarity on how the new scheme is going to be operationalised, and what happens to the existing National Pension System architecture.----more----https://theprint.in/opinion/centres-new-unified-pension-scheme-walks-back-on-important-reforms-its-disappointing/2240617/

India’s stance on the Ukraine war has brought it closer to Russia. India has also managed to strengthen relations with the US and its allies, a feat that reflects India’s growing global clout.  

ThePrintAM: What led to a political row in BJP's Jammu office?

Our coaches exhibit a sheer lack of intent to keep abreast with the latest demands because they are not chosen based on their modern understanding of the game.----more----https://theprint.in/opinion/indian-coaches-are-ill-equipped-for-modern-sports-thats-why-we-didnt-shine-at-olympics/2238525/

53 years on, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and his Awami League remains the star of the Bangladesh freedom struggle of 1971. However, there were others who played an equally critical role. In Episode 1508 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta looks at the Bangladesh question, the heroic generals who fought for freedom, the role of India and why the legacy of the country's freedom struggle goes beyond Mujib. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Exclusive content, special privileges & more – Subscribe to ThePrint for Special benefits: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with ThePrint » Subscribe to ThePrint: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ » Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3nCMpht » Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theprintindia » Tweet us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theprintindia » Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprintindia » Find us on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/theprint » Subscribe to ThePrint on Telegram: https://t.me/ThePrintIndia » Find us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2NMVlnB » Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3pEOta8

India's defence exports have seen a 31-fold rise in 10 years, which looks to be in line with PM Modi's $5 billion target by 2025. In Episode 1507 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta discusses the joint ventures and private players manufacturing artillery & combat vehicle parts in India, the top-3 buyer countries, and the future of India's defence manufacturing. Walk The Talk Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDLR_qo448M Read: https://theprint.in/defence/yes-indias-defence-exports-are-booming-but-guess-whos-the-biggest-importer/2231765/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Exclusive content, special privileges & more – Subscribe to ThePrint for Special benefits: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with ThePrint » Subscribe to ThePrint: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ » Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3nCMpht » Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theprintindia » Tweet us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theprintindia » Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprintindia » Find us on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/theprint » Subscribe to ThePrint on Telegram: https://t.me/ThePrintIndia » Find us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2NMVlnB » Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3pEOta8

PTR was ‘demoted’ from TN finance ministry to IT & digital services in May 2023 after allegedly making claims against CM’s family. He has since kept low profile & worked to earn goodwill.  

Irrespective of whether Democrats or Republicans take White House & House in November, India is looking at an unprecedented opportunity to cement bilateral ties with US.   To Read article: https://theprint.in/opinion/this-is-indias-window-to-cement-stronger-ties-with-us-it-must-ignore-irritations-from-american-left/2233088/    

Since the 2012 Delhi rape-murder, politicians have been promising fast, effective action against perpetrators. But, lacking proper training and equipped with overstretched forensic resources, investigators often take shortcuts. That’s led to a disturbing rise in cases where there are doubts if it is the perpetrators who are in jail.  

Modi’s lateral entry U-turn shows he’s not a rigid politician. He listens to opposing views

https://theprint.in/india/amid-furore-over-lack-of-reservation-modi-govt-makes-u-turn-on-lateral-entry-asks-upsc-to-cancel-ad/2230348/

As the central government calls to roll back the advertisement by the UPSC for lateral entry recruitment for mid-level positions in the bureaucracy, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta discusses the rationality and history behind the scheme, the impact of caste and coalition politics & why it is creating controversy now despite being in practice for decades in episode 1506 of Cut The Clutter.

Over the past 3 weeks, Maharashtra CM has held meetings with the MNS chief, 3 Shiv Sena MLAs and a BJP MLA, among others to address constituency-level concerns.----more----https://theprint.in/politics/from-water-to-roads-shinde-is-hearing-his-mlas-out-especially-those-with-a-rebellious-streak/2229977/

Real estate experts welcome Centre's push for rental housing, but say it is not financially viable for private companies to construct and operate; needs greater government involvement.----more----https://theprint.in/india/centre-to-step-up-rental-housing-push-for-urban-poor-bigger-grants-for-pvt-players-govt-agencies/2229449/

How Mamata Banerjee is losing the plot in Kolkata rape-and-murder case

Why did Congress MLA Zeeshan Siddique attend Ajid Pawar's yarta? 

In rap to Maharashtra govt for dragging its feet in legal battle, SC has said it must increase compensation for 24-acre plot or its 'Ladli Behna, Ladli Bahu schemes' would be stopped.----more----https://theprint.in/judiciary/bahirats-vs-maharashtra-govt-how-a-pune-family-fought-60-yrs-for-land-illegally-taken-over-by-state/2228525/

Government as an anchor customer provides a stable source of demand for space-based services, reducing uncertainties in the market. It can boost investor confidence in the Indian space sector, attracting investments from home and abroad.----more----https://theprint.in/opinion/govts-rs-1000-cr-fund-for-space-sector-has-drawbacks-it-should-bet-on-outcomes-not-ideas/2222314/

Under PMAY 2.0, which subsumed slum redevelopment in other verticals, Centre targets construction of 3 crore new houses — 2 crore in rural areas & 1 crore in cities — over next 5 yrs.----more----https://theprint.in/india/in-situ-slum-redevelopment-scrapped-urban-poor-can-build-homes-on-land-given-by-states-under-pmay-u-2-0/2228365/

Delhi vs Mumbai is the oldest fight in India. In this week’s episode, Anjali Thomas and Tina Das argue over which city can survive the monsoon better. The romance of the rainy season is about roasted corn on the cob, chai and cheese toast. And while Mumbai’s storms are known to bring the city to a standstill, Delhi’s infrastructure is failing citizens as well. 

With Haryana & J&K going to the polls in the coming months along with Maharashtra and Jharkhand, in Episode 1506 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta and political editor DK Singh look at the stakes, challenges and the politics behind conducting split polls in a new coalition term.

A study published in journal PNAS indicates that 3 bn yrs ago, much of the water on Mars percolated through soil & got stored in the crust, but this water remains largely inaccessible.----more----https://theprint.in/science/mars-may-have-oceans-worth-of-water-underground-but-this-doesnt-mean-its-ready-to-be-colonised/2225623/

Bangladesh, a major export market for India, is already grappling with inflation & unemployment. The unrest can worsen the situation, impacting import demand.  

Ministry of Finance informed Parliament govt implemented demonetisation to reduce incidence of fake notes. But counterfeiting of high value currency has risen sharply, fresh data shows.  

The current outbreak has been raging since early this year in Africa. Over 17,000 Mpox Clade 1 cases have been reported, with just over 500 fatalities.  

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For his 11th Independence Day address, PM Modi chose to focus more on youth & employment unlike earlier speeches. However, his speech had some key political messages. In Episode xxx of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta looks at the highlights of the PM's calmest I-Day speech and how it set the tone for what lies ahead for Modi 3.0. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Exclusive content, special privileges & more – Subscribe to ThePrint for Special benefits: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with ThePrint » Subscribe to ThePrint: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ » Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3nCMpht » Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theprintindia » Tweet us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theprintindia » Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprintindia » Find us on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/theprint » Subscribe to ThePrint on Telegram: https://t.me/ThePrintIndia » Find us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2NMVlnB » Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3pEOta8

Miscreants broke through barricades, damaged gates & overturned a Kolkata Police post and several vehicles, say Kolkata Police, who have blamed incident on a 'malicious media campaign.'----more----https://theprint.in/india/rg-kar-hospital-vandalised-amid-kolkata-rape-murder-protests-mob-came-with-swords-pulled-out-wires/2224216/

States can recover past tax dues but not for period before 1 April 2005 while tax arrears can be paid over a staggered period of 12 years, top court clarifies.----more----https://theprint.in/judiciary/heres-why-a-supreme-court-ruling-on-royalty-is-set-to-hurt-mining-companies/2223536/

As Kolkata takes to the streets in the form of mass protests led by medical students following the brutal rape and murder of a 31-year-old postgraduate medical student, ThePrint Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta delves into the details of the incident, the dire state of women and doctors' safety in the country, and the widespread support cutting across political lines. Watch episode of 1503 of #CutTheClutter. To read Youngh IS Officer article: https://theprint.in/opinion/we-were-groped-by-patients-had-no-toilets-dont-wait-for-rape-to-care-for-women-doctors/2223422/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Exclusive content, special privileges & more – Subscribe to ThePrint for Special benefits: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with ThePrint » Subscribe to ThePrint: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ » Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3nCMpht » Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theprintindia » Tweet us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theprintindia » Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprintindia » Find us on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/theprint » Subscribe to ThePrint on Telegram: https://t.me/ThePrintIndia » Find us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2NMVlnB » Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3pEOta8

The WWA, in its report, said that the landslides that killed at least 350 people in Kerala were a direct result of extremely heavy rain within a very short period of time.  

Ahead of polls, both leaders from Maharashtra are striving to solidify their respective images as benefactor of masses. For NCP leader, upcoming electoral test is make-or-break situation.  

Why risk the core agenda for the sake of the Palestinian cause, which Iran has exploited as a good excuse to carry on anti-Americanism, anti-Israelism, anti-Semitism?  

https://hindi.theprint.in/politics/cm-mohan-yadav-handed-over-the-charge-in-madhya-pradesh-vijayvargiya-and-patel-got-less-important-districts/718591/

The Pakistani Army has arrested a 3-star general, ex-ISI chief Faiz Hameed on charges of corruption. While Hameed awaits a court marshal, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta discusses the various cases of Army and ISI men being detained and dethroned while noting the ex-ISI chief's significance in recent Pakistani politics, in episode 1502 of Cut The Clutter. Watch Episode 852 of Cut the Clutter https://youtu.be/WMeAoiP7Z_A?feature=shared To watch statement by Pakistan's DG ISPR https://youtu.be/pX3G-F_CuuM?feature=shared --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Exclusive content, special privileges & more – Subscribe to ThePrint for Special benefits: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with ThePrint » Subscribe to ThePrint: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ » Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3nCMpht » Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theprintindia » Tweet us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theprintindia » Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprintindia » Find us on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/theprint » Subscribe to ThePrint on Telegram: https://t.me/ThePrintIndia » Find us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2NMVlnB » Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3pEOta8

From Naidu to Kumaraswamy, Shinde and Pawar-- how allies are sending ominous signals to BJP, ThePrint Political Editor DK Singh analyses in this episode of Politically Correct.----more----Read this week's Politically Correct here: https://theprint.in/opinion/two-months-into-modi-3-0-ndas-fevicol-bond-shows-signs-of-stress/2219664/

Hindenburg, following up on its 2023 report on overseas dodgy investments manipulating Adani Group-linked share price, has raised questions about SEBI, which is looking into the matter. In Episode 1501 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta discusses what the new report suggests about SEBI chair Madhabi Buch's Adani linkage, Blackstone connection & consultancies, and the questions that remain after her & SEBI's statements. https://hindenburgresearch.com/sebi-chairperson/ https://www.sebi.gov.in/media-and-notifications/press-releases/aug-2024/sebi-stateme[…]-hindenburg-research-s-report-dated-august-10-2024_85606.html https://x.com/HindenburgRes/status/1822691385730040048 https://www.bseindia.com/xml-data/corpfiling/AttachLive/bde9b89d-6ca6-492c-b570-148c7da82ba6.pdf --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Exclusive content, special privileges & more – Subscribe to ThePrint for Special benefits: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with ThePrint » Subscribe to ThePrint: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ » Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3nCMpht » Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theprintindia » Tweet us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theprintindia » Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprintindia » Find us on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/theprint » Subscribe to ThePrint on Telegram: https://t.me/ThePrintIndia » Find us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2NMVlnB » Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3pEOta8

A survey of residents is underway in Dharavi, but the politics around the revamp of Asia’s largest slum sprawl ahead of the Maharashtra assembly polls have made the fate of the project uncertain.

'Waqf Board is reportedly the third-largest landholder in India and aims to work toward the socio-economic development and benefit of the Muslim community. It then becomes pertinent to ask whose interest it is serving,' opines columnist Amana Begam Ansari in her latest video column. She asks, 'why is the Indian Muslim community, despite being the beneficiaries of so many welfare schemes introduced by the State, still faring worse than the Schedule Castes (SCs) socio-economically?'

Third Modi govt has quickly moved away from dismissing all Congress ideas as unimaginative and is now implementing several of them. Watch this week's #NationalInterest with on ThePrint Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta.  ----more----   https://theprint.in/national-interest/underdog-india-vs-bjp-is-like-an-olympic-hockey-match-and-rahul-has-found-an-opening/2217022/

Russia-Ukraine war is back in focus after Zelensky's elite forces managed a shock incursion into Kursk. In Episode 1500 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta discusses Kyiv's military objectives and other successful raids in the backdrop of November US polls and the possibility of an Iran-Israel escalation and Putin's 4 courses of action. Read the article here: https://www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder/russian-offensive-campaign-assessment-august-8-2024 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Exclusive content, special privileges & more – Subscribe to ThePrint for Special benefits: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with ThePrint » Subscribe to ThePrint: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ » Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3nCMpht » Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theprintindia » Tweet us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theprintindia » Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprintindia » Find us on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/theprint » Subscribe to ThePrint on Telegram: https://t.me/ThePrintIndia » Find us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2NMVlnB » Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3pEOta8

If the government decides to go ahead with colour coding in disability certification, it should be based on the level of accreditation instead of the level of disability.

State finances have been impacted in past few years, with govt blaming lower inflows from Centre, but Congress's welfare schemes also form major chunk of expenditure.  

Madras High Court has reopened disproportionate assets cases against DMK ministers KKSSR Ramachandran and Thangam Thennarasu, saying probe agency DVAC had ‘misused its power’.  

India defeated Spain with a 2-1 score to bag bronze at the 2024 Paris Olympics, scripting history with back-to-back Olympic medals after 52 years. Watch episode 1499 of #CutTheClutter, where Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta looks at previous Indian hockey teams and star players, highlighting how the sport has been a platform for backward classes to showcase their talent, making hockey a beacon of inclusivity and diversity, reflecting the nation's rich tapestry of caste, ethnicity, and religion. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To read 2021 National Interest article on hockey :  https://theprint.in/national-interest/caste-ethnicity-religion-united-colours-of-indian-hockey-prove-the-game-thrives-in-inclusivity/710766/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To read 2017 National Interest article ‘Three sports stories’: https://theprint.in/national-interest/three-sports-stories/544530/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Watch episode 801 of #CutTheClutter :   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PAR-xAh1iv4 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To watch Aljazeera documentary: https://theprint.in/national-interest/three-sports-stories/544530/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To read Mint feature on Sumit Walmiki: https://www.livemint.com/mint-lounge/ideas/paris-olympics-2024-india-hockey-team-11721983987086.html --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Watch ‘Walk The Talk’ episodes: Balbir Singh Part 1: https://www.ndtv.com/video/walk-the-talk-with-hockey-legend-balbir-singh-senior-part-1-310535 Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wLlspQxZAyY Sardara Singh: https://www.ndtv.com/video/walk-the-talk-with-sardara-singh-246077 Dhanraj Pillai: https://www.ndtv.com/video/walk-the-talk-dhanraj-pillai-aired-july-2003-292058 Ritu Rani & Sushila Chanu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5lL3GEJt3UM KPS Gill: https://www.ndtv.com/video/walk-the-talk-with-kps-gill-aired-april-2008-312088 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To read Balbir Singh ‘Walk the Talk’ text transcripts: Part 1: https://indianexpress.com/article/opinion/columns/astro-turf-is-very-good-for-indian-hockey-its-just-an-excuse-that-india-has-suffered-because-of-it-its-all-gallery-show/ Part 2: https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/hockey/foreign-coaches-are-overqualified-for-us-our-players-are-not-at-that-level-ideally-they-should-teach-indian-coaches/

The two-term chief minister of West Bengal, the poster boy of reform in the Left who didn’t care if the cat was black or white as long as it caught mice, has now passed into history.----more----https://theprint.in/opinion/how-would-buddhadeb-bhattacharjee-want-to-be-remembered-a-politician-with-the-soul-of-a-poet/2213994/

Talks stall amid NSCN-IM's demand for separate flag, constitution. Analysts say, by projecting a hardline front, NSCN-IM is trying to retain its influence among the Nagas.----more--------more----https://theprint.in/politics/why-is-nscn-im-upping-the-ante-on-manipur-2015-framework-agreement-on-naga-political-solution/2212229/

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat was disqualified jus before her gold medal match because she was 100 gms above 50kg. . In Episode 1498 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta looks at what led to the disqualification, the complexities of weight groups, the supreme challenge of Olympic medals & Vinesh’s stellar record.

Unlike other leaders, Sheikh Hasina resisted the electoral temptation to mobilise voters around ‘India out’ campaigns. Hence, Delhi found it difficult to ditch her when she was losing domestic support in recent years.  

Report ‘Managing Monsoons in a Warming Climate’ by IPE Global & Esri India says frequency, intensity & unpredictability of extreme heat, rainfall events have also risen in recent decades.  

The external affairs minister said India expected Bangladesh to keep minorities safe, as well as protect its missions in the country.  

As Bangladesh turmoil continues, Deputy Editor Snehesh Alex Philip speaks to Pankaj Saran, Convenor NatSrat, Former Deputy NSA and Former envoy to Dhaka on what lies ahead.

The deadly protests in Bangladesh and Sheikh Hasina's flight have brought raised the enormity of India’s neighbourhood challenges. In episode 1497 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta traces India's relations with neighbours to the east, Bangladesh, Nepal, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Maldives, and to the west Pakistan.

Khaleda Zia joined hands with Hasina to end military rule in 1990. But since then, their rivalry has defined Bangladesh politics, with the two alternating in power for 31 of past 33 years.  

Just like Frankenstein, Sheikh Hasina has been devoured by her own demon. She has fled Bangladesh and saved herself. Now this demon will seek to crush all progressive thinkers in the country.  

Awami League head and Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina resigned early on Monday and fled to India following a nationwide protest that erupted last month and plunged the country into a socio-political turmoil. In Episode 1496 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta along with Bangladesh specialist journalist Deep Halder looks at why and how it happened, Bangladesh future and implications for India.

The United States Army enlists many short-term personnel, with initial contracts ranging from two to six years. The Israeli Defense Forces, on the other hand, rely on a conscription model.----more----https://theprint.in/opinion/indian-army-is-not-a-job-guarantee-scheme-8-big-reasons-to-support-agnipath/2207270/

Tweet: Supreme Court, in a 6:1 ruling, overruled a 2004 judgment & empowered states to create quotas within SC/ST quotas. In Episode 1495 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta lists the 5 things the order won’t do, 5 it would, and political implications. 

Our bureaucrats hide behind rules and conventions to avoid responsibilities. But choose names like Ashok Khemka IAS or Sanjiv Chaturvedi IFS or Vikram Singh IPS for important positions and results will be seen in weeks.  

NASA’s Perseverance rover has accidentally detected a rock containing sulphur in it. This discovery could turn out to be the first biosignature on Mars. ThePrint #̦PureScience, Sandhya Ramesh explains the findings and implications.

Khalid Sheikh Mohammed or KSM and 2 key accomplices have entered “pre-trial” agreements, says the US Department of Defense. This comes 18 years after Mohammed was transferred to Guantanamo Bay. Watch #CutTheClutter Ep 1494, where Shekhar Gupta discusses KSM’s life, crimes, and future after the plea deal.

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Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh was assassinated in his residence in Tehran, the capital city of Iran in the early hours of Wednesday, causing a major setback to the ongoing Israel-Gaza ceasefire talks. The group has called it a 'treacherous Zionist airstrike'. In episode 1493 of #CutTheClutter, ThePrint Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta talks about the immediate fallout, Iran's history of targeted killings and the implications for the future of peace efforts in the region.

Taking note of issues being faced by Justice Srikrishna in supervising functioning of the temple in Karnataka, SC has granted him veto powers & ordered reconstitution of the committee.  

Wealthy countries in the West and Asia aren’t producing enough new people but are retaining existing ones longer. The question is, will this become a woman’s burden?

From PM Modi's speech to the CII & Piyush Goyal's upbraiding private businesses to Akhilesh Yadav in Lok Sabha, politics in India is back to being eventful. In episode 1492 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta, and Political Editor D.K. Singh bring you top takeaways in a season of peak politics.

https://theprint.in/opinion/if-raus-ias-tragedy-had-happened-under-sheila-dikshit-she-wouldve-restored-our-confidence/2197991/

https://theprint.in/environment/number-of-forest-fires-drop-from-3-45-lakh-in-2020-to-2-03-lakh-in-2024-loss-of-wildlife-not-known/2197888/

https://theprint.in/india/a-upsc-aspirant-sent-a-complaint-2-reminders-to-mcd-about-raus-ias-basement-month-before-incident/2197774/

#cuttheclutter #rahulgandhi #loksabha The ongoing Monsoon session in Parliament saw a renewed Opposition with LoP Rahul Gandhi’s speech on budget set out 6 issues to ‘trigger’ the BJP. Deep state and middle class, Chakravyuha, Shiv ji ki baraat set out the terms of debate. In Episode 1491 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta looks at key takeaways from Rahul Gandhi's speech.

Creditors must adhere to the prescribed timelines to recover their dues. Failure to do so could result in losing any potential payouts from the resolution plan or the liquidation process.  

What Modi govt got wrong with this budget and in its signalling is in moving away from its generally upbeat, ‘India is on the rise, growth will get steeper, markets are red hot’ messaging.

On Kargil Vijay Diwas, a dive into behind-the-scenes machinations at Pakistan army HQ in late 1990s

What is the controversy over Channi's remarks on Amritpal in Lok Sabha? https://theprint.in/politics/channi-bats-for-amritpal-in-lok-sabha-keeping-an-mp-in-custody-under-nsa-an-emergency/2190859/

CSR must ensure investments are resilient in a hotter world. Time to integrate a climate lens https://theprint.in/opinion/csr-must-ensure-investments-are-resilient-in-a-hotter-world-time-to-integrate-a-climate-lens/2190429/

With fiscal consolidation, the government’s debt-GDP ratio and interest payments to revenue receipts ratio would fall, opening up additional fiscal space for capital spending.  

The book, based on Waheed’s experiences as a youth in Kashmir during its tumultuous years, has been turned into a film and is now awaiting its official release.

MPs present at the meeting say that Modi did not discuss the LS poll setback, but exchanged feedback about BJP’s position in Haryana. The state goes to polls in October.

Congress highlighted internship programme, employment-linked incentive scheme and abolition of angel tax as examples of ideas Modi govt ‘copied’ from its Lok Sabha polls manifesto.

Why is BJP doubling down on Hindutva? Modi-Shah have a different reading of 2024 result, ThePrint’s Political Editor DK Singh analyses in this episode of #politicallycorrect -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Read the column here: https://theprint.in/opinion/politically-correct/why-is-bjp-doubling-down-on-hindutva-modi-shah-have-a-different-reading-of-2024-result/2184946/

 Opposition says poverty and unemployment trumped Hindutva but Modi-Shah have a different view on 2024 mandate, ThePrint’s Political Editor DK Singh explains in this episode of #PoliticallyCorrect

Congress leaders say purported order is 'against India's unity, integrity', while BJP has called original 1966 order 'unconstitutional'. RSS says this will 'strengthen democratic system'.  

Ajmer court cited several loopholes in prosecution case to acquit Khadim Gauhar Chishti and the others, arrested in 2022 for allegedly raising the slogan against suspended BJP leader.  

Bangladesh Supreme Court cuts down controversial quota. Here’s why country’s hit by violent protests

Once a shining star in the sub-continent, Bangladesh's streets are now filled with disenchanted students protesting against a provision of 'quota' in government jobs for families of freedom fighters of the 1971 war. Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta in Episode 1485 of Cut The Clutter traces events from the 1970s till today to decode the underlying causes of the current controversy.

Either Trump or Biden would be the oldest president elected in US history. The assassination attempt and questions about fitness make the selection of running mate more important than ever.  

Students are allegedly part of 'group of solvers' & solved the questions of the paper in Hazaribagh. They were produced before trial court in Patna & have been sent to 4-day CBI custody.

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, which invited proposals in March 2022, received 26 proposals from 21 states including MP, Maharashtra, Bengal, Kerala till January last year.  

With BJP suffering a major setback in Uttar Pradesh, there is much debate about what went wrong during the Lok Sabha campaign. While CM Yogi Adityanath blames it on party 'overconfidence,' Deputy CM KP Maurya says 'party is bigger than the government.' Such drifts have made the Opposition question BJP's stand in the state. Watch ep 1484 of #CutTheClutter, where Editor-in-Chief @ShekharGupta talks about the divided opinions, Opposition's reaction and what it means for BJP in the state

Alcaraz has tremendous foot speed, great racquet head acceleration, and an aggressive backhand slice. But it’s his mindset that makes him a cut above his peers.

India-US ties under Modi echo Nehru’s reluctance to commit. Hope consequences aren’t the same https://theprint.in/opinion/india-us-ties-under-modi-echo-nehrus-reluctance-to-commit-hope-consequences-arent-the-same/2177528/

Residents of Gajapur, a Muslim-majority village near Maharashtra's Vishalgad Fort, say the mob destroyed 42 houses, vehicles and attacked a mosque during Sunday's violence.  

ASI’s scientific survey found sculptures of four-armed deities, images of various Hindu gods and goddesses as well as animals, apart from mythical and composite figures (both human and animals).

Various indicators point to the Indian stock market being overvalued. Analysts say that a crash following an unforeseen event would be exacerbated because of these excessive valuations.  

Incumbent Prachanda Friday failed 5th floor test conducted in Kathmandu in past 19 months. Since becoming a republic in 2008, the country has seen a revolving set of leaders becoming PM.  

How will assassination attempt on Trump affect the US presidential race?

The BJP and partners won a points victory as if in a boxing match. The victory wasn’t narrow. But it was no quick knockout like the last two. Their rivals were able to land some punches, are still in the ring, on their feet, and fighting. Think of the 2024 verdict as a qualifier in which the Opposition earned the right to challenge the title holder in a kind of Test championship final. Watch Shekhar Gupta’s view in this week's #NationalInterest https://theprint.in/national-interest/a-jai-jawan-jai-kisan-trap-awaits-modi-in-a-5-year-test-match-with-revived-opposition/2172102/ https://theprint.in/opinion/those-who-said-democracy-was-dead-sit-down-games-on-in-indian-political-league-after-a-frozen-decade/2116798/ https://theprint.in/agriculture/94-of-agricultural-allied-output-out-of-msp-net-govt-needs-to-find-alternatives-says-sbi-report/2169991/

2024 के लोकसभा चुनाव के नतीजों से पता चलता है कि जाट और एससी ने बड़े पैमाने पर कांग्रेस को वोट दिया है. अब, जाट परिवार के नेतृत्व वाली आईएनएलडी और दलित नेता मायावती के नेतृत्व वाली बीएसपी 10 साल बाद राज्य में लड़ाई के लिए एक साथ आ रही हैं.----more---- https://hindi.theprint.in/politics/how-will-the-inld-bsp-alliance-in-haryana-elections-affect-the-equations-of-the-upcoming-assembly-elections/707108/

Too much is changing in West Bengal too quickly. Where have these bahubalis sprung from? They used to be under the thumb of political leaders. Now, they seem to be calling the shots.----more---- https://theprint.in/opinion/west-bengal-is-locked-in-a-loop-of-one-horror-story-after-another/2170870/

A Pew Research Center survey of 35 countries reveals that perceptions of China's economic influence vary widely, with people in high-income nations like the U.S., Canada, and Australia showing significant negativity—70% of respondents in 18 such countries express unfavorable views of China. In Episode xxx of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta looks at 2 international takeaways--- from the Pew Research on global opinions on China & how back in France, Macron's gamble dealt a deathblow to the Hard-Right.

Chandrababu Naidu Govt’s 'White Paper', the third in its series, reveals issues plaguing the Andhra Pradesh power sector and attributes 'the legacy losses' mainly to his predecessor Jagan Mohan Reddy’s 'inefficient governance'. Watch ThePrint Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta explain findings of the paper, status of Andhra Pradesh's power sector and what lies ahead for the present TDP government in episode 1479 of Cut The Clutter

Austria, which had been annexed by Nazi Germany, was occupied by Allied Powers after WW2. Austrian foreign minister Karl Gruber appealed to Nehru to mediate in negotiations with USSR.  

India’s Indo-Pacific partners are going to be none too pleased that New Delhi cannot even use the term 'Indo-Pacific' in a joint statement, giving China atleast a symbolic win.  

A proposal for the initiative is being prepared, it is learnt, after a pilot project was carried out in 7 urban local bodies. It aims to help them improve their physical & social infra.----more---- https://theprint.in/india/modi-govt-plans-to-launch-aspirational-urban-local-bodies-initiative-in-tier-2-tier-3-cities/2169060/

What is the debate over new provision in death by negligence under new criminal laws?

SC's Shah Bano judgment came under heavy attack in 1985. As SC now upholds Muslim women's right to maintenance under CrPC Section 125, in addition to the entitlements under Muslim personal law, in Episode 1478 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta discusses the latest judgement, its import, political storm caused by the 1985 ruling and why India's journey in Muslim personal law reforms took longer than Pakistan's.----more----Read the Supreme Court judgement here: https://www.sci.gov.in/wp-admin/admin-ajax.php?action=get_court_pdf&diary_no=35332024&type=j&order_date=2024-07-10&from=latest_judgements_order----more----Read Shekhar Gupta's India Today article here: https://www.indiatoday.in/magazine/from-the-archives/story/20140915-the-muslims-a-community-in-turmoil-shekhar-gupta-805193-2014-09-08----more----Read Arif Mohammed Khan's interview here: https://www.indiatoday.in/magazine/from-the-archives/story/20140915-arif-mohammed-khan-my-faith-is-progressive-805190-2014-09-08

Ratna Bhandar in Jagannath temple complex was last inventoried in 1978. Committee led by Orissa HC judge has recommended 3 SOPs for exercise to be carried out on 14 July.----more---- https://theprint.in/india/sop-for-entry-medics-on-standby-how-team-plans-to-inventory-jagannath-temples-ratna-bhandar/2168463/

Pakistan wants to counter the Indian government’s narrative in Kashmir by stoking violence, thereby signalling to the world that Kashmir is not a finished agenda.  

What did SIT probe on Hathras reveal?

As the world closely watches PM Modi's visit to Russia, and India's shifting role in geopolitics, PM Modi gave subtle yet noteworthy statements in his joint meeting with Russian President Putin. Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta in Episode 1477 of Cut The Clutter decodes these statements as he explains the nuance in them and what they signal to the world.----more----Watch PM Modi speaks to Putin full conversation here: https://youtu.be/NpEu8TDg89c----more----Watch Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra Briefing here: https://youtube.com/live/EesDkTbrzD4

Modi’s message is expected to build on his words to Putin in September 2022 when he conveyed that “today’s era is not of war”.  

The deep-seated contradictions among member states on regional security and terrorism, combined with growing Chinese influence, have compelled New Delhi to perform a strategic balancing act.  

Amid spate of ‘honour killings’ in Haryana, khap leaders have submitted memorandum to CM saying ‘beliefs of our area, particularly north India, have been ignored' in Hindu Marriage Act.  

Maitreyi chooses the knowledge that leads to immortality over her husband’s offer of money. Her philosophical ambition reveals the roots of women-led institutions in Buddhism and Jainism. “Of the two, Maitreyi was a woman who took part in philosophical discussions (brahmavadini—a philosopher like Gargi), while Katyayani’s understanding was limited to womanly matters.” In his latest video column, scholar and professor of Sanskrit and Indian religions at the University of Texas at Austin, Professor Patrick Olivelle delves into the story of Yajnavalkya's two wives, Maitreyi and Katyayani.----more----Read full article here: https://theprint.in/opinion/maitreyi-from-upanishads-broke-wife-mother-mould-in-ancient-india/2151959/

As PM Modi visits Moscow, his first bilateral visit after taking oath for the third term, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta in Episode 1476 of Cut The Clutter, deep dives into the changing geopolitics of the region to map the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in the historically tight India-Russia ties.----more----Read Carnegie Endowment's 'Russia and India: A New Chapter' https://carnegieendowment.org/2022/09/20/russia-and-india-new-chapter-pub-87958----more----Read The Economist's 'How India’s imports of Russian oil have lubricated global markets' https://www.economist.com/asia/2024/04/11/how-indias-imports-of-russian-oil-have-lubricated-global-markets----more----Read Wall Street Journal's 'India’s Modi Seeks to Shore Up Ties With Russia and Offset China’s Sway' https://www.wsj.com/world/india/indias-modi-seeks-to-shore-up-ties-with-russia-and-offset-chinas-sway-a08992fa----more----Read Ajay Bisari's piece in The Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/blogs/toi-edit-page/why-modis-in-moscow/----more----Read Pankaj Saran's piece in The Hindustan Times https://www.hindustantimes.com/opinion/friendship-founded-on-mutual-interests-101720374249095.html----more----Read Pia Krishnankutty's report and interview with C Raja Mohan https://theprint.in/world/nurturing-ties-with-time-tested-friend-china-factor-strategic-importance-of-modis-russia-visit/2160882/

WHAT IS KARNATAKA'S MUDA SCAM OVER WHICH SIDDARAMAIAH IS FACING OPPN IRE?

Large congregations of people require detailed crowd control management, which should not be left to ill-trained organisers.  

Sunak’s Tories are fighting to finish 2nd, ahead of Liberal Democrats. Both Labour & Tories have promised to complete negotiations for a free trade agreement with India.  

Asking the top court to invoke its extraordinary jurisdiction in the case, the complainant, an employee of Raj Bhavan, in her petition says immunity granted to governors can't be absolute.  

WHAT DOES INITIAL PROBE INTO HATHRAS STAMPEDE REVEAL? 

The suicide rate among students is increasing at an alarming rate. In 2022, over 13,000 student deaths were reported, according to the NCRB.  

Delhi High Court ordered the TMC MP to publish apology and pay Rs 50 lakh in damages to Puri, a former diplomat & wife of Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri, for tweets made in 2021.  

This comes a week after the rebel leaders, including Prem Singh Chandumajra and Bibi Jagir Kaur, met in Jalandhar and launched a campaign for Sukhbir Badal's removal as SAD chief.----more---- https://theprint.in/politics/ram-rahim-to-2015-sacrilege-sads-4-mistakes-for-which-party-rebels-tendered-apology-to-jathedar/2156557/

Trapped in the 400 paar fantasy, the ‘non-biological’ PM is incapable of providing daily governance. India craves day-to-day administration, not acts of god. ----more----   https://theprint.in/opinion/modi-got-240-why-is-he-still-ruling-as-if-he-got-400-paar/2156714/

What did Rahul Gandhi's speech in Lok Sabha trigger a debate?  

Erratic rain, abnormal heat, shorter winters. Climate change affects us all, but what is the specific economic impact on India? Economist Radhika Pandey and Deputy Editor TCA Sharad Raghavan discuss in #MacroSutra.----more----Read full article here: https://theprint.in/macrosutra/highly-vulnerable-to-extreme-climate-crucial-sectors-in-india-need-well-crafted-green-strategies/2150201/

The disastrous paper leak aside, the June 2024 NET brought in countless complaints from students regarding the quality of exam centres allotted. And the format shifted from computer based to the manual OMR.----more----https://theprint.in/opinion/i-attempted-ugc-net-thrice-now-i-understand-why-students-look-abroad-for-phd/2147662/

https://hindi.theprint.in/politics/opposition-gears-up-to-hold-lok-sabha-speaker-election-fields-kodikunnil-suresh-against-om-birla/701154/

Preparations are on in Russia to welcome Modi, according to Kremlin aide and former diplomat Yuri Ushakov. With India-Russia summit on hold, visit to give mixed signals, say experts.  

Using a GCC model, where the state contracts private operators, lowers costs and subsidies. It’s possible to run a high-quality service, as anyone who has used London’s buses will attest.  

Those pushed aside during the Modi-Shah regime are beginning to find their feet and voice. And these are early days yet. The BJP must welcome these developments.

The changed reality for the Modi government in its third innings is a return to the old normal, where even majorities had to routinely wrestle with the storied million mutinies. Watch this week's #NationalInterest with ThePrint Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta https://theprint.in/national-interest/modis-new-universe-the-normal-irritants-of-democracy-awkward-chai-with-rahul-gandhi/2141953/

 #ThePrintSuprabhat में आमना बेगम की रिपोर्ट- हमारे बारह को लेकर गुस्सा दिखाता है कि मुसलमानों की हल्की आलोचना को भी इस्लामोफोबिया समझा जाता है   सुनिए शिव पाण्डेय @shivkpandey से

Macron's bold move to dissolve the National Assembly and call snap elections, following disappointing European Parliament results, has shaken French politics. In Episode 1472 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta looks at the French parliamentary politics, political contenders & discusses the motivations behind Macron's early election call.

TMC's choice of candidate for Maniktala assembly bypoll has brought to fore the subterranean sparring for control of TMC between founder Mamata Banerjee and 'heir' Abhishek Banerjee.

"Chinese Premier Li Qiang’s recent visit to Australia signals a pivotal moment in China’s efforts to strengthen ties with a select few countries. The visit – the first by a Chinese premier in seven years – came with significant economic inducements. These included the loan of new pandas, the easing of restrictions on Australian produce, as well as Australia’s inclusion into China’s visa-waiver programme. This diplomatic outreach to Australia has been ongoing, exemplified by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s visit to China last November and Chinese foreign minister’s Wang Yi’s trip to Australia in March this year", says Sana Hashmi in her column.----more----Read full article here: https://theprint.in/opinion/eye-on-china/whys-china-going-all-out-to-woo-australia-its-a-deliberate-bid-to-weaken-quad-cooperation/2137552/

जानकारी के मुताबिक पहलवानों के विरोध प्रदर्शन, कांग्रेस से दलबदलुओं को लाने और राज्य भाजपा इकाई के भीतर जातिगत समीकरणों को भी 11 सीटों पर पार्टी की हार के कारणों के रूप में पहचाना गया है.----more----https://hindi.theprint.in/politics/too-much-reliance-on-brand-modi-slogan-of-400-plus-and-bringing-turncoats-into-the-party-why-did-bjp-lose-in-rajasthan/699384/

Why has Delhi HC paused Kejriwal's bail till decision on ED's stay application? 

Leaving interim budget largely unchanged would be in keeping with trend since 2004-05. Even when new parties have come to power, budgetary allocations have not changed substantially.

Is the world drifting toward another world war? China’s rise, hyper-nationalism, and border conflicts highlight similarities with the conditions that led to the previous world wars.----more----https://theprint.in/opinion/china-can-exploit-the-us-fear-of-nuclear-escalation-and-create-trouble-at-borders/2138148/

Aspirants say after dealing with poor management at centres, late release of admit cards & alleged paper leaks, they now have to take the test again. Congress demands answers from govt.----more----https://theprint.in/india/nta-incapable-of-conducting-exams-cancellation-of-ugc-net-exam-leaves-aspirants-angry-frustrated/2139016/

Good mental health leads to improved longevity & influences healthy ageing, finds Nature study    

https://theprint.in/opinion/railways-werent-britains-gift-to-india-we-paid-with-blood-sweat-humiliation/2136677/

As Priyanka Gandhi decides to contest from Wayanad we look at the balance of woman power in LS. Under Narendra Modi BJP has focused on the women’s vote. Has it worked? In Episode 1471 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta reads numbers and names to find Soms pouters .

Mohan Bhagwat is doing what Modi is refusing to do—introspect. But don’t be fooled

Karnataka Police suspect actor Darshan Thoogudeepa and aides allegedly murdered Renukaswamy for sending ‘lewd’ messages to actor’s rumoured partner Pavithra Gowda on Instagram.  

Molecular biologist Alina Chan's NYT opinion piece supporting the COVID19 lab origin theory as Anthony Fauci's US congressional hearing in the case comes to an end has once again raised questions about China's Wuhan Lab. In Episode 1470 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta discusses the key takeaways, implications, and why China needs to break its silence.----more----Watch Cut The Clutter episode no 748 here: https://youtu.be/OlO8sKRynBY ----more----Watch Off The Cuff with Nicholas Wade's here: https://youtu.be/2RqWoiokVHM----more----https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/03/politics/fauci-testimony-house-hearing-covid-19/index.html----more----https://osp.od.nih.gov/policies/national-science-advisory-board-for-biosecurity-nsabb/gain-of-function-research/----more----https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2024/06/03/opinion/covid-lab-leak.html----more----https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/13/opinion/covid-origins-lab-market.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare----more----https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/14/briefing/two-covid-theories.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare----more----https://theintercept.com/2021/09/06/new-details-emerge-about-coronavirus-research-at-chinese-lab/

An adventure trip is curated with terrain and domain knowledge and planning is a critical part of the exercise. In Uttarakhand's case, the Karnataka Mountaineering Association seemed to be too ambitious.  

Amid countrywide protests over alleged paper leaks and mismanagement at testing centres, these families say the medical entrance test puts underprivileged students at a disadvantage.

संघ-भाजपा के रिश्ते का इतिहास प्रेमियों के बीच होने वाली नोक-झोंक से भरा पड़ा है, लेकिन इस सबसे  शायद ही कोई बड़ा फर्क पड़ा है. यह सोचना कि संघ भाजपा नेतृत्व में कोई परिवर्तन लाएगा, उसकी मंशा और ताकत का गलत आकलन ही होगा

In the liberal community’s ‘brave new post-4 June universe’, the RSS chief is seen as less illiberal — and more acceptable — than the Modi-Shah BJP. Why this is an incredible misreading of the situation. Watch Shekhar Gupta’s view in thus week's National Interest.----more----Read this week's National Interest here: https://theprint.in/national-interest/sangh-wants-bjp-to-know-its-not-dispensable-its-a-rap-on-the-knuckles-nothing-more/2132102/----more----Watch RSS Researcher Ratan Sharda interview here: https://youtu.be/vypcl65S5cY

In an unprecedented event, Ajit Doval has been appointed the NSA for a third term. In Episode 1469 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta takes you through the establishment of a dedicated cabinet rank of the NSA, the most notable people holding this post, and how the post changed under different prime ministers.

Despite rise in their representation in IFS cadre over past decade, women lead only 8 diplomatic missions and only 1 of 7 secretary-level postings in MEA is occupied by a woman.  

SEBI paper proposes new eligibility criteria for stocks to qualify for futures & options market. The market's strong growth signals that norms need a review to protect investors.----more----https://theprint.in/economy/new-sebi-proposals-on-tightening-futures-options-norms-will-strengthen-market-protect-investors/2128887/

The Buddhist chronicle Jikji, the oldest surviving metal-printed book, was printed in Korea a full 77 years before Gutenberg’s Bible.----more----https://theprint.in/opinion/jikji-not-gutenbergs-bible-how-korean-buddhist-monks-created-the-first-metal-printed-book/2128800/

As N. Chandrababu Naidu makes a return as Andhra Pradesh CM for the fourth time, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta details out his political journey, the challenges before him and how it will affect Andhra's politics. Watch episode 1467 of #CutTheClutter

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Monday addressed arrogance and lack of decorum during elections, Modi-led government's achievements, and Manipur's gun problem, while attacking casteism and religious conversion. In Episode 1466 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta discusses key takeaways from Bhagwat's address at Karyakarta Vikas Varg Dwitiya.

https://theprint.in/politics/bid-for-non-jat-votes-in-haryana-polls-khattar-rao-inderjit-krishan-lal-gurjar-made-union-ministers/2124606/

The BJP, which is the single largest party in the coalition with 240 seats, has retained the top four ministries in the largest Union cabinet led by Modi since 2014.  In Episode 1465 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta and Political Editor DK Singh look at the choice of cabinet ministers, portfolios assigned, analyse representation of minorities and the political messaging behind retaining status quo & continuity in Modi 3.0.

Read Here: https://theprint.in/national-interest/muslims-made-their-vote-count-this-time-hindus-built-a-coalition-with-them/2121707/

Why PM Modi needs to have a candid chat with Amit Shah over poll results, ThePrint's Political Editor explains in this episode of Politically Correct----more----Read this week's Politically Correct here: https://theprint.in/opinion/politically-correct/lord-ram-did-not-let-pm-modi-down-bjp-did/2121491/

The 8.2% GDP growth in FY24 hides a few pain points that the new government will need to address on priority. Economist Radhika Pandey and Deputy Editor TCA Sharad Raghavan explore these in #MacroSutra.----more----Read this week's MacroSutra here: https://theprint.in/macrosutra/indian-economy-showing-solid-growth-but-these-must-be-new-govts-top-5-priorities-to-sustain-momentum/2120198/

https://hindi.theprint.in/politics/there-is-a-slight-change-in-the-vote-share-of-bjp-and-congress-yet-there-is-a-huge-difference-in-the-seats-how/695297/

https://theprint.in/politics/just-3-seats-won-4-of-5-ministers-3-mlas-defeated-what-punjab-verdict-means-for-bhagwant-mann/2119551/

The announcement came on the occasion of World Environment Day, as heat waves choke the world.----more----https://theprint.in/science/trishna-isro-announces-indo-french-thermal-imaging-mission-for-climate-and-water-monitoring/2119341/

A street name can’t save a neighbourhood. It is an acknowledgment that we have worked and lived in a place for a long time.----more----https://theprint.in/opinion/new-york-now-has-a-ganesh-temple-street-and-guru-nanak-way-the-big-apple-is-south-asia-fied/2119173/

Smooth sailing for Eknath Shinde in home turf Thane & son's seat Kalyan while 48 votes clinched win in Mumbai North West. Shiv Sena (UBT) leads in South & South Central Mumbai. ----more----   https://theprint.in/politics/neck-to-neck-2-factions-of-shiv-sena-emerge-as-equals-in-direct-contest-in-13-seats/2115920/

Samajwadi Party won 37 Lok Sabha seats in UP, making it the third-largest party in India. It’s a major boost for Akhilesh in his first litmus test after Mulayam Singh Yadav’s death.----more---- https://theprint.in/elections/how-akhilesh-yadav-trumped-modi-yogi-in-uttar-pradesh-sway-of-caste-over-communal-politics/2117508/

With the BJP-led NDA winning a majority in the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta looks at key takeaways, possible outcomes, and what a rejuvenated Opposition means for the future of Indian politics, in ep 1461 of #cuttheclutter

Women ambassadors head 25 of 158 diplomatic missions in Delhi — 11 are from Europe, 9 from Africa, 2 from Latin America and 3 from South Asia. ----more----   https://theprint.in/diplomacy/meet-the-women-ambassadors-posted-in-delhi-a-tight-knit-and-growing-community/2111231/

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal also asked AAP workers to not get demoralised & told INDIA bloc parties to direct polling agents to not leave counting centres without tallying EVM & VVPAT numbers.----more---- https://theprint.in/politics/before-returning-to-jail-kejriwal-says-exit-polls-fake-urges-india-bloc-to-stay-alert-on-4-june/2112897/

Radicalism is back in Punjab, especially in zones where Sikhs form a large rural majority, and three of the five prominent political forces in this election are playing with this fire. ThePrint Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta reads #WritingsOnTheWall in poll-bound Punjab

Axis/India Today exit polls packs vital data underneath the headline seat figures. The BJP and Congress alliances are compared across key demographic & social categories & BJP seems to have maintained or increased its support in many categories. In Episode 1459 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta picks some broader indicators and hints for Indian politics going ahead.

2024 का चुनाव एक उम्मीदवार केंद्रित चुनाव ही था. भाजपा अगर सिर्फ मोदी के नाम पर वोट मांग रही थी, तो मोदी ही एकमात्र प्रतिद्वंद्वी थे जिन्हें पूरा विपक्ष हराने में जुटा रहा.----more----https://hindi.theprint.in/opinion/modis-one-interview-after-another-rahuls-no-mistakes-amit-shahs-rise-10-highlights-of-the-44-day-election/693910/

It was a one-candidate election. Modi was the only candidate for whom the BJP sought votes, and he was the only opponent most of its rivals wanted defeated. If the BJP failed to find a theme except if-not-Modi-then-who, the Opposition also struggled to find cohesion. Watch this week's National Interest with ThePrint Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta----more----Read this week's National Interest here: https://theprint.in/national-interest/modi-interviews-gaffe-free-rahul-amit-shahs-rise-10-hot-takes-from-44-day-elections/2110702/----more----Read The Times of India article here: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/after-188-rallies-amit-shah-winds-down-with-temple-trips/articleshow/110577217.cms

https://hindi.theprint.in/world/3-out-of-4-israelis-support-retaliation-against-hamas-or-believe-it-is-not-enough-pew-survey/693539/

The shifting allegiances of Dalit and Kurmi voters highlight the complexity of voting behaviour in UP.

Pew survey shows Jewish Israelis & Arab Israelis see war with Hamas differently, also finds belief in peaceful coexistence of Palestine & Israel sliding over decade from 50% to 26%.  ----more----   https://theprint.in/world/3-in-4-israelis-support-retaliation-against-hamas-or-believe-it-hasnt-gone-far-enough-finds-pew/2108825/

Emergence of the far-Right predicted amid higher inflation, energy crisis, cyber espionage cases & negotiations around accession of Ukraine and Bosnia to the EU.  ----more----   https://theprint.in/world/why-you-need-to-know-about-european-parliament-polls-in-june-1st-after-brexit-russia-ukraine-war/2107112/

A report by SIPRI shows that India, which has traditionally been highest contributor to force, deployed 5,878 troops. Largest deployment of peacekeeping forces was in Sub-Saharan Africa.  

30 मई को लोकसभा के आखिरी चरण के लिए प्रचार अभियान के समाप्त होने के बाद मोदी विवेकानंद रॉक मेमोरियल में ध्यान करेंगे. कहा जाता है कि यहीं स्वामी विवेकानंद को भारत माता और विकसित भारत का दिव्य दर्शन हुआ था.----more---- https://hindi.theprint.in/politics/pm-modis-kanyakumari-visit-is-more-than-just-meditation-it-also-has-a-hidden-political-message/693330/

Over decades, astronomers have been attempting to discover not just microbial but also advanced forms of life and civilization around other stars. A new paper demonstrates advances in the findings. ThePrint #̦PureScience, Sandhya Ramesh explains. ----more----    

हालांकि, रंजीत सिंह हत्या मामले में बरी होने के बावजूद डेरा प्रमुख दो साध्वियों से कथित बलात्कार के लिए 20 साल की कैद और पत्रकार राम चंद्र छत्रपति की हत्या के लिए आजीवन कारावास की सजा काट रहे हैं.----more---- https://hindi.theprint.in/india/why-will-gurmeet-ram-rahim-remain-in-jail-despite-being-acquitted-in-the-murder-case/693020/

It all started with a 2002 letter accusing Ram Rahim of sexually exploiting devotees. He just got acquitted in murder case, but won’t walk free. He is also serving 10-year each for raping 2 dera sadhvis. After this, he will serve 20-year life term for murder of Sirsa eveninger editor who dared to publish that letter. In Episode 1458 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta discusses the acquittal of Ram Rahim in former Sacha Sauda Dera manager Ranjit Singh's murder, the clout and infamy of the ‘baba’----more----Read National Interest article here: https://theprint.in/national-interest/clueless-in-babaland/8046/----more----Watch Cut The Clutter Who & what are the Babas, Godmen-Dera phenomenon in Punjab and why all parties are chasing them here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kr-JjYw6IHg

Dissing EVMs from positions of ignorance and vested interest makes no sense. We should congratulate ourselves on getting better in our gigantic electoral process. ----more----   https://theprint.in/opinion/whoever-invented-evm-was-a-genius-mainly-for-what-they-did-not-do/2105320/

This comes after it emerged Nestlé adds sugar in its baby food in middle- and low-income nations. FSSAI has been asked to mandate a yellow strip on packets depicting percentage of sugar. ----more---- https://theprint.in/health/why-govt-has-asked-fssai-to-mandate-sugar-content-label-on-foods-items-like-cigarette-health-warning/2106096/

As we move towards the end of a long election season, let’s shift our focus to the ‘others’ column in poll results. In Episode 1457 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta reads data to explain why these 10+2 parties face an existential threat and why this election is a decisive factor for their journey ahead.

#ThePrintSuprabhat में सुमी सुकन्या दत्ता की रिपोर्ट: रिसर्च में खुलासा, भारतीय महिलाओं में पुरुषों की तुलना में तेज़ी से बढ़ रहा लीवर कैंसर सुनिए अलमिना खातून @almink05 से   link: https://hindi.theprint.in/health/research-reveals-that-liver-cancer-is-increasing-rapidly-among-indian-women-as-compared-to-men/692301/

#CutTheClutter #narendraModi #loksabhaelection2024 BJP has dropped 132 out of 300 MPs in the 2024 polls, percentage of discards increasing in every election. In Episode 1456 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta analyses key takeaways from the party's dropping of sitting MP's and the consequences of the phenomenon.----more----Read Amogh Rohmetra article here: https://theprint.in/elections/bjp-dropped-43-of-mps-for-2024-polls-heres-how-strategy-fared-for-its-strike-rate-in-2014-2019/2095634/

Adaish Partap Singh Kairon has been dismissed for 'anti-party' activities after SAD candidate Virsa Singh Valtoha alleged Kairon was asking people in Patti to vote for anyone but Valtoha.  

The failure to provide government jobs in UP due to repeated exam paper leaks is fuelling an anti-BJP sentiment in the state.  

K P S Gill was never armed with more than his swagger stick. Yet, he always fought to win----more---- https://theprint.in/national-interest/the-superior-cop/544534/

Being a ‘majority’ does not automatically confer power. Prime Minister Narendra Modi knows it & that is why his supporters see him as someone who is enabling a re-awakening.

https://hindi.theprint.in/opinion/mamatas-lakshmir-bhandar-is-a-brahmastra-tmc-will-get-electoral-advantage-in-bengal/691697/

As the people of Delhi gear up to vote Saturday, in Episode 1455 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta breaks down Delhi’s voting patterns since 1967, changing demographics, and explains how whoever wins Lok Sabha seats in the city-state tends to rule the country.

Radha Soami Satsang Beas is Punjab's most influential dera & frequented by politicians during polls. Its chief, Gurinder Singh Dhillon, has said that 'all candidates are dear to us’.  

https://hindi.theprint.in/opinion/the-distance-between-bjp-and-rss-is-now-clear-narendra-modi-is-at-the-center-of-it/691096/

https://theprint.in/environment/northwest-central-india-under-severe-heat-spell-high-night-time-temperatures-most-worrying/2097702/

Why has EC banned BJP's Abhijit Gangopadhyay from campaigning for 24 hrs? https://theprint.in/politics/brought-damage-disrepute-to-bengal-ec-bars-bjps-abhijit-gangopadhyay-from-campaigning-for-24-hrs/2094503/

The consolidated support of orthodox and nationalist voters gave a boost to BJP’s electoral performance post-1990s. Now, the Opposition is trying to woo them.  

https://hindi.theprint.in/india/noida-leads-the-beauty-charts-in-ncr-madhubani-paintings-on-walls-fountains-vedic-parks-sculptures/690359/

Khalistani groups in Canada seized control of cash-rich gurudwaras and targeted their secular political enemies, using their ties to ethnic-Punjabi criminal gangs. The police paid no attention — but the gangs have now exploded, posing a threat to the entire ethnic-Punjabi immigrant community, and Canada as a whole.----more----Read full article here: https://theprint.in/opinion/security-code/khalistanis-used-organised-crime-to-silence-enemies-in-canada-whos-paying-the-price-today/2081279/

Discussion about outcome of Lok Sabha polls continues to boil in cauldron of expectations only from BJP. Now reverse this equation, what if we asked about the performance of the 'loser'? Watch this week's #NationalInterest by ThePrint Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta argues why even 30 more seats for Congress will ruffle BJP. ----more----Read this week's National Interest here: https://theprint.in/national-interest/abki-baar-90-paar-for-congress-why-even-30-more-seats-will-ruffle-bjp/2090368/

What's behind BJP-JD(S) alliance trouble over Karnataka MLC polls?

It took six well-known, powerful women 10 years of suffering plus a year-and-a-half, which included four months of highly public and violent sit-in protests. It took one oversight committee, one Supreme Court intervention, multiple marches, and pleas and letters to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It took one wrestler resigning from the sport, and another returning his Padma Shri. It took 22 witness statements, a 1,500-page chargesheet, and a court order that stated there was sufficient evidence to bring charges against Singh. Watch this weeks column by journalist and editor Karanjeet Kaur.----more----Read full article here: https://theprint.in/opinion/men-like-brij-bhushan-revanna-pay-for-their-actions-only-when-politically-convenient/2084711/

#ThePrintSuprabhat में सागरिका घोष @sagarikaghose का लेख: 2024 का चुनाव कई हकीकत बयां कर रहा है, ‘400 पार की पिच’ केवल मोदी का खोखला वादा सुनिए फाल्गुनी शर्मा @Falguni__21 से Link: https://hindi.theprint.in/opinion/2024-elections-are-revealing-many-realities-pitch-of-400-crossed-is-only-a-hollow-promise-of-modi/689137/

Police should have communicated to Purkayastha grounds of his arrest, which was his constitutional right under Article 22 (1), bench of Justices B.R. Gavai & Sandeep Mehta says.----more---- https://theprint.in/judiciary/newsclick-founder-not-informed-of-grounds-of-arrest-clandestine-exercise-what-sc-order-said/2086395/

Elections 2024 and the policy uncertainty has come at a particularly bad time for the private sector in India, which seemed ready to start investing, Deputy Editor TCA Sharad Raghavan argues in #StandardDeviation.----more----Read full article here: https://theprint.in/opinion/standard-deviation/election-has-come-at-a-time-just-as-private-sector-was-about-to-step-up-investment/2083911/

Amit Shah confirming use of 75-year age ceiling for 'particular situation' and PM Modi breaking silence over his successor-- ThePrint's Political Editor DK Singh analyses in this episode of #PoliticallyCorrect how AAP's Arvind Kejriwal, out on bail, is changing poll discourse.----more----https://theprint.in/opinion/politically-correct/5-reasons-behind-kejriwals-googly-at-pm-modi-probable-successors-amit-shah-and-yogi/2082938/

तीन बार के डिप्टी सीएम और बिहार विधानसभा में विपक्ष के पूर्व नेता, वरिष्ठ भाजपा नेता सुशील कुमार मोदी का कैंसर से जूझने के बाद सोमवार को निधन हो गया.  

Instead of ‘who-will-cross-400,’ the real battle is ‘who-will-cross-the-majority-mark-of-272’.  

तर्कवादी नरेंद्र दाभोलकर की गोली मारकर हत्या के लगभग 11 साल बाद, पुणे की एक अदालत ने शुक्रवार को 2 हमलावरों को आजीवन कारावास की सजा सुनाई; 3 अन्य को सबूतों के अभाव में बरी कर दिया गया.  

In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the BJP secured victory in 105 seats with a margin exceeding 3 lakh votes, marking a significant increase of 63 seats compared to 2014. This highlights the formidable challenge that opposition parties are expected to encounter in the 2024 general elections. With LS polls halfway, in Episode 1449 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta discusses the key numbers, victory margins, momentum of the contesting parties in 2014 & 2019 and what is the distance BJP challengers have to cover to reverse fortunes.----more----Amogh Rohmetra article here: https://theprint.in/politics/bjp-won-105-ls-seats-by-3-lakh-votes-in-2019-up-from-42-in-2014-what-it-could-mean-for-2024/1624058/?amp----more----https://theprint.in/elections/bjp-won-224-seats-with-50-vote-share-in-2019-88-more-than-2014-but-opposition-finds-silver-lining/1640168/

Nearly 11 years after rationalist Narendra Dabholkar was shot dead, a Pune court sentenced 2 assailants to life imprisonment Friday; 3 others were acquitted due to lack of evidence.  

Another pressing issue plaguing the disability sector in India is the absence of proactive initiatives from state governments. This is despite disability being a state subject.  

Nutrition advocates urge for stricter cut-offs for sugar in packaged foods. Demand transparency and accountability in food labelling.  

What's the 10 year contract for Chabahar Port signed by India & Iran? Read Here: https://theprint.in/diplomacy/win-win-deal-india-iran-sign-10-year-contract-for-chabahar-port-amid-gaza-war/2082266/

Link- https://hindi.theprint.in/politics/rahul-asked-for-votes-for-sharmila-in-kadapa-said-congress-is-not-behind-ysrs-name-appearing-in-jagan-da-case/688636/  

#NationalInterest Many students of foreign ethnicities are protesting on US campuses against their own country's governments. Unable to voice their dissent in their own countries, they choose to protest where they can. This trend echoes discussions on the 'globalisation of revenge' dating back to March 8, 2003, as highlighted in Shekhar Gupta's analysis on #NationalInterest. Watch:

Even in the weeks leading up to Chamkila’s assassination, there were massacres every other day. To airbrush all of this is sheer intellectual cowardice, if not a crime. And you know what, just as smug Bollywood filmmakers would like us to believe now that what Punjab — and the Sikhs — endured in 1988 was just some bad crime, Trudeau’s Canadians now see the Sikh diaspora gangs in their countries, who’ve all slipped through their immigration filters, though the same lens. Watch this week's #NationalInterest with ThePrint Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta

The Supreme Court today granted interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the Delhi Excise Policy case till the end of the ongoing Lok Sabha elections. In Episode 1448 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta along with editors Bhadra Sinha and Ananya Bhardwaj, discuss SC's bail order & its conditions, why it is 'unprecedented' and the complexities and legalities of the case.----more----Read Supreme Court order copy here: https://webapi.sci.gov.in/supremecourt/2024/16350/16350_2024_2_50_53083_Judgement_10-May-2024.pdf

The Congress has muddied the water and added jargon like 'X-ray of inequality’, which has nothing to do with caste census.  

जेजेपी के चौटाला ने राज्यपाल को पत्र लिखकर कहा कि भाजपा सरकार ने सदन में बहुमत खो दिया है. इस बीच कांग्रेस राज्य के राजनीतिक हालात पर राज्यपाल को ज्ञापन सौंपने पर विचार कर रही है.----more---- https://hindi.theprint.in/politics/political-crisis-in-haryana-former-bjp-ally-dushyant-chautala-demands-floor-test/687937/

JJP's Chautala writes to Governor saying BJP govt has lost majority in House. Meanwhile, Congress is looking to submit memorandum to Governor on state's political situation. ----more---- https://theprint.in/politics/in-haryana-bjps-ex-ally-dushyant-chautala-calls-for-floor-test-congress-seeks-time-with-governor/2077291/

EAC-PM report on religious minorities reveals a decline in the majority population across countries including India. In episode 1447 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta, talks about the Hindu/Muslim ratio changes in India, trends in neighbouring countries, political implications.----more----Read full PMO committee report here: https://eacpm.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Share-of-Religious-Minorities-EAC-PM-Working-Paper.pdf

WHY DID SAM PITRODA RESIGN AS CHAIRMAN OF INDIAN OVERSEAS CONGRESS?

#ThePrintSuprabhat में नीलम पाण्डेय की रिपोर्ट: मनोज तिवारी बोले- PM मुसलमानों को निशाना नहीं बना रहे, बल्कि संपत्ति छीनने की कांग्रेस की योजना को बेनकाब कर रहे सुनिए अलमिना खातून @almink05 से   https://hindi.theprint.in/politics/manoj-tiwari-said-pm-is-not-targeting-muslims-but-is-exposing-congresss-plan-to-snatch-property/687535/

The dismissal of her nephew, Akash Anand as her successor and calling him 'immature', has raised questions about Mayawati's intentions for her party in UP politics. In episode 1446 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta, along with Dilip Mandal and ThePrint Political Editor DK Singh look at Mayawati's rampant political decisions and their implications for BSP in UP politics.

Affirmative action in India has always been a secular project. The argument against Muslim quota ignores three key questions.----more---- https://theprint.in/opinion/muslim-quota-pasmandas-modi-bjp-oppose-reservation/2074538/

With the third phase of Lok Sabha polls today, eight states have concluded polling. In Episode 1445 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta discusses the past performance of the BJP, Congress, and other prominent regional parties in important constituencies.

https://theprint.in/politics/prajwal-revanna-sex-abuse-case-gives-kumaraswamy-upper-hand-in-jds-family-power-struggle/2074173/ How has the sexual assault ‘scandal’ given Kumaraswamy an upper hand in JD(S)?  Sharan Poovanna has more on this in #ThePrintAM

घटती मांग, बढ़ती उत्पादन कीमत, क्यों धीरे-धीरे खत्म हो रहा है फिरोजाबाद का 200 साल पुराना चूड़ी उद्योग

Satellite images reveal China constructing a road in the Shaksgam Valley of Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir, near the Siachen Glacier, posing security concerns for India. In episode 1444 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta discusses geopolitical ramifications of such a construction, why the government of India protested against it and what it means for the India-Pakistan-China trijunction across the Karakoram.----more----SINO-PAKISTAN “AGREEMENT" : https://www.claudearpi.in/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/1963-Agreement-GOI.pdf----more----Ramifications of the China-Pakistan Border Treaty Author(s): W. M. Dobell : https://www.jstor.org/stable/2754976----more----China – Pakistan Boundary: https://library.law.fsu.edu/Digital-Collections/LimitsinSeas/pdf/ibs085.pdf----more----SHAKSGAM EXPEDITION, 1937 BY E. E SHIPTON: https://www.alpinejournal.org.uk/Contents/Contents_1938_files/AJ50%2034-59%20Shipton%20Shaksgam%20Expedition.pdf

पश्चिम बंगाल में एक रैली में प्रधानमंत्री ने तृणमूल कांग्रेस पर राज्य में हिंदुओं के साथ ‘दोयम दर्जे के नागरिक’ जैसा व्यवहार करने का आरोप लगाया.

Closure report in Rohith Vemula case absolves then Secunderabad MP Bandaru Dattatreya, MLC N. Ramchander Rao & University of Hyderabad V-C Appa Rao, besides Union minister Smriti Irani & ABVP leaders.

 Important questions arise as Congress declares Rahul Gandhi as its candidate for Rae Bareli Lok Sabha constituency, giving the family bastion Amethi a miss. In Episode 1442 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta along with Political Editor DK Singh and correspondents Shikha Salaria & Sanya Dhingra discuss implications of this move, the rise of Yogi Adityanath and what this means for heartland politics.

Ten states are going to polls in the third phase of General Elections 2024. Of these, inflation is a pain point in at least 5. What promises can parties make to ease this pain? Economist Radhika Pandey & Deputy Editor TCA Sharad Raghavan discuss in #MacroSutra.----more----Read this week's MacroSutra here: https://theprint.in/macrosutra/how-poll-bound-states-are-grappling-with-price-rise-a-factor-likely-to-impact-voter-sentiment/2066642/

The SCO is critical for India to advance its priorities for peace and prosperity in its northern periphery and broader Eurasia.----more----https://theprint.in/opinion/sco-is-not-an-anti-western-club-indias-presence-is-a-guarantee-against-it/2066317/

https://hindi.theprint.in/politics/a-month-after-protesting-against-caste-census-congress-leader-anand-sharma-all-set-to-contest-his-first-lok-sabha-election/686207/

Shift in approach comes in response to setbacks faced after failing to open account in 2019 Lok Sabha & 2021 assembly elections. But change hasn't been easy in Bengal.  

Hassan MP & NDA candidate Prajwal Revanna has flown out of country after obscene videos of him with different women surfaced. He was today suspended from JD(S). But the reactions of his uncle reveal fault lines in Deve Gowda's family. In Episode 1441 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta discusses the implications of the sleaze videos for JD(S) & their influence on Karnataka politics.

यह रेखांकित करते हुए कि किसी भी मुख्यमंत्री को ‘अनिश्चित अवधि’ के लिए अनुपस्थित नहीं रहना चाहिए, कोर्ट ने एमसीडी आयुक्त को किताबें खरीदने का निर्देश दिया, भले ही उनका बजट 5 करोड़ रुपये से अधिक हो और ‘लापरवाही’ के लिए दिल्ली सरकार की आलोचना की. ----more---- https://hindi.theprint.in/india/why-hc-pulled-up-delhi-govt-over-delay-in-procuring-textbooks-real-issue-is-who-takes-credit/685603/

No mainstream political party in India has a disability cell. The only candidate with a disability across parties is BJP's Devendra Jhajharia.

The Washington Post suggested former R&AW chief Samant Goel approved alleged plot to kill Pannun & that Biden raised matter with Modi during visit to India last September.

The rise of Modi as a pre-eminent political personality marked the shifting of the largest tectonic plate in 2014. He is the first non-Dynasty leader to acquire this domineering stature, the only non-Brahmin and also the first never to have been in the Congress party. He could rule India on his own strength and definitely own his party as well. Watch #NationalInterest, originally published on 12 April, 2014, with the Editor-in-Chief @ShekharGupta where he predicted the rise of the national leader & its impact on national politics. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Exclusive content, special privileges & more – Subscribe to ThePrint for Special benefits: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with ThePrint » Subscribe to ThePrint: https://theprint.in/subscribe/ » Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3nCMpht » Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theprintindia » Tweet us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theprintindia » Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprintindia » Find us on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/theprint » Subscribe to ThePrint on Telegram: https://t.me/ThePrintIndia » Find us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2NMVlnB » Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3pEOta8

We had no love for Iran in January when it was dropping missiles on Pakistan. Then I told you that Iran was just as bad for us as India, now I am telling you east or west, Iran is the best.  

Tribal seat will see fight between former CM Madhu Koda’s wife Geeta Koda & JMM’s Joba Majhi. According to analysts, JMM is trying to turn the tables on BJP by targeting Kodas.  

Ghani was expelled from party for criticising Modi’s Banswara speech. BJP functionaries say he was a dedicated party worker & one of party's trusted Muslim faces in Bikaner.  

Modi’s approach to this election, despite the odds favouring him so heavily, is intriguing. He’s setting it up in terms of fears of the Congress returning to power. A theme has not yet emerged for BJP & people see lack of a contest, which makes it unexciting. Watch this week's National Interest with Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta.----more----Read this week's National Interest here: https://theprint.in/national-interest/frontrunner-is-letting-challenger-define-this-poll-campaign-modi-still-hasnt-found-a-central-theme/2058957/----more----Read Amogh Rohmetra's article here: https://theprint.in/elections/whats-the-nari-shakti-in-2024-polls-bjp-has-1-in-6-women-candidates-congress-1-in-7/2057895/

भाजपा और कांग्रेस दोनों ने महिलाओं को कम संख्या में टिकट दिया है. बिहार में किसी भी पार्टी ने एक भी महिला को उम्मीदवार नहीं बनाया.----more----https://hindi.theprint.in/politics/women-power-condition-in-2024-elections-bjp-gave-tickets-to-1-out-of-6-women-congress-gave-tickets-to-1-out-of-7-women/684730/

Gold is suddenly in high demand, not just among households, but also central banks across the world. Why is this, and what does this mean for the price of gold? Economist Radhika Pandey and Deputy Editor TCA Sharad Raghavan explore in #MacroSutra.

कई साल बाद पहली बार चरण सिंह के परिवार से कोई भी पारंपरिक लोकसभा सीट बागपत से चुनाव नहीं लड़ रहा है. रालोद के बीजेपी के साथ गठबंधन से यहां के मुसलमान खुद को ‘ठगा’ हुए महसूस कर रहे हैं.  

From singer-politician Hans Raj Hans to Patiala MP Preneet Kaur, BJP candidates are facing protests from farmers over MSP issue & death of 4 farmers, allegedly run over by minister's son.

Gyalson was announced as BJP candidate as sitting MP Namgyal was dropped after he became unpopular among Ladakhis for 'not standing up for the region'.

People in Tamil Nadu and Kerala are looking for a third alternative. BJP can fill the slot in 2024 polls but there are seven impediments to it, ThePrint’s Political Editor DK Singh explains in this episode of #PoliticallyCorrect

अग्निपथ योजना के तहत नौकरी की गारंटी में कमी के चलते दाखिलों में भी गिरावट आ रही है और झुंझुनू में सेना के उम्मीदवारों के कई कोचिंग सेंटर बंद होने की कगार पर आ चुके हैं.----more----https://hindi.theprint.in/india/no-bride-for-firefighters-reasons-for-avoiding-defense-coaching-in-the-city-of-martyrs-of-rajasthan/683956/

कांग्रेस के हुबली धारवाड़ नगर निगम के पार्षद निरंजन हीरेमठ की बेटी नेहा की हुबली के बीवीबी कॉलेज में फयाज खोंडुनाईक ने चाकू मारकर हत्या कर दी.----more----https://hindi.theprint.in/india/neha-hiremaths-case-heats-up-in-karnataka-accuseds-mother-denies-love-jihad/683573/

If successful, FPO is expected to not only increase company’s competitiveness & slow its ongoing loss of market share, but also to significantly reduce risk of a duopoly in the industry.----more----https://theprint.in/economy/why-sector-analysts-govt-officials-even-airtel-chairman-are-cheering-on-vodafone-ideas-fpo/2050154/

https://hindi.theprint.in/politics/river-full-of-crocodiles-jungle-missing-phone-network-what-is-the-condition-of-villages-of-up-on-india-nepal-border/683526/      

इस बार हमारे राजनीतिक भूगोल के बड़े हिस्से में चुनावी मुक़ाबले का नतीजा भले साफ नजर आ रहा हो, मगर कुछ हिस्से में यह मुक़ाबला 2019 के मुक़ाबले से भी ज्यादा तीखा है  

दिल्ली के मुख्यमंत्री केजरीवाल की गिरफ्तारी के बाद AAP अपने ‘जेल से जवाब’ अभियान के जरिए से शहर में धारणा की लड़ाई जीतने की कोशिश कर रही है, जबकि भाजपा का कहना है कि अदालतों ने उन्हें ज़मानत देने से इनकार किया है.----more----https://hindi.theprint.in/politics/sympathy-wave-or-seeds-of-doubt-kejriwals-arrest-dominates-aap-vs-bjp-showdown-in-delhi/683217/

Resentment against some BJD leaders, but no dent on Naveen babu's image in Odisha. 'He is like our God'

The IMF, ADB and World Bank have all upgraded India’s growth, soon after their earlier projections. What has changed their minds? Economist Radhika Pandey and Deputy Editor TCA Sharad Raghavan explain in #MacroSutra Read Radhika Pandey's column here : https://theprint.in/macrosutra/india-set-to-grow-faster-than-expected-but-geopolitical-tensions-inflation-global-debt-loom/2046925/

मार्च में पार्टी में लौटे उधमपुर-डोडा से कांग्रेस के उम्मीदवार चौधरी लाल सिंह ने कहा, अनुच्छेद 370 को निरस्त करने से जम्मू-कश्मीर में केवल समस्याएं बढ़ीं और नई समस्याएं पैदा हुईं.----more----#ThePrintSuprabhat में अमोघ रोहमेत्रा की रिपोर्ट: ‘डोगरा की पहचान दूसरों से कम है?’ कांग्रेस उम्मीदवार लाल सिंह ने जम्मू के लिए की अनुच्छेद 371 की वकालत सुनिए अलमिना खातून @almink05 से https://hindi.theprint.in/politics/dogra-identity-is-less-than-others-congress-candidate-lal-singh-advocated-article-371-for-jammu/682733/

Only 1,016 of 13 lakh aspirants who appeared for UPSC in 2023 qualified for civil services. In Episode 1435 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta explores why so few make the cut & the wider debate around much-needed reforms to the system.

Who are the two 'shooters' held for firing outside Salman Khan's residence?

2014 में भी, भाजपा के घोषणापत्र में गोरखालैंड की मांग का कोई जिक्र नहीं था, लेकिन बाद में पार्टी ने मुद्दे के समाधान के लिए इसमें एक भाग जोड़ा. बीजेपी के दार्जिलिंग सांसद का कहना है कि समाधान पर गृह मंत्रालय में 'बातचीत जारी' है.----more----https://hindi.theprint.in/politics/not-including-gorkhaland-issue-in-bjps-manifesto-can-create-problems-for-bjp/682407/

Important questions arise on Punjab/Sikh politics as the number of “observant” Sikhs qualified to vote in SGPC elections halves. In Episode 1434 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta discusses the implications, shrinking Sikh religious politics, opening a wide vacuum in Punjab.----more----https://theprint.in/statedraft/sehajdhari-sikhs-push-for-sgpc-voting-rights-ahead-of-ls-polls-hopeful-as-sad-bjp-no-longer-allies/2039341/----more----https://theprint.in/india/declining-faith-or-trust-deficit-sgpcs-electoral-roll-declines-by-50-since-2011/2030339/

Benjamin Netanyahu will likely take even more erratic actions against Iran, especially now that he is more isolated than before and finds himself on the losing side of everything.----more----https://theprint.in/opinion/irans-response-to-israels-attack-is-a-turning-point-in-history-will-netanyahu-fold/2043084/

What is BJP's Kerala strategy for 2024 Lok Sabha Elections?

Iran's drone and missile assault against Israel on Saturday has shifted the established rules of engagement between the two nations. In Episode 1433 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta analyses the Israel-Iran conflict, Israel’s remarkable array of anti- missile defense technologies.----more----https://www.haaretz.com/middle-east-news/2024-04-15/ty-article/.premium/arab-states-[…]an-israeli-counterstrike/0000018e-e0df-d4da-a18f-ecfffe8e0000----more----https://x.com/fareedzakaria/status/1779534847586820243?s=12----more----https://www.twz.com/all-the-layers-of-israels-vaunted-integrated-air-defense-system

Government data shows MNCs have favourite states when it comes to where to invest. Auto companies especially look for specific advantages that some states have & concentrate on those.  

44 years later, as the BJP heads for a likely third successive term in power, it is fascinating to debate how true it looks to that original proposition: a party with a difference. How might it look when it turns 50, six years from now? Watch this week's #NationalInterest with ThePrint Editor-in-Chief @ShekharGupta  Read Shekhar Gupta's National Interest here : https://theprint.in/national-interest/44-years-on-two-things-that-have-changed-in-modis-bjp-and-one-that-hasnt/2038782/

In a series of protests led by environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk, Ladakhis are protesting against BJP policies since they lost their grazing areas to Chinese incursions and Indian corporations. In Episode 1432 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta along with Senior Associate Editor Ananya Bhardwaj discusses the key issues surrounding the Ladakh agitation, environmentalist Sonam Wangchuk's demands and why the UT is protesting.

As the general elections approach, it’s timely to look at how optimistic the Indian public is feeling about its economic situation. Economist Radhika Pnadey and Deputy Editor TCA Sharad Raghavan look at a range of indicators to measure the mood of the nation, in #MacroSutra Read Radhika Pandey's column here : https://theprint.in/macrosutra/in-india-households-optimistic-about-state-of-economy-despite-rising-debt-expect-inflation-to-ease/2036788/

PM Justin Trudeau, appearing before public inquiry on foreign interference in Canadian elections, denied that interference by Chinese officials cost Conservative Party any seats.  

एनआईए ने हालांकि, आरोपों से इनकार किया और कहा कि अधिकारियों पर भीड़ द्वारा हमला किया गया और एक को मामूली चोट आई. इस बीच, बंगाल पुलिस का कहना है कि एनआईए ने ‘इस तरह की छापेमारी के लिए मदद का कोई मौका नहीं दिया.’----more----https://hindi.theprint.in/india/nia-caught-tmc-worker-in-bhupatinagar-blast-case-son-said-kicked-his-father/681330/

Amid Kerala's multi-party, multi-faith politics, BJP is trying to ground its image as the number 2 party and weaken the Congress led UDF. In Episode 1431 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta discusses the politics of Kerala, its religious demographics & why BJP is cashing in on the Muslim-Christian politics.----more----Read Fatima Khan article here: https://theprint.in/politics/not-cows-to-be-milked-muslims-in-bengal-kerala-assam-are-now-assertive-want-recognition/635205/----more----https://theprint.in/politics/not-cows-to-be-milked-muslims-in-bengal-kerala-assam-are-now-assertive-want-recognition/635205/----more----The Syro-Malabar Church-run 'Deepika' daily has written a stinging editorial on 11 April 2024 against the BJP over Manipur. Link here: https://www.deepika.com/Editorial.aspx?Newscode=701297

दिप्रिंट को दिए एक इंटरव्यू में कुमार ने कहा कि किसी विशेष समुदाय को निशाना नहीं बनाया जा रहा है. वे यूपी में बेहतर कानून-व्यवस्था की स्थिति के लिए विदेशी निवेश बढ़ने का भी श्रेय देते हैं.----more----https://hindi.theprint.in/india/not-given-arms-for-decoration-up-dgp-prashant-kumar-on-encounter-killings-in-state/680990/

ThePrintAM: Why did SC pull up Uttarakhand govt in Patanjali ads case?

PM Modi is in Tamil Nadu for the 7th time this year, ahead of the Lok Sabha polls. In Episode 1430 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta discusses the intricacies of Tamil Nadu politics and what PM Modi is seeking in the state.----more----Read Prabhakar Thamilarasu article here: https://theprint.in/politics/pm-gears-up-for-7th-visit-to-tn-this-year-targets-6-seats-heres-a-look-at-bjps-gameplan-in-state/2030031/----more----https://theprint.in/politics/bjp-bid-to-carve-out-space-in-tn-hits-unlikely-roadblock-a-dmk-aiadmk-ploy-to-keep-outsider-out/2027731/

Tarkhanwala Dera is located on the right bank of Ghaggar in Anupgarh tehsil of Sri Ganganagar district in Rajasthan. It was strategically located along the trade route toward Harappan in the north and Mohenjo-daro in the west. Today the site remains destroyed, despite being protected by the central government. Watch Columnist & Archaeologist Disha Ahluwalia explain in #ThePrintVideo. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Read full article here: https://theprint.in/opinion/tarkhanwala-dera-excavations-revealed-unique-harappan-settlement-but-it-was-left-to-die/2032148/

टिकट वितरण को लेकर कर्नाटक में कम से कम नौ सीटों पर असंतोष पैदा हो गया है. हालांकि, भाजपा के केंद्रीय नेतृत्व ने असंतुष्ट नेताओं को दो विकल्प दिए हैं - जैसा कहा जाए वैसा करो या दुष्परिणाम भुगतो----more----https://hindi.theprint.in/politics/amit-shahs-strict-message-amid-rebellion-in-karnataka-bjp-follow-modis-rules-or-face-consequences/680631/

Nearly a week after National Congress fielded its candidates for the upcoming elections, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) fielded candidates for all three of the Kashmir Valley seats due to lack of consensus with the INDIA bloc. In Episode 268 of Cut The Clutter, originally published on Sep 17, 2019, Shekhar Gupta delved into the politics of Kashmir and the shifts and the changes through the years.

The Indian Medical Association and other allopathic doctors have no moral basis to cast aspersions on Ayurveda or AYUSH companies.----more----https://theprint.in/opinion/dont-let-just-ramdevs-patanjali-take-the-fall-allopathy-isnt-immune-to-misleading-ads/2032988/

Genome sequencing from a patient in Texas showed that the flu was caused by the highly pathogenic avian influenza A. Experts say it’s too soon to make predictions but advise caution.----more----https://theprint.in/health/bird-flu-outbreak-in-the-us-what-is-h5n1-avian-influenza-should-india-be-concerned/2033077/

Denial of tickets to politically entrenched MPs, lightweights as CMs, ministers and in key party positions, promotion of select detractors-- battle of succession in BJP has begun, ThePrint's Political Editor DK Singh analyses in this episode of #PoliticallyCorrect

What's behind TMC Vs NIA fight in West Bengal?

शांभवी चौधरी लोक जनशक्ति पार्टी (आरवी) या एनडीए की उम्मीदवार बनकर आरक्षित सीट से चुनाव लड़ेंगी. इस बीच, सनी हज़ारी कांग्रेस में शामिल हो गए हैं, लेकिन पार्टी ने अभी तक अपने उम्मीदवार की घोषणा नहीं की है. https://hindi.theprint.in/politics/children-of-two-confidants-of-bihar-cm-may-face-each-other-in-samastipur-lok-sabha-seat/680410/

In order to determine the 'true nature' of the Bhojshala complex in Dhar, MP, ASI is conducting a survey after petitions were filed to ascertain if it is a temple or a mosque. In Episode 1429 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta discusses the history of the monument & why there are contesting claims around it.

If you ever want to witness what brain drain can do to a city, look at Kolkata.

Researchers have often wondered what leads to left-handedness, an enduring question through human history, with sinister implications. Latest findings in biology might explain some links. ThePrint #̦PureScience, Sandhya Ramesh explains. Subscribe to the Pure Science Telegram Channel https://t.me/PureScienceWithSandhyaRamesh Apply to ThePrint School of Journalism now: https://school.theprint.in/

Nine-judge bench of Supreme Court’, including Justice Nagarathna, is delving into complexities of industrial alcohol regulation — a matter her father, then CJI, ruled on in 1989.

Long, before a group of Islamic State-linked terrorists began their killing at the Crocus Theatre in Moscow, jihad in Central Asia and the Caucuses, was stoked by a cynical geopolitical competition involving the Nazi Führer Adolf Hitler, the Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin and the CIA. Even today, the mistrust and bitterness of this Cold War game undermines hopes of building a consensus against Islamist terror.----more----Read full article here: https://theprint.in/opinion/security-code/who-led-islamic-state-terrorists-to-moscow-hitler-stalin-cia-all-helped-pave-the-road/2021511/

What are the highlights of Congress' 2024 manifesto?  

India’s principal opposition party Congress today released its parliamentary election manifesto for 2024. In episode 1428 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta analyses key shifts and changes in the manifesto, how it differs from the previous ones and why it signals Congress' shift back to the centre.

Dravidian parties keeping BJP out of Lok Sabha election rhetoric after realising BJP is eyeing state election, say political analysts. Since 1967, either DMK or AIADMK has ruled state.

With the end of the financial year 2023-24, it’s a good time to see how the economy has done over the year. Spanning a range of indicators, Economist Radhika Pandey and Deputy Editor TCA Sharad Raghavan bring you the latest report card of the economy in #MacroSutra

The US should stop marking red lines and draw a longer line of cooperative framework. ----more---- https://theprint.in/opinion/eric-garcettis-red-line-remark-is-unreasonable-exposes-us-double-standards-on-security/2028502/

'Ever since independence, Indian policy on its maritime border with Sri Lanka has been driven by the need to protect the interests of ethnic Tamils in that country, and keep foreign powers out of the Indian Ocean. The Bharatiya Janata Party’s use of Katchatheevu island as an election-time tool threatens to undermine India’s bigger strategic objectives', says Contributing Editor Praveen Swami in #ThePrint #SecurityCode

जेल अधिकारियों ने बताया कि हालांकि, दिल्ली के मुख्यमंत्री टहलने के लिए अपने सेल से बाहर निकल सकते हैं, लेकिन वे अन्य कैदियों से बात नहीं कर सकते. इसलिए जब भी वे बाहर निकलते हैं तो आंगन का एक हिस्सा साफ हो जाता है.----more----https://hindi.theprint.in/india/sweeping-the-floor-in-jail-watching-movies-reading-books-how-kejriwal-is-spending-his-days-in-tihar/679067/

https://theprint.in/politics/why-tejasvi-surya-is-not-in-bjps-list-of-lok-sabha-star-campaigners-2nd-time-after-karnataka-polls/2027195/

The union government is vigorously promoting three corridors: The Chennai-Vladivostok route to the east, the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC) in the west leading to the trilateral highway in South East Asia, and the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) initiative through the Arabian Peninsula. In episode 1427 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta along with ThePrint's foreign affairs correspondents, Pia Krishnankutty and Keshav Padmanabhan, discusses key points of each of these corridors, the shift in geopolitics, the individual challenges and why India is at the centre of all of it.