Micro steps for a successful macro change
I have the students for six hours a day. The community has them for 18 hours, plus prenatal and early childhood. I do not
Will the G-23 show courage to free Congress from the slavery of Gandhi family
A meeting scheduled to be held in person at the party headquarters of Congress, at 24, Akbar Road, on 16th of October, 2021,
How the simple tech solutions enhance e-commerce sales
God often dwells in small things and so does success for e-commerce brands. After the first twoCOVID waves, on one hand, e-
Indias Communal Politics Has Irked Muslim Nations. Its Time To Course Correct
What will India do if besides Pakistan, other nations also start summoning Indian envoys over anti-Muslim violence
Why revival of Congress is as much a threat to regional parties as it is to BJP
The Congress party has dominated the headlines for the last few weeks. Unsurprisingly, most of this coverage is negative.
Phobia that boosted Indian vaccination
Peculiar Indian behaviour and fears have helped the vaccination numbers to surge. Jaldi naha lo warna paani chala jayega! (
Fake Quote Attributed To Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia Revived
A member of Bangladesh Nationalist Party's press wing confirmed to BOOM that Zia didn't make any such statement
Contest development rankings with data, not diatribe
Most development indices by UN agencies, international non-government organisations and academic institutions have been
A Generous Dash Of Vermilion For The Goddess
By that time, a few other ladies had gathered around. Rumours fly faster than a supersonic plane in Indian societies. Chants
Kashmir Militancy: Same Factory of Terror Producing Different 'Brands
TRF, PAPF and United Liberation Front have avoided religious symbolism to secularise the jihad in Kashmir
Emperor Mihirbhoj Pratihar: Saving his legacy from vote bank politics
The birth anniversary of Rajput Emperor Mihirbhoj Parihar, one of the greatest rulers of the ninth century, is being
Bribe and prejudice: To hafta and to hafta not
Madhya Pradesh MLA Ram Bai has let the cat of corruption out of the bag of bribery. In a video that has gone more viral than
Spare the rod, save the child and yourself
The 28-second video is chilling. A burly, balding man of 56, wielding a stick, hovers over a schoolboy who is on his knees.
On the draw - October 17, 2021
Tom Vattakuzhys death of Gandhi
Tom Vattakuzhys Death of Gandhi has been in the news recently because it has been used on the cover of a book written by the
Why is the Madhya Pradesh government replacing eggs with milk in midday meals
As the debate continues, it is important to understand why activists are making a case for eggs in mid-day meals. Farzana
Weary, when you knocked at my doors, Oh my darling, did I not let you in? But now that you have it all in place It seems like
Wanton civiliankillings to scarepeople in Kashmir
Early this year, both India and Pakistan exchanged vows to restore peace along the LoC by agreeing on a ceasefire after years
Boost to infrastructure through teamwork
Collaboration is the secret sauce of all projects and the government, it appears, is belatedly giving it a burl
Farewell sermon of Prophet Muhammad: Justice, peace, forgiveness, non-violence
By Moin Qazi As you read these lines, 1.6 billion Muslims across the world, from Morocco toIndonesia, will be paying homage
Strongest Defenders of Environment Are Those Affected by It, Says LIFE Founder
LIFE was recently awarded the Right Livelihood Award of 2021, also known as Swedens alternative Nobel Prize
Knowing when to deliver Mount Manipur
Courtesy The Sangai Express Editorial October 18, 2021
My best Friend :: Poem by Dr Ranbir Laishram
My best Friend :: Poem by Dr Ranbir Laishram
Entrepreneurship through Mushroom :: Dr Sumitra Phurailatpam
Entrepreneurship through Mushroom :: Dr Sumitra Phurailatpam
Appeal to Manipur govt for recommendation of ST :: Meetei Council
Appeal to Manipur govt for recommendation of ST :: Meetei Council
Mirabai Chanu - The daughter of Meira Paibis :: ZK Pahrii Pou
Mirabai Chanu - The daughter of Meira Paibis :: ZK Pahrii Pou
Gandhi and Savarkar shared goal of independence, differed on means
Coal India, the fall guy for power crisis
October 18, 1981, Forty Years Ago: Akali demands
Why defence ministers claim that Savarkar filed mercy petitions on Gandhis
Elimination of tax havens is a human rights issue
Human rights defenders dont tarnish Indias image
Celebrate, carefully: India should enjoy its festive season but keep a watch on
In July-August this year, modellers variably but confidently predicted that a third wave of Covid would hit India in August
The eternals: Gandhis once again prevail at CWC. Wheres the plan for doing so
For those who had let the press of assembly elections and the recent Kapil Sibal press conference raise hopes of the Congress
Commodity spike: A price surge in inputs when demand is weak makes it a tricky
A firm trend in global commodity prices generally complicates economic policy in India as the country is a net importer of
Skillings a lifelong process; digital focus needed: The ladder of skilling must
Rajeev Chandrasekhar, MoS, entrepreneurship, skill development, electronics & technology, who was earlier an engineer in the
Second coming of SRK: Its all in slowmo again, as fans with granny duties
All the ladies and lads who had fallen in love with SRK long, long, long ago are once again obsessed with him. His latest
Which way is the political wind blowing in UP
Will viral videos be enough for the Congress party to regain lost ground in Uttar Pradesh
Khilafat and the Perils of Pan-Islamism
Pan-Islamists have always been committed to the institution and preservation of the caliphate, this being the centre of the
Are Indias borders under renewed threat
Our emerging commitment to the Indo-US strategic partnership provides insufficient support for our dilemma in dealing with
Letters to the Editor October 18, 2021
At the CWC meetingIt is surprising that Mrs Sonia Gandhi, as a full-time and hands-on Congress President, has not utilised
The IPL reaffirmed the value of experience while showcasing new talent
A murder most foul: On the lynching at a farmer protest site
The farmers movement must not let their platform to be used by sectarian outfits
State elections, limits of caste-based strategies
Caste demographics do not have the deterministic effect on electoral outcomes that is often assumed
A Turkish foreign policy treading on Ottoman footprints
Ankara could soon realise that domestic divisions and economic fragility are what will determine its regional influence
The Electricity (Amendment) Bill is a game-changer
Sir Syed Ahmad Khans ideas on religious unity and the use of education for national integration are still relevant
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India badly needs an overarching policy framework for data governance
Data is equated with oil and gold, thanks to the underlying value potential
View: Finally, government is getting out of 30 years of socialist hangover
Over the last few months, there is firm evidence that Narendra Modis government is ready to walk a new path
Self-sufficiency in chips is a challenge that many other big dynamic economies are grappling with, and it is unclear if we
Nuclear power: A climate response that gets short shrift
The global energy crisis should spur a rational relook at a clean source needlessly seen as a hot potato
Sweden has not fared as well against covid as once thought
Its lockdown aversion didnt turn out all that well for the country
Why natural experiments are a natural choice for a Nobel prize
Institutionalizing their use for policy purposes would be a fitting tribute to the intellectual forebearers of this wonder
Dhoni didn't play to please the aesthete, he played to win
The value Dhoni brought to the field as Indias captain was calmness. This is possible only among those supremely confident of
Rakhi 2020: Designers give the traditional rakhi an artisanal touch
From fabric rakhis to those that go for the charm bracelet look, here are some innovative design updates for the rakhi
Video games with violent content dont lead to aggressive behaviour, says study
Researchers re-evaluate 28 existing global studies on the effects of gaming to find that video games do not actually lead to
Book excerpt: Mr Das and Mrs Sethi take a walk in Lodhi Gardens
In this exclusive excerpt from Diksha Basu's new novel 'Destination Wedding', a conservative Bengali man from New Jersey
Covid-19: Why we need to rethink ACs and indoor air quality
Modifications to existing HVAC systems, air filters can help reduce indoor airborne transmission
Well-wishers help Madras Crocodile Bank avoid a financial crisis during
The drop in visitors due to covid-19 lockdown affected revenues, but several donors have now stepped in, says park director
Covid-19: Making a case for goggles and face shields
As you prepare to step out, think beyond face masks: chances of infection through your eyes are also very high
Ganesh fights covid-19, environmental damage and for freedom in these avatars
Ganeshotsav celebrations across India often play on social, political, mythological and movie tropes
Recipe: A sweet start to the Parsi New Year
On this day, Parsi homes whip up two special sweet dishes considered to be auspicious
A growing number of rap artists are now raising social concerns in local dialects and regional languages
Are GI tags the boost that indigenous rice needs
While a GI tag brings recognition to rice varieties on the verge of extinction, much more is needed to truly make a
Motley Theatres Teen Ishqiya Afsaane celebrates 105 years of Ismat Chughtai
This online dramatised reading by Naseeruddin Shah, Heeba Shah and Ratna Pathak Shah looks at the ideas of migration and the
Delusions are infectious, and collective delusions shape history
The Burari case stands out as a shocker but falling under a spell is not really all that uncommon
Our farm income and nutrition challenge amid climate change
Sustainable agriculture practices are proving beneficial and the government must incentivise them
Three dark clouds over the Bretton Woods twins
The silver lining for the World Bank and IMF is that they have a rare chance now to weaken the sway of US politics, jettison
Photo Of Bangladesh Durga Puja Pandal Shared As West Bengal
BOOM found that the image shows a Durga Puja pandal from Bangladesh's Dhaka
Twenty years ago today: October 17
Strategic sale of HPCL, BPCL stake proposedThe Government is considering a proposal to disinvest part of its equity in two
Regulatory conundrumsThe recent RBI action against audit firm Haribhakti & Co LLP intrigued many economy watchers and several
A digital identification system is important for people who want to apply for the welfare schemes offered by the government.
Advertising: Surrogating the surrogacy
It started as a normal interaction in an extremely popular show of a megastar. One of the many talents of the legend is his
Modify traffic regulationMadurai traffic police have introduced a traffic regulation at Kalavasal junction: vehicles from
Democracy can deliverhas delivered was the refrain of Prime Minister Narendra Modis speech at the UNGA some three weeks ago.
Amit Malviya Tweets Chhattisgarh Hit And Run Video With Communal Spin
BOOM spoke to the local police who denied any communal angle in the incident
She Cant Hear Me, But I Try One Last Time Ama, I Am Happy Now; I Am Free I Just
This would be my first time alone, I hope you come soon. Covering my face with a dupatta, I had run towards the woods,
Inside a luxury hotel: QR codes, pre-plated meals and other pandemic protocols
A walkthrough of ITC Gardenia in Bengaluru reveals the measures taken by the luxury hotel to comply with new protocols
Atmanirbhar Bharat: Made-in-India sex toys coming soon
Indian sex toy e-tailers look at going local with manufacturing processes. One set of toys will be called Samaaj and Sanskaar
Is our planet ready to meet consumers demand for a healthy diet
Good nutrition is crucial for a healthy life. So, if we fix what we eat, we are doing ourselves a huge favor. The pandemic
The illegal and unconstitutional Republic of Singhu is now a fully functional
I have heard of the Indo-Pak border, as well as the Indo-China border. But if you have followed the news at any point during
The Maharajas frequent flyer programme
As very long-time user of the Air India frequent flyer program it is frustrating to see that nothing has changed over the
Philosophical pursuit of a good manager
Good managers are so rare. The worst is that we still dont know what makes a good manager. Is it the job experience that
Clipped Video Falsely Shared As Nitin Gadkari Criticising PM Modi
BOOM found that the video is from 2011 when Nitin Gadkari criticised former PM Manmohan Singh
New subscribers to help Jio's Q2; tariff hikes to aid Airtel, VIL: Analysts
The urgency around tariff hikes has come down with Vodafone Idea Ltd's (VIL) near-term cash outflow significantly reduced,
Qtrly earnings, global cues to drive trends in markets this week: Analysts
Of late, Benchmark indices have been on a record-breaking run
New subscribers to help Jio's Q2; tariff hikes to aid Airtel, VIL: Analysts
The urgency around tariff hikes has come down with Vodafone Idea Ltd's (VIL) near-term cash outflow significantly reduced,
Photo Of Anti-CAA Protest Viral As Killings In Jammu And Kashmir
BOOM found that the image is from Aurangabad, where protesters wore shrouds to demonstrate against the Citizenship Amendment