Punjab reports 4,657 stubble burning cases, 1,442 FIRs by Nov 9
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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 10 (IANS) A fresh political controversy has erupted after Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi recalled how former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi was moved to tears on seeing images of the devastation caused during Operation Blue Star in 1984. In her upcoming book, 'Belonging: A Journey of Love', scheduled for release on Tuesday, Sonia Gandhi has spoken about the emotional impact of the military operation on her mother-in-law, as quoted by NDTV. According to the report, the controversy follows Sonia Gandhi's interview with The Guardian ahead of the release of her book, in which she recalled Indira Gandhi's reaction after being shown photographs of the destruction during Operation Blue Star. Sonia Gandhi said that when her mother-in-law was shown images of the devastation inside the Golden Temple complex, ears rolled down her face. Her remarks have drawn a sharp reaction from the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), which questioned the Congress leadership's expression of anguish over an operation that it described as an attack on the Sikh community and Sri Akal Takht Sahib, the supreme temporal seat of the Sikhs. Reacting to the reports, SAD spokesperson Arshdeep Singh Kler questioned the Congress leadership's position, alleging that Operation Blue Star was carried out as part of a conspiracy. He said the pain inflicted by the operation would remain in the hearts of Sikhs for generations. Drawing a parallel with the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, Kler said the suffering caused by the Congress could not be expressed in words. The Congress committed genocide against Sikhs, and innocent Sikhs were murdered, he said. He challenged the Congress leadership to speak to families who lost their loved ones and whose homes were burnt during the violence, saying only then could they understand the extent of the community's suffering. Sonia Gandhi also recalled that Indira Gandhi faced threats to her life following the military operation and had begun preparing her family for the possibility of her death. She told us what to do in case she died - so she knew, Sonia Gandhi was quoted as saying by The Guardian. She was making preparations for her death. She told Rahul he must be brave and not to cry, she said as quoted by NDTV in its report. Sonia Gandhi also said she believed Indira Gandhi's visit to Kashmir with her grandchildren that summer was an attempt to say goodbye. Operation Blue Star was carried out by the Indian Army in June 1984 to flush out armed militants from the Golden Temple complex in Amritsar. The operation remains one of the most sensitive and painful chapters in Sikh history, with the damage to the complex and Sri Akal Takht Sahib continuing to evoke strong emotions. On October 31, 1984, months after the operation, Indira Gandhi was assassinated by two of her Sikh bodyguards at her residence in New Delhi. Meanwhile, defending the Congress, party working president Raj Kumar Verka said the party had never justified Operation Blue Star and maintained that Congress stood with Punjab and its people. Verka also referred to visits by Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi to the Golden Temple, stating that both leaders had offered prayers at the Sikh shrine.
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Thane (Maharashtra) [India], November 10: Mittral Life Science, a pharmaceutical wholesale and trading firm based in Kopari, Thane (East), today announced the availability of its product range through its network of distributors, stockists and chemists across Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Kalyan and the Konkan belt. Trade enquiries are also open to partners from other parts of India.
India Stick with Winning Formula: Unchanged XI Named for Crucial 3rd ODI Against New Zealand
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India vs NZ Live Streaming, 3rd ODI Live Telecast: Where To Watch
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3rd ODI: Unchanged India Ask New Zealand To Bat, Fisher Replaces Tickner
Unchanged India: After a two-hour delay due to rain and wet outfield, India won the toss and elected to bowl against New Zealand in the third ODI here at Seddon Park. The visitors, leading 2-0, are looking to take an unassailable lead and clinch the five-game series early on. The previous two ODIs were affected by rain, with both teams facing moments of frustration throughout the series so far. The Men in Blue won the opening ODI by five wickets in Auckland while chasing a revised DLS target of 143 in 22.2 overs. In the second ODI in Wellington, India were declared winners under the DLS method after rain brought an end to proceedings with the visitors at 113/7 while chasing 135, four runs ahead on the DLS par score. New Zealand have had a lot of injury issues and concussion problems, with the side naming several replacements over the course of the last one week. This game is a must-win contest for them to stay alive in the series. Shubman Gill will be captaining the side for the last time this series, with key players like him and KL Rahul, among others, not a part of the squad for the remaining two ODIs in order to prepare for the two-match Test series that follows next. A win on Tuesday will mark the first time Gill claims a series win away from home as India's captain. The home team, meanwhile, will look to bounce back in the series after sustaining multiple setbacks throughout the T20I and ODI series. Winning the toss by calling Tails again, Gill said, Hope the weather clears and that we repeat our performance. Going on and off is quite frustrating, hope we can play continuously. Kiwi skipper Mitchell Santner, meanwhile, said, We trained yesterday. Hope to do what we did the other day better. ODIs you think 300 is a good score but 180 would've been in the last game. Gotta assess conditions today. One change: Fisher is in for Tickner. Four seamers, they'll do the majority of the bowling Playing XIs: India: Shubman Gill (c), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, KL Rahul (wk), Naman Dhir, Anshul Kamboj, Auqib Nabi, Gurnoor Brar, Arshdeep Singh Playing XIs: Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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Air India Ltd. is considering appointing Balagopal Kunduvara as chief financial officer, tapping the veteran of Singapore Airlines Ltd. to help revive the Indian carriers finances after a record loss, according to people familiar with the matter.Kunduvara is a frontrunner for the position, said the people, who asked not to be identified discussing private deliberations. Most recently, he was finance chief for Garuda Indonesia, a position he recently left after holding the job for little more than a year.Also read | Australia's Qantas Airways to cut 850 jobs as AI takes off, back-office work shifts to IndiaPrior to that, Kunduvara spent more than two decades at Singapore Airlines, which is a partial owner of Air India alongside conglomerate Tata Group. Air India is seeking 100 billion rupees ($1.1 billion) in funding from its owners, Bloomberg News reported previously.An Air India spokesman didnt immediately respond to a request for comment.Air India is in the midst of a turnaround effort led by newly appointed Chief Executive Officer Tewolde Gebremariam after it posted a loss of more than 220 billion rupees last fiscal year. Tewolde has said he will focus on cutting costs.Kunduvara announced his departure from Garuda in a post on LinkedIn. While his time at the airline had been relatively brief, it coincided with an important period in the companys transformation, he said.A spokesperson for Garuda confirmed that Kunduvara had left the company.Kunduvara would take the CFO role as Air India faces high fuel costs due to the war in Iran. It also has to contend with geopolitical challenges that include a drop in traffic to the Middle East and being barred from Pakistani airspace, which forces west-bound flights from its main hub in New Delhi to take a circuitous route.Also read | Airlines go premium as demand for business-class seats outpaces economyTewolde, who previously led Ethiopian Airlines Group, has been looking to bolster Air Indias underperforming cargo business, and integrate key departments at Air India and its low-cost arm, Air India Express, to cut costs.The CEO is also looking at whether more flights to Europe and the US should be routed through Mumbai instead of Delhi to get around the Pakistani airspace closing.
Two jailed in California boat tragedy that killed Indian kids
Digital Desk | Washington, Nov 10 (IANS) Two Mexican boat pilots were sentenced to 70 months in prison each over a maritime smuggling voyage that killed four people, including two Indian children, when an overloaded vessel capsized off California in May 2025. Jesus Ivan Rodriguez Leyva, 28, and Julio Cesar Zuniga Luna, 32, were sentenced in federal court for piloting the panga that overturned near Del Mar. The Indian children were aged 14 and 10. The other two people killed were Mexican adults, according to the US Attorneys Office for the Southern District of California. The pilots admitted the boat carried more passengers than it could safely hold and had neither running lights nor a radio. Its motor developed problems before the fatal crossing, forcing them to return to their launch site in Mexico. Todays sentences reflect the serious consequences of placing greed above human life, US Attorney Adam Gordon said. Rodriguez and Zuniga pleaded guilty on April 14, 2026, to two counts of attempted bringing in illegal aliens resulting in death and two counts of attempted bringing in illegal aliens for financial gain. According to their plea agreements, they piloted the vessel from Mexico into the United States on May 5, 2025, with 19 migrants aboard, including three minors. The boat departed from Popotla, Mexico. After its motor developed problems, the pilots returned to the launch site, where it was quickly repaired. They then set out again for the United States. As they approached the beach at Del Mar, the pilots told passengers to remove their life jackets so they could leave the boat more easily and run to waiting vehicles, according to the plea agreements. About 200 yards from shore, the motor failed again. The vessel capsized in the surf as onlookers watched and filmed the incident and law enforcement was notified. Homeland Security Investigations, the US Coast Guard, local lifeguards and the US Border Patrol launched a joint search and rescue operation. Four migrants found on the beach were taken for medical care. Three others, including one minor, were found dead at the scene. Human smuggling organizations continue to show a reckless disregard for human life, said Justin De La Torre, chief patrol agent of the US Border Patrols San Diego sector. Plea documents described a network in which people in Mexico recruited drivers to meet arriving boats, conceal passengers in vehicles and take them to holding houses before moving them to their intended destinations. The drivers coordinated with conspirators in both Mexico and the United States.
Pakistans Punjab Minister Blames Diwali Firecrackers In India For Poor AQI In Lahore
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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 10 (IANS) A slight improvement in air quality was witnessed in Delhi on Tuesday morning, but pollution levels continued to remain in the 'very poor' category, with the city's Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 304 around 8.10 a.m., according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). The reading marked a decline from Monday's peak level, recorded a day after Diwali celebrations. However, several monitoring stations across the national capital continued to report high pollution levels. Pusa and Chandni Chowk recorded the highest AQI readings of 395 each, followed by NSUT Jaffarpur at 382 and Commonwealth Sports Complex at 380. Other monitoring stations also reported elevated pollution levels. The AQI stood at 303 in Burari, 236 in Karala, 272 in Ghoga, 266 in Nangloi, 293 in Tikri Kalan, 303 in Jharoda Kalan, 339 in NIH Narela, 327 at Lodhi Road and 370 at Talkatora Garden. Similarly, Aya Nagar recorded an AQI of 349, Punjabi Bagh 348, Shadipur 312, Sirifort 365, R.K. Puram 329, Delhi Technological University (DTU) 323, Rohini 301 and Bawana 314. Meanwhile, Delhi-NCR is unlikely to receive any immediate respite from pollution, as weather conditions are expected to remain largely unfavourable for the dispersion of pollutants. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted no rainfall in Delhi between November 10 and 15. An approaching Western Disturbance is expected to influence the western Himalayan region from Tuesday night, but its impact is unlikely to bring rain to the national capital. Wind speeds are also forecast to remain relatively low, ranging between 5 and 15 kmph, limiting the possibility of significant improvement in air quality. Meanwhile, Stage III restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) remain in force following the Commission for Air Quality Management's (CAQM) decision. Authorities have been directed to intensify pollution-control measures, strengthen enforcement and ensure compliance to prevent further deterioration. The restrictions cover Delhi and the adjoining districts of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. The emergency framework is implemented based on forecasts from the IMD and the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), enabling preventive action before pollution levels reach the 'severe' category. GRAP is a four-stage emergency mechanism coordinated by the CAQM, CPCB and state governments, with restrictions becoming progressively stricter as air quality worsens.
Punjab records 4,657 stubble-burning cases; 1,442 FIRs registered
Digital Desk | Patiala, Nov 10 (IANS) Punjab has recorded 4,657 stubble-burning incidents despite continued administrative action and monitoring to curb the practice, with 1,442 FIRs registered and environmental compensation of Rs 7.28 crore imposed, according to the latest report of the Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB). The report stated that of the total environmental penalties imposed, Rs 3.36 crore has been recovered so far. According to the data, harvesting has been completed across 93.70 per cent of the states total paddy area of 32.87 lakh hectares. Administrative and monitoring teams have continued inspections of agricultural fields to identify stubble-burning incidents and verify cases on the ground. So far, inspections have been conducted at 3,845 fields where fires were reported, while physical verification has confirmed evidence of stubble burning at 1,675 locations, as of November 9. In Patiala district, 299 stubble-burning incidents have been recorded. Of these, field inspections have been carried out in 195 cases, while physical evidence of burning has been confirmed at 122 locations. The district has registered 86 FIRs in connection with stubble burning and imposed environmental penalties amounting to Rs 43.50 lakh, of which Rs 15 lakh has been recovered. Additionally, red entries have been made in land records in 35 cases, while 185 warning notices have been issued. A district-wise analysis shows that Tarn Taran has recorded the highest number of stubble-burning incidents in the state, with 659 cases, followed by Ferozepur with 621 cases. Sangrur has reported 508 incidents, while Bathinda has recorded 412 cases, highlighting the continuing challenge faced by authorities in these districts. In terms of FIRs, Ferozepur has registered 365 cases, while Tarn Taran has recorded 307 FIRs. Sangrur has registered 80 FIRs, whereas Bathinda has reported 19. The figures indicate that enforcement measures, including field inspections, registration of criminal cases, environmental penalties and warning notices, are continuing across Punjab. However, the persistence of thousands of stubble-burning incidents despite these measures remains a major challenge for the state administration and its efforts to ensure effective crop residue management. The PPCB data also highlights the scale of the monitoring exercise, with thousands of field inspections undertaken and financial penalties imposed to discourage farmers from burning crop residue.
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3rd ODI: Rain Delays Toss Between India And New Zealand In Hamilton
New Zealand: Intermittent rain has delayed the toss in the third ODI between India and New Zealand at Seddon Park in Hamilton on Tuesday, with showers returning just as ground staff were preparing the playing area for action. The match was already under a weather cloud following heavy rainfall in the city over the last 12 hours. Although the rain had briefly stopped and ground staff were working to get the playing area ready, another spell of showers forced the covers back onto the square, further delaying the scheduled toss. The toss, originally scheduled for 2:30 PM local time (7:00 AM IST), was subsequently pushed back due to the interruption. However, there was some relief for both teams as the officials confirmed that the toss would take place at 3:02 PM local time (7:32 AM IST), with play scheduled to begin at 3:30 PM local time (8:00 AM IST). No overs were lost at the time of the announcement. Rain had been a major concern in the lead-up to the fixture, with AccuWeather issuing a heavy rain watch for Hamilton from 3 AM local time on Tuesday until 1 AM on Wednesday. The forecast had indicated a 100 per cent chance of precipitation during the day, raising the possibility of further interruptions. The weather has already played a significant role in the ongoing three-match series, with both previous ODIs affected by rain. Indias outdoor training session ahead of the final match was also curtailed due to persistent showers and subsequently shifted indoors. India, meanwhile, head into the contest with an unassailable 2-0 lead after securing rain-affected victories in Auckland and Wellington. The visitors won the opening ODI by five wickets in Auckland while chasing a revised DLS target of 143 in 22.2 overs. In the second ODI in Wellington, India were declared winners under the DLS method after rain brought an end to proceedings with the visitors at 113/7 while chasing 135, four runs ahead on the DLS par score. India, meanwhile, head into the contest with an unassailable 2-0 lead after securing rain-affected victories in Auckland and Wellington. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Delhi air quality improves but remains toxic
Delhi recorded a marginal improvement in air quality on Tuesday morning, although pollution levels continued to remain in the 'very poor' category. The city's Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 304 around 7:15 am, according to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data, marking a decline from the peak recorded on Monday, a day after Diwali. Pusa and Chandni Chowk recorded the highest AQI of 395 each, followed by NSUT Jaffarpur at 382 and Commonwealth Sports Complex at 380, placing all four stations in the 'very poor' category.Meanwhile, the Delhi government's AQI portal recorded an AQI of 307 at 7:15 am.Read more: Bengaluru-Goa Vande Bharat Express to pass through the Western Ghats and coastal tourist destinations such as Gokarna and Udupi; check route details and scenic spots along the 13-hour journeyWith Stage III measures in force following the CAQM's decision, existing restrictions will continue alongside additional pollution-control measures, increased enforcement and directions to concerned agencies to prevent further deterioration in air quality.The emergency action plan applies across Delhi and adjoining districts of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. It is invoked as a precautionary measure based on meteorological and pollution forecasts provided by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), allowing restrictions to be implemented before citywide AQI levels reach the 'severe' category.GRAP is a four-stage emergency framework managed by the CAQM in coordination with the CPCB and regional state governments. Restrictions become progressively stricter as air quality deteriorates.Delhi AQI today: Top 10 stations with worst AQI S.No.Monitoring StationAQIProminent Pollutant1Pusa, Delhi - IITM395PM2.52Chandni Chowk, Delhi - IITM395PM2.53NSUT Jaffarpur, Delhi - DPCC382PM2.54Commonwealth Sports Complex, Delhi - DPCC380PM2.55Talkatora Garden, Delhi - DPCC372PM2.56North Campus, DU, Delhi - IITM372PM2.57Sirifort, Delhi - CPCB371PM2.58CRRI Mathura Road, Delhi - IITM369PM2.59JNU, Delhi - DPCC369PM2.510IIT Delhi, Delhi - IITM364PM10Delhi chokes after DiwaliA dense blanket of smog enveloped several parts of north India on Monday, a day after Diwali celebrations, as firecracker bursting continued beyond the permitted hours in several areas, contributing to a sharp deterioration in air quality.Delhi, Haryana, Punjab and western Uttar Pradesh recorded AQI levels above 350, placing air quality across these regions in the 'very poor' category.Also Read: 'Data eclipse': Questions over Delhi AQI data as several monitoring stations go offline on Diwali nightOn Sunday, Delhi recorded its most polluted Diwali in five years, with the average AQI at 376. The next morning, the AQI dropped marginally to 371, according to the CPCB.The overall AQI stood at 371 on Monday till 10 am, the highest for a post-Diwali day since 2021. Of the 51 monitoring stations that recorded data, 14 were in the 'severe' category, four in the 'poor' category and the remaining 33 in the 'very poor' category. Delhi Technological University (DTU) recorded the worst reading of 439. Earlier in the morning, the overall AQI was 370 at 8 am.According to CPCB data, Delhi's AQI was 376 on Diwali, the highest recorded on the festival day since 2021, when it was 382.Also Read: Mumbai bans sky rockets, aerial fireworks till November 25 after fire incidentsHowever, according to real-time readings on AQI.in, Delhi's air quality climbed to 2,283 after Diwali. Six other Indian cities also recorded AQI levels above 1,000 at 9 pm on Sunday, according to the platform.Delhi weather today: Check IMD forecast Delhi is likely to experience moderate fog during the morning hours over the next six days, from November 10 to 15. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), maximum temperatures are expected to range between 28C and 29C, while minimum temperatures will remain between 15C and 16C. No weather warnings have been issued for the period.Day-wise forecast:November 10: Maximum temperature of 28C and minimum of 15C, with moderate fog.November 11: Temperatures are expected to range between 15C and 28C, with moderate fog.November 12: Maximum temperature of 28C and minimum of 16C, with moderate fog.November 13: Temperatures may range between 16C and 29C, with moderate fog.November 14: Maximum temperature of 29C and minimum of 16C, with moderate fog.November 15: Temperatures are expected to range between 15C and 29C, with moderate fog.
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Between Tradition and Economic Prudence: India's Unending Romance with Gold
India's Deepawali celebrations have once again illuminated an interesting aspect of the country's economic and cultural consciousness. While millions of homes were adorned with lamps, rangolis and festive decorations, jewellery markets across the country witnessed an impressive flow of customers, reaffirming India's enduring fascination with gold. Yet, this year's festive gold purchases have acquired a significance beyond the customary celebrations. They have raised an important question about the relationship between individual aspirations, inherited traditions and the larger economic interests of the nation. According to preliminary estimates of the All India Gem and Jewellery Domestic Council (GJC), gold sales on Dhanteras this year touched approximately 60,000 crore, registering an increase of 1520 per cent in monetary value compared with the previous year. The figure is particularly interesting because it comes at a time when the Prime Minister has appealed to citizens to exercise restraint in gold purchases, keeping in view the country's economic interests, foreign exchange requirements and the need to strengthen the domestic economy. At first glance, the substantial sales figure might appear to suggest that the appeal has failed to influence consumer behaviour. However, the reality is somewhat more nuanced. The increase is largely in monetary value, while the actual volume of gold purchased is expected to remain broadly unchanged. Rising gold prices, therefore, account for a significant part of the apparent growth. Nevertheless, the figures offer an opportunity to reflect upon something much deeper than market performance. They reveal the extraordinary place gold continues to occupy in the Indian psyche, where economic calculations frequently coexist with emotional attachments and cultural convictions. In India, gold has never been merely a precious metal. It has been woven into the social fabric of our civilisation, carrying meanings that extend far beyond its market price. It represents prosperity, security, dignity and continuity. It is associated with marriages, family celebrations, religious observances and the aspirations of parents who wish to leave something tangible for their children. For countless households, purchasing even a small quantity of gold during Deepawali or Dhanteras is not simply a financial transaction; it is an expression of faith in prosperity and an acknowledgement of traditions inherited from generations. The belief that purchasing gold on Dhanteras brings good fortune is deeply embedded in Indian cultural consciousness. Families may postpone several other expenditures, but the symbolic purchase of gold or silver during the festive season often remains a priority. The quantity may have diminished in response to rising prices, but the sentiment has survived. A small coin, a delicate ornament or a modest piece of jewellery is enough to preserve the emotional significance of the occasion. This is precisely where the economic argument encounters the force of tradition. India is among the world's largest consumers and importers of gold. Since domestic demand is met substantially through imports, excessive dependence on imported gold has implications for the country's foreign exchange reserves, current account balance and the stability of the rupee. At a time when the nation aspires to strengthen its economic foundations, expand manufacturing, encourage domestic investment and reduce avoidable import dependence, the appeal for moderation in gold consumption has a legitimate economic rationale. The challenge, however, is that national economic priorities and individual financial choices do not always operate on the same plane. While the government looks at gold imports through the larger framework of macroeconomic stability, an ordinary household often regards gold as a dependable form of personal security. For a family, the purchase of gold may represent protection against uncertainty, an investment for the future or an asset that can be liquidated during difficult circumstances. What appears to be an economic liability at the national level may be perceived as financial reassurance at the household level. There is also a psychological dimension to this continuing attraction. Gold has historically enjoyed a position of trust among Indian savers. Its tangible nature, cultural acceptability and long association with wealth preservation have made it an enduring choice. Market fluctuations may influence the quantity purchased, but they have not fundamentally altered public sentiment towards the metal. In times of economic uncertainty, gold often acquires an even greater emotional and financial appeal. Yet, it would be unfair to interpret this year's sales figures as evidence of public indifference towards the Prime Minister's appeal. The largely unchanged volume of gold purchases suggests that consumers are already adapting to economic realities. Lightweight jewellery, smaller coins and modest purchases have increasingly replaced the more extravagant buying patterns of the past. People are not necessarily purchasing more gold; they are spending more because gold itself has become considerably more expensive. This distinction is important and should not be overlooked while interpreting the festive sales figures. At the same time, the occasion raises a broader question about our understanding of prosperity. Have we become so accustomed to associating wealth with the accumulation of precious metals that we sometimes overlook other avenues of investment and wealth creation? Could a part of the money traditionally directed towards gold be channelled into productive sectors, domestic enterprises, infrastructure, education, innovation and financial instruments that contribute more directly to national development? This is not an argument against purchasing gold. Nor should economic responsibility be understood as a demand to abandon cultural practices that have survived centuries. Rather, it is an appeal to develop a more balanced understanding of wealth. Traditions deserve preservation, but they must also evolve with changing economic circumstances. A society that respects its heritage must equally recognise the responsibilities that accompany economic progress. Perhaps the way forward lies not in discouraging the cultural significance of gold but in encouraging informed and responsible consumption. Greater financial awareness, confidence in alternative investment avenues and a stronger domestic manufacturing ecosystem can gradually help diversify household savings. Equally, recycling and exchanging existing gold can reduce the need for fresh imports while allowing families to retain their cherished traditions. The Deepawali gold-buying figures, therefore, should not be viewed merely as a success story for the jewellery industry or as a contradiction of the government's economic appeal. They represent a meeting point of two powerful realities: India's timeless cultural attachment to gold and its contemporary aspiration to become a stronger, more self-reliant economy. The real challenge before the country is to reconcile these two realities without diminishing either. We need not extinguish the traditional lamp of prosperity to illuminate the path of economic prudence. What we need is a greater awareness that individual prosperity and national prosperity are ultimately interconnected. Gold may continue to adorn our homes, celebrate our festivals and preserve our family memories. But the true wealth of a nation lies in the strength of its institutions, the productivity of its people, the opportunities available to its younger generations and the confidence with which it faces the future. Perhaps, this Deepawali, the most meaningful investment would be to reflect upon the distinction between possessing wealth and creating it. For while gold may preserve the value of our savings, it is enterprise, knowledge, innovation and responsible economic choices that ultimately build the wealth of a nation. The brilliance of gold may illuminate our celebrations, but it is the wisdom with which we manage our resources that will illuminate India's economic future. (The writer is RK columnist and can be reached at: sanjaypanditasp@gmail.com )
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