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Greenland shock: Europe's pain proves India read Donald Trump right - The Economic Times
US President Donald Trump's trade threats have created a crisis for European Union trade deals. EU lawmakers are now preparing to retaliate against the US. This situation highlights the wisdom of India's careful trade negotiations. India avoided rushing into agreements, prioritising its...
That's difference between narrative and strategy.
There are plenty of handles within the country that engage in spreading agendas that come from across the border. I've seen Indian handles share distorted or altered images during OP Sindoor. Plenty of such folks around.
A level headed straight answer. Did not expect this chap to snap around or give snarky tangential comments and he did not disappoint.
If only we could have predicted the cost to health...so many international analysts had stated this as a challenge. The govt. needs to do more and start implementing grass-root level reforms. I can understand why the babus are busy sending their kids to London/Paris. Easier to let the younger lot flee.
Pollution poses a far greater economic risk to India than trade tariffs or external protectionist measures, Harvard University professor and former IMF chief economist Gita Gopinath said at the World Economic Forum, underscoring environmental degradation as one of the country’s most pressing macroeconomic challenges.
Pollution poses a far greater economic risk to India than trade tariffs or external protectionist measures, Harvard University professor and former IMF chief economist Gita Gopinath said at the World Economic Forum, underscoring environmental degradation as one of the country’s most pressing macroeconomic challenges.
Beyond the jibes and sarcasm. This is an article that cites the report. Lots of work and policy changes are needed.
World Bank Air Pollution Report: How long will govt live in denial, asks Congress
A World Bank report reveals one million premature deaths annually in the Indo-Gangetic plains and Himalayan foothills due to air pollution. The Congress party highlights these findings, urging the Modi government to address the deepening health crisis.
Sustainable development is, unfortunately, a costly and time-consuming process for a developing country. At this stage of economic growth, some degree of pollution is almost inevitable. That said, the government is not entirely inactive—it has been pushing EV adoption, renewable energy through solar and wind, and other mitigation measures. We trying to do something no country ever did during the developing phase. No country tried to bring pollution control measure when they were growing rapidly not even China.Beyond the jibes and sarcasm. This is an article that cites the report. Lots of work and policy changes are needed.
World Bank Air Pollution Report: How long will govt live in denial, asks Congress
A World Bank report reveals one million premature deaths annually in the Indo-Gangetic plains and Himalayan foothills due to air pollution. The Congress party highlights these findings, urging the Modi government to address the deepening health crisis.economictimes.indiatimes.com
There is no simple or instant fix for air pollution. If India were to impose European-style environmental controls overnight, it could easily end up in a situation similar to Germany’s—high costs, industrial stress, and slower economic momentum. Everyone wants clean air, but public support often weakens when policies begin to affect daily life. For instance, when restrictions are placed on 15-year-old vehicles or fuel access, the same citizens who demand cleaner air are quick to protest.
It is also easy to blame the government by arguing that policymakers send their children abroad. But this is not unique to politicians; it is normal parental behavior. Any civilian with the financial means does the same to secure better opportunities for their children. That line of argument does not meaningfully advance the policy debate.
Ultimately, the government is forced to strike a balance, one that reduces pollution without severely harming economic growth or disproportionately burdening ordinary people. Overly rigid environmental norms, if introduced prematurely, can be counterproductive for a developing economy.
Moreover, a lesser-known but important fact is that in Delhi, a significant portion of air pollution comes from small businesses and households. Industries are only the third-largest contributor, after vehicular emissions. You can guess what would happen if the government decides to crack down on this.
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Panda, there is a lot more that can be done. There are a few loopholes that can be closed and stricter fines can be implemented for commercial enterprises. However, the govt. has decided we have not reached that point yet. There are measures that were actively considered and yet were never implemented. This is not just about Air pollution. It is about water and land pollution as well. Please have a look at the land fills outside any major Indian city. I am not saying that the govt. has made zero efforts, It is disappointing that it has not been able to enforce its own rules and regulations effectively. They are aware of the organisations that are flouting the norms and yet cannot bring them under control especially with regards to commercial waste and air pollution. Policy mismanagement and ambiguity can often be encountered when it comes to pollution.
I agree that a lot more can be done, especially in areas like commercial waste. However, the situation is more complicated than simple regulatory apathy. In some cases, enforcement failures stem from incompetence or weak capacity; in others, the government genuinely has limited options. For example, in industries like aluminium, the issue of red mud disposal still lacks a scalable, economically viable solution anywhere in the world.
Now, at the local level waste management is primarily a municipal responsibility, and this is where structural problems become most visible. Most Indian municipalities simply do not have the financial capacity to manage waste efficiently, barring a few well-funded cities. The municipal financing model itself is deeply flawed. States often retain a disproportionate share of revenues collected from cities, while urban local bodies remain underfunded and overburdened. As a result, even well-intentioned regulations fail at the implementation stage. Redirecting resources toward strengthening municipal finances and capacity would likely yield far better outcomes than relying solely on stricter rules and penalties. Well, it's not like there is no mechanism at place to solve this issues. SFCs are made to solve this problem, but many states just don't establish one on time. Or even if they do they just do it on paper. So, my point is its a multi-layered problem when it comes to local waste management.
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Meghalaya: KSU warns locals against aiding illegal entry of Bangladeshi nationals
Shillong: The Khasi Students’ Union (KSU) has cautioned residents living along Meghalaya’s border areas against aiding the illegal entry of
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The Khasi Students’ Union (KSU) has cautioned residents living along Meghalaya’s border areas against aiding the illegal entry of Bangladeshi nationals, warning that strict action will be taken against anyone found involved, including members of the indigenous Khasi community.
The warning follows growing concern within the organisation over reports that local facilitators are increasingly playing a role in cross-border infiltration.
KSU president Lambokstarwell Marngar said the nature of illegal activities along the border has changed, with assistance now extending beyond informal trade to the active movement of people into Indian territory.
He noted that while earlier concerns centred largely on traders and goods exchange, recent information points to individuals within border communities helping Bangladeshi nationals enter Meghalaya illegally.
Saw some accounts with Indian names and animal profile pictures (verified) on X with some very strong takes on Indian military spending and how it was 'unhelpful' to bringing down the temperature (slanted into how BJP is 'too invested' in military might). Many based out of 'West Asia/South Asia/EU'. Saw some verified accounts fall into the trap and engage. Please stop engaging with Amit with a picture of a Cat. He is earning through your views and using ChatGPT for his takes. There are certain telegram/SM groups that widely discuss how to rage-bait various countries/groups. There are also a couple of platforms that actively promote such content. I think some NGO should start an internet literacy project with a govt. backed organisation. Spotting deep fakes especially among the elderly/senior citizens would be quite helpful. A friend of mine is already teaching his relatives how to navigate these things.
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Washington Post's India chief begs Jeff Bezos as layoffs loom, exposing how 'bashing India' is the price of job security at The Post
Pranshu Verma’s desperate public plea to Jeff Bezos lays bare how attacking India and its institutions has become the currency of survival at The Washington Post. | OpIndia News
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I usually avoid this outlet but this blog shares my sentiment exactly.
Update: Looks like all 6 persons who were in plane died.
Plane carrying Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar crashes during landing
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar was rushed to hospital after being seriously injured in a plane crash on Wednesday morning.
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Kiran Gurjar, a close aide of Pawar in Baramati, confirmed the deaths, saying, "All six people including Ajit Pawar brought dead."Baramati airport manager Shivaji Taware told the Hindustan Times that the aircraft VT SSK was in the process of landing when it veered off the runway.Visuals from the site showed wreckage spread everywhere, with flames and dense smoke billowing from the aircraft.Update: Looks like all 6 persons who were in plane died.
Plane carrying Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar crashes during landing
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar was rushed to hospital after being seriously injured in a plane crash on Wednesday morning.www.indiatoday.in
Nutrition remains the single biggest technical constraint. MMA fighters train five or more hours daily; they need both carbohydrates for energy and protein for recovery. Despite Indian food being highly suitable for such requirements, individual athlete-based minor tampering regarding timings and amounts is what separates a pro-athlete from an average one.
Outside metros, affordable sports-science-backed nutrition systems simply do not exist. Fighters from smaller regions do not have access to supplements, sometimes quality food, or basic dietary guidance.
Career spans in combat sports complicate this further due to their short length. Unlike cricket or tennis, where athletes can compete into their late thirties, MMA fighters face a narrow window—typically their mid-twenties to early thirties—to establish themselves. Recovery from injuries, career planning, and the financial burden of continuous training compound the challenge.
In this short span of time, talented athletes have to arrange resources, sponsors, media glitz, and local support, as well as ensure that they face quality opponents day in and day out to prepare for multinational tournaments. For any athlete to succeed, the challenge in practice sessions must be at least 10 per cent higher than the tournament requires.