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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/…
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CutTheClutter: Bangladesh lifts ban on Jamaat-e-Islami: polarising effects, concerns for India, Islamism & Pak link
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ThePrintUnInterrupted: As Indian Army goes in for more SIG Sauer rifles from US, SSS Defence CEO spells out his plans
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As Indian Army goes in for more SIG Sauer rifles from US, SSS Defence CEO spells out his plansBy ThePrint
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ThePrintPod: In Shivaji statue collapse, Uddhav Sena sees window to reclaim Konkan. MVA steps up attack on Mahayuti
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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/…
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ThePrintPod: Politicisation of rape in India has been a long time coming. In fact, it’s a good thing
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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.By ThePrint
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ThePrintPod: Over 60% drug cocktails used for mental illnesses in India unapproved by apex regulator, finds study
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Study by researchers from UK, India & Qatar was published this month, suggests unapproved fixed-dose combination drugs should be withdrawn and no longer manufactured.By ThePrint
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EyeOnChina: Will the US NSA Jake Sullivan's Beijing trip fix China-US ties?
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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-ch…
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SharpEdge: 'Indian middle class, key support base for Modi, is now unhappy, asking questions, tired of waiting'
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ThePrintAM: What is the Union government's new Bio E3 policy?
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Cut The Clutter: Balochistan’s 5th violent insurgency with a peaceful mass protest: what makes this nationalist surge different
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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 insu…
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ThePrintPod: Govt’s new Unified Pension Scheme walks back on important reforms. It’s disappointing
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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/By ThePrint
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ThePrintAM: What was discussed in the telephone conversation between Modi and Putin?
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CutTheClutter: 1992 Ajmer gangrape cases, justice,villains & heroes:Shekhar Gupta lifts the layers with Jyoti Yadav
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ThePrintPod: India is walking a geopolitical tightrope. It can shape New Delhi’s diplomatic power
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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.By ThePrint
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ThePrintAM: What led to a political row in BJP's Jammu office?
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ThePrintAM: What led to a political row in BJP's Jammu office?By ThePrint
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FirstPersonSecondDraft: Remembering Naresh Chandra: US ‘mole,’ or patriot & keeper of India’s nuclear ‘silver’
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ThePrintPod:CBI’s charges against RG Kar ex-chief Sandip Ghosh in graft FIR: criminal conspiracy, cheating, bribery
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ThePrintPod: Indian coaches are ill-equipped for modern sports. That’s why we didn’t shine at Olympics
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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/By ThePrint
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ThePrintAM: What was discussed at the anti-Naxal review meeting chaired by Amit Shah?
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ThePrintAM: What are the key highlights of PM Modi’s Ukraine visit?
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Contested view of who liberated Bangladesh: fallen heroes, coups, India & Mujib
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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 …
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PureScience: Science results from Chandrayaan3
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ThePrintAM: What’s behind Minister Piyush Goyal’s U-turn over stance on e-commerce?
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The fascinating story of 31X rise in India's defence exports in 10yrs, who’s the biggest buyer & why
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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 Ind…
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ThePrintPod: Once embroiled in audiotape row, PTR has patched up with Stalin. ‘Plum portfolio’ on the cards
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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.By ThePrint
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'ThePrintPod by Asha Jadeja: This is India’s window to cement stronger ties with US. It must ignore irritations from American Left'
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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/…
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ThePrintPod: How did Badlapur school sexual assault case unfold?
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Security Code: Sweeping rage after Kolkata rape-murder could be pushing us towards judicial lynching, not justice
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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.…
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Modi’s lateral entry U-turn shows he’s not a rigid politician. He listens to opposing views
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Modi’s lateral entry U-turn shows he’s not a rigid politician. He listens to opposing viewsBy ThePrint
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ThePrintAM: What's behind Modi govt's U-turn on lateral entry?
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https://theprint.in/india/amid-furore-over-lack-of-reservation-modi-govt-makes-u-turn-on-lateral-entry-asks-upsc-to-cancel-ad/2230348/By ThePrint
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Cut The Clutter: Modi govt's U-turn on lateral entry in civil service: Why it failed & a case for such reform
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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 deca…
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ThePrintPod: From water to roads, Shinde is hearing his MLAs out, especially those with a rebellious streak
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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/…
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ThePrintPod: Centre to step up rental housing push for urban poor. Bigger grants for pvt players, govt agencies
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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/…
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How Mamata Banerjee is losing the plot in Kolkata rape-and-murder caseBy ThePrint
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ThePritntAM: Why did Congress MLA Zeeshan Siddique attend Ajid Pawar's yarta?
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Why did Congress MLA Zeeshan Siddique attend Ajid Pawar's yarta?By ThePrint
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First Person Second Draft: General S Padmanabhan, the ‘Forthright' Army Chief of Op Parakram who also helped save a journalist's life
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ThePrintPod: Bahirats vs Maharashtra govt: How a Pune family fought 60 yrs for land illegally taken over by state
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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/…
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ThePrintPod: Govt’s Rs 1000 cr fund for space sector has drawbacks. It should bet on outcomes, not ideas
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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-out…
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ThePrintPod: In-situ slum redevelopment scrapped, urban poor can build homes on land given by states under PMAY-U 2.0
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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/…
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ThePrintAM: Why is the JJP in a precarious position ahead of assembly polls in Haryana?
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Mumbai-Delhi Express: Which city is better in the monsoon
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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 citiz…
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NationalInterest: Subcontinental setbacks have a message for India: Junk victimhood & respect thy neighbour
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ThePrintAM: What are BJP's 5 challenges in poll- bound Haryana?
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Cut The Clutter: Kashmir & Haryana head for polls: Shekhar Gupta & DK Singh explain stakes, challenges, trends, data
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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.By ThePrint
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ThePrintPod: Mars may have oceans’ worth of water underground, but this doesn’t mean it’s ready to be colonised
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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/…
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Macrosutra: India enjoys healthy trade surplus with Bangladesh. The political crisis can hurt trade, FTA chances
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Bangladesh, a major export market for India, is already grappling with inflation & unemployment. The unrest can worsen the situation, impacting import demand.By ThePrint
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ThePrintPod: Demonetisation failure? Rs 500 & Rs 2,000 notes together make up 50% of counterfeit notes detected
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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.By ThePrint
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ThePrintPod: What is Mpox, how does it spread & who’s at risk? All about disease declared a global health emergency
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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.By ThePrint
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ThePrintAM: How did PM Modi launch a bitter attack at opposition in his I-Day speech?
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https://theprint.in/india/how-pm-modis-independence-day-speech-was-his-most-bitter-attack-on-opposition-in-11-years-and-why/2224688/By ThePrint
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