India’s Rice Export Ban and its Implications India’s recent ban on the exports of non-basmati white rice has triggered fears of a potential global food crisis, raising concerns about rising prices, supply shortages, and the impact on vulnerable populations worldwide. The ban, enacted on 20 July, was aimed at curbing domestic price hikes but has […]
Impact of GST on Government Revenue and Simplification Discussed by Eminent Economist Kolkata, August 22, 2023 (PTI) – Bibek Debroy, Chairman of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, addressed concerns about the revenue implications of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) during a special session organized by the Calcutta Chamber of Commerce. The […]
Gadar 2: The Sequel that Stole Hearts “Gadar 2” marks the return of the iconic duo, Sunny Deol and Ameesha Patel, reuniting to reprise their roles in this highly anticipated sequel. Helmed by director Anil Sharma, the film takes the narrative forward and follows the journey of Tara Singh (Sunny Deol) as he embarks on […]
The Rise of New Variants Despite relatively low levels of COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths compared to previous peaks, the number of cases has been steadily increasing over the past few weeks. The three new variants – EG.5, FL.1.5.1 (nicknamed “Fornax”), and BA.2.86 – have captured the attention of health authorities due to their significant mutations […]
Embracing a New Adventure Pench National Park and Tiger Reserve, a hotspot for wildlife enthusiasts, has decided to introduce cycle safaris as an exciting addition to its offerings. While previously, visitors could choose between jeep and canter safaris, the cycle safari opens up a unique way to experience the reserve’s lush landscapes and abundant wildlife. […]
Early Protest and Traders’ Concerns Traders have expressed concerns over the central government’s decision to levy a 40% duty on onion exports until December 31, 2023. They believe that this decision will have a detrimental impact on onion growers and the export industry. The decision to indefinitely halt onion auctions was made during a meeting […]
Trump vs. India: A Tariff Tale During his first term in the White House, Trump didn’t mince words when it came to describing India’s tariff approach. He famously dubbed India as a “tariff king,” expressing his dissatisfaction with the country’s trade practices. This sentiment culminated in May 2019, when Trump terminated India’s preferential market access […]
ISRO’s tireless efforts in the face of adversity have borne fruit as the organization gears up for Chandrayaan-3, an ambitious mission aimed at landing on the Moon’s surface and conducting groundbreaking scientific experiments. In an exclusive interview, former ISRO chairman K Sivan sheds light on the journey since Chandrayaan-2’s setback and the meticulous work that […]
Cricket enthusiasts were in for a treat as India rolled out its 17-member entourage for the 2023 Asia Cup. The unveiling ceremony, led by Captain Rohit Sharma and Selector Extraordinaire Ajit Agarkar, was sprinkled with a dash of humor and anticipation. Sneak Peek In a world where cricket squad announcements are as serious as a […]
Abhishek Negi
