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Ideological Backtrack
Mehbooba Mufti is yet to respond to the logic behind the PDP’s 2015 alliance with the BJP
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April 11, 2024
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The Political Aroma of Wazwan
At a rare feast organised for local journalists at the NC headquarters, Omar Abdullah was optimistic about the resurgence of political discourse in Jammu and Kashmir
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April 11, 2024
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The Burden of Legacy
Jagan Mohan Reddy promised to take his father YSR’s legacy forward. Has he managed to keep his word?
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April 11, 2024
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The Aadhar of Nation-building
The Co-founder of India’s pioneering IT services giant, architect and champion of transformative social initiatives, author, philanthropist and avid golfer - Nandan Nilekani is all this and more.
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April 11, 2024
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Hyderabad Blues
He may have won Telangana twice for fighting for its creation, but K Chandrashekar Rao's changing persona has cost him dearly
6 min |
April 11, 2024
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Southern Samrat
Stalin is reinventing Dravidian politics for the DMK
6 min |
April 11, 2024
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Maverick Politician
Lalu Prasad Yadav has infused much-needed wit and charm into Indian politics. It is, however, his political acumen that has helped the RJD emerge as a big political player
7 min |
April 11, 2024
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Sena Versus Sena
Amid the battle between Sena factions headed by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Uddhav Bal Thackeray, will the real Shiv Sena stand up please?
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April 11, 2024
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Taking Tamil to the World through the Language of Languages: Translation
The Tamil Nadu government is the first and only State government to undertake such translation initiatives with the goal of spreading literature beyond linguistic barriers.
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March 05, 2024
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Aim is to Make Tamil Nadu The Manufacturing and Knowledge Capital: T.R.B. Rajaa
Before his induction to the state cabinet as Minister for Industries in 2023, Dr. T.R.B. Rajaa was a member of the State Planning Commission. He has been representing Mannarkudi Assembly constituency continuously since his electoral debut in 2011. He won comfortably from the same seat in 2016 and 2021. Dr. Rajaa who has a doctorate in Counselling Psychology is committed to making Tamil Nadu the manufacturing hub of India.
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March 05, 2024
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Social Justice Approach to Health - Tamil Nadu Health Model
Honorable Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru M.K Stalin launched two unique state health programs in August 2021
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March 05, 2024
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The Dravidian Model Government has Significantly Transformed Tamil Nadu
M K. Stalin is the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu since May 2021. He is the President of India's oldest regional political party, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) since 2018. In 1973, Stalin was elected to the general council of the DMK.
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March 05, 2024
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Tamil Nadu: A Model For Balancing Growth And Welfare
The unique model of Tamil Nadu is the result of an inclusive, three-tiered structure: effective interventions, promoting social cohesion and establishing institutional mechanism to confront the divisive forces.
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March 05, 2024
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Library Movement in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu's transformation as a model knowledge society flows from its continuous investment in the library movement. The state boasts of 4661 libraries under the Directorate of Public Libraries alone along with numerous specialised libraries across the state.
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March 05, 2024
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Tamil Nadu Through A Data Prism
Do you know that Tamil Nadu's economy was second from the bottom in the 1950s? Today, Tamil Nadu is second from the top and some of its achievements are compared to that of Scandinavian countries. This is a phenomenal transformation story.
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March 05, 2024
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Empowerment Through Education
Tamil Nadu has an education policy that is in line with the historical legacy, the present situation and future aspirations of the State. Its efficacy flows from its commitment to improve access, equity, and quality of education. It has a method to address issues related to on-field implementation of policy, understanding learning outcomes and employmentready skills.
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March 05, 2024
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Fostering Global Tamil Unity
Historically, Tamils have ventured abroad for trade, expeditions and also to settle abroad. A large number of Tamils migrate to foreign countries for economic reasons, globalization and in search of employment. The State has created a Commissionerate to ensure the welfare of all Non-Resident Tamils.
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March 05, 2024
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Return to Ideology
IT was in 1960 that the end of ideology was announced in a book called The End of Ideology: On the Exhaustion of Political Ideas in the Fifties by Daniel Bell where the American writer argued that political ideas had lost their grip on people’s imagination and emotions.
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April 11, 2024
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A Civilisational And Cultural Incubator
Cultural inheritances in Tamil Nadu are nurtured and cultivated by creating institutions for learning and practice of different forms of arts and crafts.
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March 05, 2024
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The centre for Sunrise Industries and Startups
Tamil Nadu has recognised the stellar role Startups play in solving crucial problems with original and unique models. Further, they are a proven source of fuel for innovation, job creation and ultimately the economy.
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March 05, 2024
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Tamil Nadu Tops in Gross Enrolment Ratio: Unpacking the Success Story
Opening colleges in remote corners has paid off for Tamil Nadu as it has a gross enrolment ratio (GER) of 51.3% in higher education, almost double the national average. In fact, the state's GER exceeds the National Education Policy's target of 50% to be achieved in the year 2030.
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March 05, 2024
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Free Breakfast And A Healthy Society
The free breakfast scheme launched in Tamil Nadu for school children is not a freebie but a duty of a state that is committed to the welfare of its citizens.
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March 05, 2024
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The Dravidian Transformative Journey
J Jayaranjan, Vice Chairman, State Planning Commission, delves into the transformative journey of Tamil Nadu over the past century in this insightful interview. He also speaks about the pivotal role played by education and economic reforms in reshaping the state's landscape. Through a historical lens, the economist sheds light on the policies and initiatives that have contributed to Tamil Nadu's remarkable growth, positioning it as a frontrunner in social and economic progress in the country.
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March 05, 2024
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Gender Justice Defines Affirmative Actions
Gender Justice has been an integral part of the social justice quest of the Tamil Nadu government. This lofty dream is realised through series of affirmative actions implemented over the last five decades.
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March 05, 2024
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A Trillion Dollar Dream
Tamil Nadu, the second-largest economy in India, boasts a significant contribution to the country's economy, accounting for approximately 9.6% of its GDP. Its march towards a trillion-dollar economy by 2030 is based on investment-led growth, focusing on agriculture, credit, infrastructure, and skill development.
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March 05, 2024
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The Man Who Shot Deewaar
Most of Yash Chopra's iconic films, including Deewaar, Kabhi Kabhie and Silsila were shot by the prolific Kay Gee
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April 01, 2024
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Acting Away Oppression
Virendra Ganvir uses theatre as a medium to confront the societal inequalities associated with manual scavenging
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April 01, 2024
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Bonding with the Bonds
The revelation of donor-recipient connections in electoral bonds may cause discomfort to the BJP-the biggest beneficiary. But many others are looking for cover, too
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April 01, 2024
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"We need ideas, patience, and hope"
Over the last few years, several human rights organisations have been demanding the release of former Delhi University professor Gokarakonda Naga (G N) Saibaba. On March 5, 2024, the Bombay High Court acquitted Saibaba along with Hem Mishra, Mahesh Tirki, Vijay Tirki, Prashant Rahi, and Pandu Narote.
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April 01, 2024
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The Iron Harvest
The farming community has always been given great significance when it comes to poll promises and manifestoes. But many of their issues have never been resolved
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