Tag: India
You Can’t Regulate an Economy by Destroying It: The Case for India’s 90% Workforce
India's informal economy employs nearly 90% of the workforce and powers local markets. As demolition drives, business closures, and street vendor evictions increase, the challenge is balancing legal compliance with livelihood protection. Sustainable development requires rehabilitation, gradual formalisation, and policies that safeguard both economic growth and millions of livelihoods.
When the Streets Fall Silent: What Strikes Say About a Nation’s Soul
Strikes are not mere disruptions—they’re powerful democratic tools used when all else fails. From Kolkata’s bandh culture to nationwide protests, they reflect collective resistance against injustice. While they halt daily life, they reignite critical conversations, reminding us that democracy isn’t just about order—it’s about being heard when silence no longer works.
Kalpana Soren’s Decisive Win and the Road Ahead
Giridih: In her first political battle, Kalpana Soren, wife of jailed former chief minister of Jharkhand, Hemant Soren, won decisively in the Gandey assembly...
Tejashwi Uses Unemployment to Counter Modi’s Mangalsutra Remark
Bengabad (Giridih):Tejashwi Yadav attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying that because Modi did not give jobs to the youth, they are unable to get...
Jharkhand’s Candidate Quest: Alliance Intrigues and Delayed Declarations
Ranchi: The dates of the Lok Sabha elections 2024 have been announced, but while the National Democratic Alliance has yet to announce its three...
Rajasthan’s Political Canvas: BJP’s Victory Brushstroke, Congress’ Challenge for 2024
Kolkata: Two men walking down a congested Kolkata street, quipped, “So, Congress lost all the four state elections.” His friend shook his head and...