Budget expectations
Letter to the Editor Dear Sir, Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s Budget for fiscal 2024-25 should prioritize: Amending section 80C of the Income Tax Act to increase the limit on insurance premium payments, encourages wider adoption of insurance products among individuals. Targeted tax relief for lower-income taxpayers will boost consumer spending. Expanding PLI schemes in sectors […]
India’s Family Planning Journey
By: Jagat Prakash Nadda On this World Population Day (July 11), we reflect on India’s incredible journey in family planning. We celebrate our successes, look forward to a future filled with promise, and reaffirm our commitment to address the challenges that lie ahead. India’s leadership and progress As endorsed in the United Nations International Conference […]
Blue Economy: An emerging concept for sustainable growth
By: Mohammad Hanief Blue Economy addresses the economic development revolving around the marine ecosystems that anchor local livelihoods and foster systemic resilience towards global challenges like climate change, poverty, waste management and harnessing marine- related technologies. The UN Sustainable Development Goal 14 “Life Below Water” implies that economic development is inclusive and environmentally sound and […]
Earth is getting hotter– so why is this summer so dismal?
By: Jack Marley Fossil fuels have kept Earth 1.5°C hotter than its pre-industrial average temperature for more than a year now. And yet, where I live in the UK, this summer has felt like one of the coolest I can remember. If the planet is in the middle of “a large and continuing shift” to […]
How hurricanes will change as the Earth warms
By: Jack Marley When Hurricane Beryl hit the Grenadine Islands on July 1, its 150-mph winds and awesome storm surge made it the earliest category 5 storm (the most destructive grade on the Saffir-Simpson hurricane wind scale) the tropical Atlantic has seen. An active hurricane season in 2024 was forecast well in advance. However, the […]
A Culinary Journey: Authentic Kashmiri Malia Kulfi
By: Aubaid Ahmad Akhoon Kashmir, a land celebrated for its stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage, also boasts a remarkable culinary tradition. Among its most cherished desserts is the traditional Kashmiri malai kulfi. However, in recent years, the authenticity of this classic treat has been compromised by various custard-based imitations sold by street vendors and […]
What You Need to Know About Applying for Your First RuPay Credit Card
By: HT Syndicate Feature If you are new to the world of credit cards, choosing the right card type becomes necessary. As a new credit card user, you can consider a RuPay Credit Card for maximum perks and discounts. The RuPay Credit Card has become the top choice for many individuals of all ages in […]
Surrendering to the divine will
By: Adnan Shafi In a world filled with the relentless pursuit of happiness and an abundance of materialistic distractions, the concept of true contentment often appears elusive. However, for those who follow the teachings of Islam, the path to genuine satisfaction lies in wholeheartedly obeying Allah and embracing the guidance imparted by Prophet Mohammed (peace […]
Making the right choice
By: Nina Van Dyke A healthy diet protects us against a number of chronic diseases, including heart disease, diabetes and cancer. From early childhood, we receive an abundance of information about how we should eat to be healthy and reduce our risk of disease. And most people have a broad understanding of what healthy eating […]
Understanding Brain Stroke
By: Dr Amit Shrivastav Stroke, often termed a “brain attack,” ranks as the second most common cause of mortality after heart attacks and stands as the leading cause of disability. It affects one in every four persons once in their lifetime. This medical emergency occurs when blood flow to part of the brain is disrupted, […]
