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Perils of addictions

A recent study by University College London has presented the results of its findings on the impact of smoking on life expectancy in rather dramatic terms.

Balanced Growth

As India prepares to unveil its Union Budget and monetary policy, policymakers face the daunting challenge of navigating a landscape marked by subdued urban consumption, hesitant private investment, and global economic uncertainties.

Payback time China’s

China’s stock markets are undergoing a profound transformation as companies embrace shareholder returns through record dividends and share buybacks.

A Game Changer

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing the inaugural session of the 90th Interpol General Assembly on 18 October 2022, made the following pertinent and relevant observation: “Terrorism, corruption, drug trafficking, poaching, and organized crime.

Peace Gamble

The second inauguration of Donald Trump has brought with it a dramatic shift in American rhetoric on the war in Ukraine.

Everest Dilemma

Nepal’s decision to increase permit fees for climbing Mount Everest signals a critical shift in its approach to managing the world’s tallest peak. While the hike in fees ~ from $11,000 to $15,000 during the peak season ~ will undoubtedly bolster Nepal’s revenues

Time to take a pop at GST absurdities

The GST Council (Goods and Service Tax) recently announced a bewildering array of extra tax rates for popcorn, sparking an understandable backlash among economists, businesses, and consumers alike.

Populism’s Price

As Delhi gears up for its elections, the political discourse has once again been dominated by promises of handouts.

IDF Chief quits

The resignation of Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi as the head of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) serves as a striking example of leadership accountability in the wake of a national security failure.