The foreign dream: aspirations and perceptions of traveling abroad 

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The aspiration to travel abroad reflects Indians’ evolving socio-economic ambitions, shaped by diverse factors such as age, education, and class. With globalisation and increasing exposure to international media, many Indians dream of exploring foreign lands, whether for education, employment, tourism, or migration. Despite the growing allure of international travel, a significant proportion of Indians still … Read more

Is the government stifling the online gaming sector? | Explained

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For representative purposes. | Photo Credit: Getty Images The Economic Survey 2024-25 has called for “accelerating and amplifying the deregulation agenda”, and has urged the government to “get out of the way” so that businesses can go about their business. While this sounds enticing, what does deregulation mean in practical terms? How should the government … Read more

Why do Indians perceive Europe as a land of better job opportunities? 

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For representative purposes. | Photo Credit: iStockphoto The perception of Europe as a land of better job opportunities has been growing among Indians, particularly among the younger and more educated population. This belief is shaped by multiple factors, including higher wages, career growth prospects, and lifestyle advantages. A well-established Indian diaspora in Europe significantly influences … Read more

Lok Sabha passes Oilfields Amendment Bill

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India’s Reliance Industries KG-D6’s control and raiser platform is seen off the Bay of Bengal. | Photo Credit: Reuters A Bill that seeks to amend the existing law governing exploration and production of oil and gas as well as delink petroleum operations from mining operations was passed by the Lok Sabha on Wednesday (March 12, … Read more

Soldier injured in firing incident on LoC: Officials

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A soldier was injured in a firing incident close to the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu’s Nowshera district. File | Photo Credit: PTI A soldier was injured in a firing incident close to the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu’s Nowshera district on Wednesday (March 12, 2025) morning. Officials said the soldier, posted at … Read more

Congress, DMK MPs walk out of Lok Sabha over nod given to energy project along Pakistan border

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The Lok Sabha is session on March 12, 2025. Photo: Sansad TV via PTI Congress and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) members walked out of the Lok Sabha on Wednesday to express their dissatisfaction with the reply given by Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on reported clearance granted to a renewable energy project near the India-Pakistan border. … Read more

Immigration and Foreigners Bill not connected to grant of citizenship, says official   

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Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai introduced the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025. File A day after the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 was introduced in the Parliament, a government official clarified that the legislation is not connected with any matters related with grant of citizenship. The official said the Bill was a comprehensive … Read more