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In the times and in the society that we live in, there are rare moments when a hero emerges from nowhere and does a deed which does humanity proud. The hero is a soldier, a warrior, a messenger, a messiah, a thinker, a healer, a conscience keeper, a protector, aContinue Reading

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Dr. George Jacob Prime minister Narendra Modi through an unscheduled television address to the nation at 8.15 pm on November 8, 2016 embarked on a tough decision to demonetize. He declared circulation of the then Rs.500 and Rs.1000 banknotes invalid and announced the issuance of new Rs.500 and Rs.2000 banknotes.Continue Reading

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By Valson Thampu An actress is waylaid and molested. Sex, we are told, came in by the backdoor in this carefully scripted episode. The plot hinged on extortion. (As though rape is not extortion: murderous extortion). Maneka Gandhi makes a feeble effort to link this to the Kerala political dispensation.Continue Reading

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Nirendra Dev Neiphiu Rio had made a significant leap towards power in the state, but finally had to bow down to the political machinations of 81-year-old Shurhozelie, a seasoned politician also known for anti-Congress stance. The final endorsement from the central BJP leadership allowing Nagaland People’s Front (NPF) chief ShurhozelieContinue Reading

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Dr. Ambrose Pinto SJ In a world of growing global inequalities especially in wealthier countries a case has been made for universal basic income to all citizens. The proponents of basic universal income argue for payment of a regular and guaranteed income to country’s citizens as a right. Trials toContinue Reading