India Today Magazine - June 24, 2024

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Highlights of India Today 24th June 2024 issue:

As the new NDA regime gets down to the business of governance, the key priorities that it must keep in its sights. Also in the issue, NEET, the Reasi attack and a Q&A with Shruti Haasan.

A NEET SUBVERSION

June 4, results, and a bit of snafu. No, this isn’t about the general election—those descriptors applied to another realm, an equally national one.

4 mins

BJP's Tribal Trump Card

The BJP got a majority in Odisha \"because of the blessings of its 45 million people desiring change.

3 mins

NAIDU 4.0

Emotions pretty often get the better of Andhra Pradesh's new chief minister Chandrababu Naidu. So it was on June 12, when just before mid-day, and shortly after state governor Syed Abdul Nazeer administered the oath of office to him, Naidu presented Prime Minister Narendra Modi with a bouquet and a tight hug.

3 mins

The Agenda For Team Modi 3.0

After A Keenly-contested Election, As The New Nda Regime Gets Down To The Business Of Governance, The Key Priorities That It Must Keep In Its Sights

10+ mins

CAUTION STILL A RULING FACTOR

Nirmala Sitharaman can't err on the side of profligacy, but must find ways to stimulate the economy while easing suffering

2 mins

FIREPOWER MADE IN INDIA

Fully engaged in the defence of our tense borders with Pakistan and China, the ministry has to revisit the Agnipath issue and further expand the ongoing indigenisation of military platforms

1 min

DOUSING HOME FIRES

National security and elections in Kashmir remain unfinished business, even if coalition compulsions slow the momentum on UCC, CAA, NRC

1 min

STRIKING A FINE BALANCE

India has to continue its robust diplomacy-balance strategic ties with partners, speak up for global justice and pave the way for economic progress

2 mins

GREENING INDIA'S HIGHWAYS

Highways are a success story of the Modi government, but high road deaths, project delays and air pollution rob some sheen

2 mins

NOT QUITE BULLET SPEED YET

Indian Railways grapples with the dual challenge of modernising and remaining affordable while addressing issues such as overcrowding, safety and financial pressures

2 mins

Tackling Turbulence

With rising passengers, the ministry needs to enhance infrastructure, passenger services and safety, besides promoting regional connectivity

1 min

Expanding the Ocean of Opportunities

It's time to boost coastal shipping, expand navigable waterways and leverage India's strategic location to strengthen maritime trade

1 min

NAVIGATING CHOPPY WATERS

Amid a global slowdown and geopolitical uncertainty, continuity at the helm of the commerce & industry ministry bodes well for India Inc

3 mins

IN NEED FOR A BIG PUSH

Battered by successive disruptions, the sector needs an urgent revival plan

1 min

BOOSTING FABRIC FORTUNES

A critical engine for economic growth and employment, the sector needs robust government support to navigate global headwinds

1 min

Public-Private Synergy Vital

The lifeline of many industries, coal sector reform must continue in earnest under the new minister

1 min

Some Heavy Lifting

The measures these two ministries take will have a direct bearing on India Inc's production capacity and global competitiveness

1 min

Jobs With Benefits

With contractual hiring surging and India's gig economy booming, it's imperative that the ministry pushes for swift implementation of revamped labour codes

1 min

RIPE FOR THE NEXT AGRI REVOLUTION

Who better to helm the ministry than the man who made MP an agri powerhouse. Can he do the same for the nation?

1 min

THE BIG TAKEAWAYS

Given the immense potential of the sector, efficient implementation of government schemes can help it grow by leaps and bounds

1 min

FISHING FOR SUCCESS

Empowering the fisheries sector and the national livestock census will be top priority

1 min

CRACK THE REFORM CODE

Educational reform is unfinished business. More resources and full adoption of NEP are a must to end disparities, fill vacancies and train teachers

1 min

MAKING YOUTH EMPLOYABLE

To cash in on its demographic advantage, India must revamp its skilling infrastructure with aid from the industry

1 min

REALISING THE TRUE POTENTIAL

Conserving and promoting India's rich heritage can generate jobs and spur other sectors too

1 min

THE GREEN TIGHTROPE

If the government is to realise its grand promises of a green revival, it needs to show unwavering commitment. Pollution and depleting forest cover remain major worries

2 mins

THE HEALTH MAKEOVER

Providing adequate and quality healthcare to a large population is a challenge. The immediate task is to provide affordable treatment and tackle the burden of spiraling non-communicable diseases

2 mins

Acceptance Certificates

The Ayush ministry must push for rigorous treatment protocol based on science and ensure new and high-quality products

1 min

FUELLING AMBITIONS

Puri's return signals a welcome continuity. Oil production and green fuels remain a challenge

1 min

POWER-PACKED AGENDA

Reforms in the power sector are key to meeting the exponential growth in demand for electricity

1 min

BREAKING THE GRID LOCK

Joshi's big challenge, apart from synergies with the power ministry, will be to popularise the green fuels of the future

2 mins

DIALLING IN THE FUTURE

Reviving BSNL and BharatNet, along with the rollout of the Telecom Act, top the to-do list

1 min

Strengthening She Power

Political and financial empowerment apart, women need safety in homes and outside

1 min

GIVING WINGS TO INDIAN INNOVATION

If the country has to own a piece of the future, it must both deepen research and bring things up to speed in a dynamic tech era

2 mins

Building Legal Muscle

The need of the hour is to prioritise the appointment of judges and infrastructure to expedite faster justice delivery and reduce the economic impact on citizens

1 min

CONSENSUS CALL

With the BJP losing its majority, the parliamentary affairs ministry has to navigate the increased Opposition strength and unpredictable allies to ensure smooth functioning of the House

1 min

Uplifting Tribals

The government needs to boost its commitment to the welfare of India's vast tribal communities

1 min

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