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The centre for Sunrise Industries and Startups
Tamil Nadu has recognised the stellar role Startups play in solving crucial problems with original and unique models. Further, they are a proven source of fuel for innovation, job creation and ultimately the economy.
Tamil Nadu Tops in Gross Enrolment Ratio: Unpacking the Success Story
Opening colleges in remote corners has paid off for Tamil Nadu as it has a gross enrolment ratio (GER) of 51.3% in higher education, almost double the national average. In fact, the state's GER exceeds the National Education Policy's target of 50% to be achieved in the year 2030.
Free Breakfast And A Healthy Society
The free breakfast scheme launched in Tamil Nadu for school children is not a freebie but a duty of a state that is committed to the welfare of its citizens.
The Dravidian Transformative Journey
J Jayaranjan, Vice Chairman, State Planning Commission, delves into the transformative journey of Tamil Nadu over the past century in this insightful interview. He also speaks about the pivotal role played by education and economic reforms in reshaping the state's landscape. Through a historical lens, the economist sheds light on the policies and initiatives that have contributed to Tamil Nadu's remarkable growth, positioning it as a frontrunner in social and economic progress in the country.
Gender Justice Defines Affirmative Actions
Gender Justice has been an integral part of the social justice quest of the Tamil Nadu government. This lofty dream is realised through series of affirmative actions implemented over the last five decades.
A Trillion Dollar Dream
Tamil Nadu, the second-largest economy in India, boasts a significant contribution to the country's economy, accounting for approximately 9.6% of its GDP. Its march towards a trillion-dollar economy by 2030 is based on investment-led growth, focusing on agriculture, credit, infrastructure, and skill development.
The Man Who Shot Deewaar
Most of Yash Chopra's iconic films, including Deewaar, Kabhi Kabhie and Silsila were shot by the prolific Kay Gee
Acting Away Oppression
Virendra Ganvir uses theatre as a medium to confront the societal inequalities associated with manual scavenging
Bonding with the Bonds
The revelation of donor-recipient connections in electoral bonds may cause discomfort to the BJP-the biggest beneficiary. But many others are looking for cover, too
"We need ideas, patience, and hope"
Over the last few years, several human rights organisations have been demanding the release of former Delhi University professor Gokarakonda Naga (G N) Saibaba. On March 5, 2024, the Bombay High Court acquitted Saibaba along with Hem Mishra, Mahesh Tirki, Vijay Tirki, Prashant Rahi, and Pandu Narote.
The Iron Harvest
The farming community has always been given great significance when it comes to poll promises and manifestoes. But many of their issues have never been resolved
The Young and the Restless
Nearly two crore young voters will cast ballots for their next government this year. One of their major issues - unemployment
The Female Factor
Female voters are set to outnumber male voters by the 2029 Lok Sabha elections in India. Yet, the number of women in the political domain remains woefully low
The Politics of New Castes
With the Prime Minister announcing the poor, women, farmers, and the youths as new caste categories, it would be interesting to see its impact on the upcoming General Elections
The Runaway Groom
Tribal communities in the country have had interesting and unique wedding customs, but most have gone extinct with time
Truly Traditional
As the trend of lavish five-day weddings becomes the norm, many are going back to the roots to revive lapsed traditions
Bridal Bling
Bridal wear has gone extravagant with custom-made couture created by leading Indian designers
Cupid Inc
Most professional matchmakers operate like big businesses today - super-organised, digitally savvy, keen to extend their reach beyond Indian shores
Flash Back
From staged to candid and back-wedding photography has come a full circle
Destination PARADISE
Destination weddings have picked up pace in Kashmir. Though it's an expensive affair, but that has not stopped people from pouring in to the Valley to do wedding recces
Exotic Locales, Offbeat Weddings
Young couples are now exploring the idea of stepping outside the traditional mandaps and scouting for unique destinations in India and abroad
Band, Baaja, Business
Glitzy, opulent weddings popularised by Bollywood inspire real-life marriage ceremonies, making them all look the same, drowning out local customs, cuisines, and contexts
Wed in India
MY middle-class family has watched too many clips of the spectacular weddings of celebrities that even have the power to change social media algorithms. My aunts and uncles, nephews and nieces have now started to hire choreographers to train them to dance on stage in locations other than home so they can have a destination wedding tag. That’s the trend.
The 'Cool Girl' Burden
Neoliberalism and new femininities: The intensification of beauty standards for women in the digital age
Found in Translation and Other Things
How a writer rediscovered the power, movement and reimagination of language while translating her father's biography of pop queen and singing legend Usha Uthup
A Strong 'Sandesh' for the TMC
The upheaval in Sandeshkhali has exposed Trinamool Congress' continued trouble with corruption
Sixty is the New 35
There are product ranges to suit every pocket. No part of the ageing universe is neglected; no woman is meant to remain content with how she looks
Self-love and Food
Beauty standards and emotional eating: much better tastes await us
'Old' Goddesses
Despite gaunt bodies, sagging breasts and stomachs, goddesses present us with powerful images of old women
To Behold a Rainbow
The queer community is facing pressure from the cis-normative society