Tehelka - January 15 2017

In this issue

1: The year that was
In 2016, Modi remained the epicenter of focus while women power emerged in a strong way across all segments of the society, writes Charanjit Ahuja p 14-15
2: Terrorism and money chaos dominated 2016
Last year had begun with an attack on the Pathankot Air Force base. The mayhem continued through the year with the contentious demonentisation scheme making it worse P 18-19
3: Secular debate: Why no ‘Saif’ passage?
The controversy over naming of Kareena and Saif’s son is an ideal occasion to remind oneself of the wonderful reasons why it is a blessing morally and spiritually to be born an Indian. P-56

While Modi Hogged Most Limelight In 2016, It Was Women Power That Got Stronger

In 2016, Modi remained the epicenter of focus while women power emerged in a strong way across all segments of the society

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There's No Monkey Business During 2016

People remained shocked and stigmatised as pent-up economic and cultural frustrations created havoc, resulting in a threat to liberalism and flaring up protectionist attitude across the world

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Nitish's Support to Centre on Key Issues Fuels Speculations

Nitish’s support to Centre on key issues fuels speculations Backing the Union government on demonetisation and appointment of New Army Chief is being seen as a hint that the Bihar CM has developed a soft corner for Modi’s administration 

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Government Gets Defensive on Key Defence Appointment

Deviating from tradition, the naming of Lt Gen Bipin Rawat as the new Chief of the Army Staff superseding two seniors has triggered a political storm and given the Congress and Left Front a new stick to beat the government, writes Col DS Cheema (Retd)

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