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While We Watched – A Tale Of Dismantling Democracy In Modi's India 

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The dismantling of democracy in the modern years has fuelled the rise of one of the most gripping movies based on the decline of India’s broadcast media. Yes, you have guessed it right! We are here today to talk about the gem directed by Vinay Shukla, '' While We Watched' '. The film is on the NDTV veteran news reporter Ravish Kumar. Ravish has already received huge praise and applause. With more than 04 awards and 02 nominations, the movie is an all-time hit! The first world premiere at the Toronto Film Festival was received with a great round of applause by the audience, which boasts of its own charisma in the cine industry.  Earlier in 2022, the mainstream news station, NDTV was tactically acquired by the country’s billionaire, Gautam Adani , a close acquaintance of Modi, which has spurred doubts among the people about the country’s crackdown on democracy and freedom of speech and expression. Following this grim situation, Senior news journalist at the New Delhi Tele...

What Japanese Startups Can Learn from Indian Startups?

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The Indian startup ecosystem has emerged as a global success story, with several home-grown startups achieving international recognition. Japan, a country known for its technological advancements and innovation, can learn valuable lessons from the Indian startup ecosystem. Japan is already home to several successful startups, but to continue their growth and expansion globally, they can benefit from exploring the approaches and strategies that have worked for Indian startups. This article highlights some key lessons that Japanese startups can learn from the Indian startup ecosystem. - Frugal innovation : Indian startups are known for their ability to innovate under constraints, using limited resources to create cost-effective solutions. Japanese startups can learn from this approach and develop products and services that are affordable and accessible to a larger customer base. One example of frugal innovation is the success of the Indian ride-hailing company Ola, which introduced r...

Lathi Charge: A legalised method of police brutality

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"Every blow on our bodies this afternoon is like a nail driven into the coffin of British imperialism." These were the precise words of Sher-e-Punjab Lala Lajpat Rai when he got brutally " lathi-charged " by the law enforcers of Colonial India while he was protesting against the Simon Commission in October 1928.  Punjab Kesari Lajpat Rai eventually succumbed to his injuries, and his death gave off the spark for vengeance in the heart of numerous Indian revolutionaries. In December 1928, Shahid-e-Azam Bhagat Singh and his compatriot Shivam Rajguru assassinated the Lahore Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) John Saunders to avenge the murder of their mentor. "Lathi-Charge" has remained one of the most brutal and sensitive issues for Indians since the bygone days of the Indian National Movement. Thus, even after 75 years of liberation, India and her children continue to writhe under pain brought on by police brutality and paranoia. Both the Indian Penal...

Lathi Charge: A legalised method of police brutality

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"Every blow on our bodies this afternoon is like a nail driven into the coffin of British imperialism." These were the precise words of Sher-e-Punjab Lala Lajpat Rai when he got brutally " lathi-charged " by the law enforcers of Colonial India while he was protesting against the Simon Commission in October 1928.  Punjab Kesari Lajpat Rai eventually succumbed to his injuries, and his death gave off the spark for vengeance in the heart of numerous Indian revolutionaries. In December 1928, Shahid-e-Azam Bhagat Singh and his compatriot Shivam Rajguru assassinated the Lahore Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) John Saunders to avenge the murder of their mentor. "Lathi-Charge" has remained one of the most brutal and sensitive issues for Indians since the bygone days of the Indian National Movement. Thus, even after 75 years of liberation, India and her children continue to writhe under pain brought on by police brutality and paranoia. Both the Indian Penal...

Why do Japanese Startups Struggle to Go Global

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Japan has long been regarded as a global leader in technology and innovation, with enterprises such as Sony, Nintendo, and Toyota enjoying international success. Even so, the country has struggled to substantially influence the global arena when it comes to startups.  This is partly due to the challenges that Japanese startups encounter when growing overseas, ranging from cultural differences to market obstacles. Despite a robust domestic market, these obstacles have made it difficult for Japanese companies to compete with their worldwide counterparts.  Investigating the challenges and prospects of globalising Japanese startups and how they might overcome these obstacles to flourish in the global market. Let us begin by outlining the cultural, structural, and market-related constraints impeding Japanese startups' global growth. Cultural Factors are one of the reason One of the primary challenges Japanese startups face in expanding globally is the cultural differences between J...

Recruitment Scams and Paper Leaks in India: How the deserving youth of India is getting smothered under an obsolete system

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" India is an over populous country. " This statement is hardly news to anyone, but very few of us know that the average age of an Indian is just 29 years old. Hence, India is a fairly young country with a strong demographic dividend. However, the ambitions and dreams of millions of Indians lie stranded despite their ability and competence. Each new year brings fresh new hopes for millions of aspirants. These young people have expressed their strong will by deciding to dedicate the prime of their youth to preparing for numerous government examinations. In a country where social class divisions continue to be a notable phenomenon in determining one's future, Government jobs and recruitments offer the only genuine means for attaining an egalitarian society. Today, even this little scope for upliftment gets marred under the evils of Paper leaks and Recruitment scams. The problem of the youth, in essence, is the problem of the nation, and it is high time we illustrated the gr...

India-Japan Business Summit Ignites New Collaborative Opportunities for Trade and Investments

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The recent India-Japan Business Summit, organized by the Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce (BCIC) in association with the Indo-Japan Business Council (IJBC) and Title Partner and Knowledge partner PwC, highlighted the potential for collaboration between Indian and Japanese companies to boost the state's vision of one trillion-dollar economy by 2032. Themed "Make in India with Japan for the Globe," the summit gathered prominent speakers who emphasized multiple industry verticals such as defense, aerospace, manufacturing, information technology, and the chemical industry as potential areas for bilateral trade and investment expansion. During the event, the Japanese Consul General in Bengaluru, Tsutomu Nakane, expressed Japan's eagerness to explore numerous opportunities in both nations, fostering business growth and prosperity. Nakane emphasized that cooperation between Japan and Karnataka enhances bilateral relations and holds great significance for the global...