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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...

Satyaprem Ki Katha – A Mature Love Story Of A Couple That Aims To Deliver A Powerful Social Message, But Often Loses Its Voice Amidst Unnecessary Elements

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- Director – Sameer Vidwans - Producer – Sajid Nadiadwala - Written by – Karan Shrikant Sharma - Cinematographer – Ayananka Bose - Editor - Charu Shree Roy - Starring – Kartik Aaryan, Kiara Advani, Gajraj Rao, Supriya Pathak, Siddharth Randeria, Anuradha Patel, Shikha Talsania , Rajpal Yadav. - Music by – Meet Bros, Anjjan Bhattacharya, Tanishk Bagchi, Manan Bhardwaj, Payal Dev, Roachak Kohli, Ali Sethi - Language – Hindi - Release Date – 29th June 2023 - Running Time – 144 minutes Satyaprem Ki Katha – Plots And Storyline Kartik Aaryan, the name reminds us of a boy-next-door character who is extremely sweet and goofy at times! Although the audiences have now associated the “Pyaar ka Punchnama” actor as the “sweet lover boy” of Bollywood, he has shown through some of his recent stints, such as “Freddy” that he is a versatile performer who is here to stay and rule the B'town. The actor is recently in the headlines for his new project with Sameer Vidwans, the much-awaited “Satyap...

Supreme Court renders Modi-backed ED Chief's extension “illegal.” Amit Shah and the opposition enter into a war of words

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On July 11th, the Honourable Supreme Court went against the Modi Government's decision by annulling Enforcement Directorate Chief Sanjay Mishra's extension. The Supreme Court bench rendered Sanjay Mishra's tenure extension illegal because it went against their previous verdict. Sanjay Kumar Mishra's successive extensions got brought to the Court's attention through petitions moved by opposition leaders like Randeep Singh Surjewala, Jaya Thakur, Mahua Moitra, and others. The Supreme Court Bench headed by Justice B. R. Gavai held that Mishra could hold on to his office up to July 31st at most, during which the Modi Government must ensure a “smooth transition in the larger public interest."  The previous judgments by the Supreme Court on the matter Back in 2021, the Modi Government had, via the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) Act and the Delhi Special Police Establishment (DSPE) Act, made amendments to the necessary laws to safeguard the extension of the tenure...

India’s 160-year-old Defamation Law: Yet another tool for the system to shun dissent and criticism?

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Usually, when an institution tries to evade criticism and accountability, they try to gag the voice of the dissenters by using numerous loopholes in the legal system. In India, however, where we get distinguished as the world's largest democracy, certain laws themselves are loopholes to reduce the credibility of the entire framework. One such law is the criminalization of "defamation’’ (मानहानि in Hindi). In the legal context, "defamation" is a term that gets used to penalise a group of people or an individual for deliberately slandering another person's (usually, a famous and respectable individual) or a community's reputation with the aim of personal benefit or to cause economic and social disadvantage to the concerned authority or individual.  While the Constitution of India enshrines the Right to Speech and Expression under Article 19, the Indian Penal Code (IPC) has two sections: 499 and 500, that limit the justifiable extent of the aforementioned funda...

Japan: The Next Big Opportunity for Indian Startups

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Japan is a land of opportunity for Indian startups. With a population of over 125 million, a strong economy, and a commitment to innovation, Japan is a market that Indian startups can't afford to ignore. With its position as the third-largest economy in the world, Japan presents a wealth of untapped potential for technology startups. Despite this, many Indian startups are hesitant to venture into the Japanese market. The challenges they perceive include the language barrier, cultural differences, and complex regulatory environment. However, armed with the proper knowledge and strategies, Indian startups can find immense success in Japan. Why Expand into Japan? - Size and Growth : The population is over 125 million people, and the economy is expected to grow by 2.5% in 2023. This means that there are a lot of potential customers for startups. - High Competition. High Demand: The Japanese market is renowned for its competitiveness. It means significant demand for innovative pro...

Asur 2 -The Rise Of The Dark Side, The Arshad Warsi-Barun Sobti Starrer Mythological Thriller Will Keep You Hooked Till The Last Minute

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- Director - Oni Sen  - Series Creator - Gaurav Shukla - Cast - Arshad Warsi, Barun Sobti, Anupriya Goenka, Ridhi Dogra, Amey Wagh, Vishesh Bansal, Abhishek Chauhan, Gaurav Arora, Meiyang Chang, Atharva Vishwakarma, Barkha Bisht Sengupta - Available to watch on - Jio Cinema  - Run time - 8 episodes  The mythological drama series, Asur 2 premiered on 1st June, 2023 on the Jio Cinema platform. Asur 2 Story – “Asur” Is Back Again With His Lethal Plans To Wipe Off The Human Civilisation  “ Lagaav hi peeda ha i, karuna hi kroorata ha i, aur ant hi praarambh hai ”  We hear “Asur” aka Subh recite these very powerful lines a number of times in the thriller series. It translates to the meaning that attachment is pain, compassion is cruelty, and the end is the beginning. However, without emotions, attachment and compassion, humanity ceases to exist. And this is what our villain wants in this crime thriller series ! Asur aka Subh is back yet again with his notori...

From “Amritkaal” to “Kartavyakaal,” why does the Government keep lodging its duties on the people?

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Prime Minister Modi made an unexpectant announcement. PM Modi, who appeared to be the poster boy for India's Amritkaal (a period to denote India's growth post-75 years of Independence), has coined a different term to replace the former. India need not crave any "Amrit" (Elixir) from the Government but keep battling the hardships of inflation and unemployment as their "Kartavya" (Duty). That's right, Indians have entered Kartavyakaal until 2047. In the 25 years to come, let us not whimper under the unnecessary pain and hardships for securing the basic amenities of life but convince ourselves that the Government is doing all it can (without any substantial proof for the same) to gift us "Achche Din."  Why expect the Government to deliver perfect governance? The onus is on us, the people of India, to pay taxes and still do more "Kartavya" to pay for the Netas' subsidised canteens and luxurious Bungalows. We must not demand answers ...