Jerusalem: Tired and sad, Palestinian activist Fakhri Abu Diab stood amid the rubble of his home in Israeli-annexed east Jerusalem, just a narrow valley away from the famed domes of the Old City. In early November, bulldozers from the Israeli-controlled Jerusalem municipality tore down his house in the Silwan neighbourhood for a second time, citing … Read more
When a patient winces at the mention of a dental procedure in my clinic, it reminds me of a deeper pain our nation faces – the staggering cost of neglecting oral health. While we meticulously track economic indicators and GDP growth, a silent epidemic erodes our nation’s productivity: poor oral health costs India over Rs … Read more
This week promises a selection of cinematic gems that cater to a wide range of tastes. Whether you’re looking for action, deep emotional connections, or fresh storytelling perspectives, the latest films hitting theatres will provide an unforgettable experience. From Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King to Tamil cinema’s powerful Viduthalai Part 2, high-tech thriller UI, Malayalam’s … Read more
Tel Aviv in Israel is the Vegan Capital of the World and Deccan Chronicle spoke to Amruta Bangera, Director of Marketing at Israel Ministry of Tourism—India to find out what is drawing tourists to Israel. Excerpts Q: What are the statistics on Indian visitors to Israel, and what factors are driving this growth? To everyone’s … Read more
Chakraborty’s academic path began with a B.Sc. in Chemistry from the University of Poona in 1993, followed by an M.Sc. in Chemistry from IIT Madras in 1996. In an increasingly globalised world, the intersection of academia and policy-making plays a critical role in shaping international trade. Debashis Chakraborty, a faculty member at the Indian Institute … Read more
Bitcoin, the world’s biggest and best known cryptocurrency, extended gains to a session high of $107,148 and was most recently at $106,877, up 5.43% from late Friday. Bitcoin’s record rally topped $107,000 on Monday after President-elect Donald Trump reiterated that he plans to create a U.S. bitcoin strategic reserve similar to its strategic oil reserve, … Read more
Are you planning a holiday in Goa, considering investing in a property or business, or relocating to the state? Goa may not be for you — it is definitely not for everyone. The state on India’s west coast is a former Portuguese colony with a rich history. It is a collection of villages spread over … Read more
Reversing the inexorable advance towards centralisation of executive power, programmes and election schedules reflected in the Narendra Modi 0.3 government’s rush to get legislative approval for the “One Nation-One Election” blueprint appears impossible. Stick as it might in the gullets of the anti-BJP Opposition and a scattering of voices, mostly muffled, within the ruling NDA, … Read more
Jaipur: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hit out at the Congress, saying they talk big in the name of farmers but they neither do anything for them nor let others do anything. He also alleged the party encourages water disputes among states rather than resolving them, and said the delay in the implementation of … Read more
The number of Indian Americans residing in the US is estimated at well over 5 million. The Indian American community accounts for 1.47% of the US population. Over 1/3rd of the Indian Diaspora community was born in the US. Incoming US President Donald Trump after reiterating his stance on tariffs and illegal immigrants recently stated … Read more