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Bihar’s surprising landslide victory for Nitish Kumar’s NDA is attributed to coalition expansion and voter focus on good governance, not just freebies. Despite perceptions of stagnation, Bihar’s economy shows significant growth, driven by construction and central govt investments. Out-migration, often seen as a problem, is actually boosting rural wages and remittances, paving the way for […]

The loss of 63 seats in the 2024 general election seems to be the reason BJP decided to compete in cash doles in the subsequent Haryana and Maharashtra state elections. But will it have an impact in Bihar? Nov 14 will tell Can elections be bought with cash handouts to voters? For over 50 years,

India’s murder rate has hit a historic low, now among the world’s lowest. Despite a flawed justice system, this decline is attributed to reduced militancy and improved policing. Unlike crime-plagued regions in Africa and Latin America, India’s informal economy fosters a sense of order and protection, leading to remarkable safety This is a TOI+ Story.

Some experts warn that AI poses a ‘risk of extinction’ to humanity. But if history is anything to go by, predictions of doom routinely underestimate human adaptability This is a TOI+ Story. Unlock this story and enjoy all TOI+ member benefits. This article was originally published by The Times of India on Oct 22, 2025.

Experts warn of AI extinction risks. However, history shows past predictions of doom, like resource scarcity and nuclear winter, did not materialize. Human ingenuity and market adaptation proved resilient. The Simon-Ehrlich bet exemplified this. Genetic engineering also overcame initial fears. While AI presents new challenges like disinformation and misuse, human creativity remains a powerful resource.

Will Google’s centre in Visakhapatnam be a survivor? Nobody knows. But even if it fails, it will leave a very valuable residue. India would still retain its new infrastructure and, most importantly, trained talent. This is a TOI+ Story. Unlock this story and enjoy all TOI+ member benefits. This article was originally published by The Times

RBI’s small steps like last week’s to internationalise the Rupee are ok, but don’t think of full convertibility now, the columnist says. Here’s why All countries envy the dollar’s pre-eminence in finance and trade. The vast majority of trade and investment deals are denominated in greenbacks even when the US is not a party to

To achieve that we need second-generation reforms in politically difficult areas like labour, environment, and land acquisition. But even first-generation reforms—lifting controls and permits—are far from complete Foreign investors see impressive things in India. It is the fastest-growing major economy, with political stability, a young population, a large domestic market, and robust growth prospects. Yet India

The Indian economy is performing well. Recent growth figures have surpassed expectations. Despite concerns from economists and potential trade impacts from the US, India’s GDP continues to rise. The nation’s resilience is evident amid global uncertainty. The Indian economy keeps surprising analysts on the upside. It grew at 7.4% in the Jan-March quarter, contradicting those

The experts advocate a firm stance, urging India to resist yielding to pressure to abandon its independent foreign policy, particularly regarding Russia. Countermeasures, like reconsidering US arms purchases and leveraging pharmaceutical patents, are proposed to demonstrate resolve and protect India’s interests. According to German newspaper Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, PM Narendra Modi apparently declined to take