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An Open Letter to L&T’s SN Subrahmanyan: A Reality Check for India Inc.

By BPN News Desk February 11, 2025

L&T’s CEO Says Workers Won’t Relocate Because of Subsidies—Dear India Inc., Stop Blaming Subsidies for Your Own Failures Dear Mr. Subrahmanyan and India’s corporate elite, Congratulations! You have once again displayed an impressive level of detachment from reality. After your ridiculous “why not work on Sundays?” remark, you now claim that Indians refuse

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From Savings to Spending: How India’s New Tax Regime Will Reshape the Economy

By Editor - News Desk February 2, 2025

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Corruption in India: The Silent Tax That Bleeds Us Dry

By BPN News Desk January 17, 2025

Corruption is not just a word in India; it’s a way of life. It’s the invisible hand that greases the wheels of bureaucracy, the shadow lurking behind every stalled project, and the unspoken price we pay for services that are already our right. And as the government prepares to unveil its latest Union Budget, let […]

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Swipe, Spend, Repeat: India’s Youth and the Debt-Fueled Dream of “Living the App Life”

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2025

There was a time when Indian youth dreamed of owning a house, a car, and a secure future. Fast forward to 2025, and the only ownership they care about is the “owner” badge on Zomato or being the proud swipers of shiny credit cards that scream “Live your best life (on debt, of course)!”. Let’s […]

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“Panipuri Profits vs Middle-Class Taxes: The Bitter Taste of Inequality”

By BPN News Desk January 7, 2025

Ah, the life of a middle-class, tax-paying citizen in India! If there’s one thing that brings tears to my eyes, it’s not onions at ₹100/kg, but my paycheck. My monthly salary, meticulously chopped and sautéed by income tax, professional tax, and cess, barely lasts me till the 20th of the month. And then, just as […]

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Laws and Claws: How Misuse of Women-Centric Laws Is Pushing Men to the Brink

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2025

In India, where family and tradition reign supreme, marriage is often seen as sacred. But for many men, this sacred bond has turned into a legal nightmare. Laws meant to protect women from genuine cruelty have, in several cases, been weaponized to settle scores, extort money, or simply exact revenge. The Indian Penal Code’s Section […]

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Middle Class to the Rescue: Why Tax Relief is the Hero India Deserves (and Needs Right Now)

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2024

Ah, the great Indian middle class—the tireless engine of our economy, the cushion during recessions, the perpetual safety net for our policymakers’ ambitious dreams. They are the ones who pay their taxes on time, religiously invest in ELSS (because tax-saving ads guilt them into it), and keep the consumer economy humming along with their carefully […]

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Dr. Manmohan Singh: A Legacy of Integrity, Vision, and Quiet Leadership

By BPN News Desk December 29, 2024

Dr. Manmohan Singh, the architect of modern India’s economic reforms and the nation’s 13th Prime Minister, lived a life marked by humility, intellect, and unwavering dedication to public service. From his early years in a modest village in Gah, Punjab (now in Pakistan), to leading one of the world’s largest democracies, Dr. Singh’s journey is […]

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Popcorn and Tax: A Recipe for Chaos

By BPN News Desk December 26, 2024

India’s GST Council has found itself in yet another snack-sized controversy. This time, it’s over popcorn—a delightful, humble treat that has now been dissected, categorized, and taxed to the point of absurdity. Under the new rules, plain salted popcorn gets a 5% GST, branded varieties jump to 12%, and caramel popcorn—a supposed sinful luxury—sits at […]

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Why India Needs “One Nation, One Election”

By BPN News Desk December 20, 2024

Elections in India are not just a democratic exercise; they’re a logistical marvel. Over a billion people, 900 million eligible voters, thousands of constituencies, and crores of government officials come together to shape the world’s largest democracy. Yet, every five years, the country finds itself in a near-constant state of electoral flux. General elections,