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Shehzad Poonawalla

Shehzad Poonawalla

Articles by Shehzad Poonawalla

DPDP Act is a suraksha kawach for data privacy

Critics argue that Section 36 is broadly worded and could enable mass surveillance.

Updated on Jul 9, 2026 03:03 IST

Behind the transformation of the power distribution sector

This turnaround is also historic given how it has moved the power sector from an era of blackouts to record stability

Updated on May 24, 2026 14:50 IST

Walking the talk on empowering women

The very name Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam carries a quiet revolution. “Vandan” is not mere gratitude, it is reverence. It is an acknowledgement that women’s power is the very engine of national development (Sansad TV/ANI)

Updated on Apr 14, 2026 15:39 IST

India-EU ties: Stagnation to strategic realignment

The presence of EU leaders António Costa and Ursula von der Leyen as chief guests at India’s 77th Republic Day signalled New Delhi’s deliberate political recalibration, marked by the unprecedented parading of EU flags and Missions. (@EU_Commission X/ANI)

Updated on Jan 27, 2026 15:35 IST

India’s new idiom for ties with West Asia

While Modi 1.0 scripted Link West as a diplomatic breakthrough, and Modi 2.0 advanced Act West into structured engagement, Modi 3.0 is about consolidating Link West. (PMO via PTI)

Updated on Dec 15, 2025 15:32 IST

India and the climate crisis: India’s record positions it for climate leadership

Through initiatives such as International Solar Alliance, One Sun One World One Grid, Coalition of Disaster Risk Resilient Infrastructure, and Leadership Group for Industry Transition (LeadIT), India has shown leadership to create platforms that can enable exchange of knowledge and best practices. (RB office via PTI)

Updated on Nov 6, 2025 15:15 IST

Modi@75: From pracharak to Prime Minister, a life in politics and public service

At the core of PM Modi’s personality is the pracharak’s urge to keep India First always and never family or personal interest (DPR PMO/ANI)

Updated on Sep 16, 2025 14:53 IST

How the Modi govt has furthered integration of the North-East with rest of India

PM Modi’s tenure has been a boon not just for Mizoram but for the entire Northeast, transforming it into a growth engine now. The North-East now boasts of improved road networks, new airports and railway expansions. (ANI Video Grab)

Updated on Sep 11, 2025 14:42 IST

Why the GST regime has been such a game-changer

With almost 60% of consumer goods now in the 5% slab, and barely 3% subject to the top 28% rate, the tax is both broad-based and progressive. (AFP)

Updated on Jul 10, 2025 15:35 IST

Building a resilient, globally respected, self-reliant India

The RAM and GITA framework reflects a resilient, self-reliant, and globally respected India, poised for inclusive progress and a redefined destiny. (ANI)

Updated on Jun 9, 2025 14:40 IST

Centre’s push on infra is transforming India

Iconic undertakings like the Statue of Unity, the Chenab Bridge, and the Atal Tunnel are emblematic of the government’s dedication to building infrastructure.

Updated on Oct 10, 2023 16:30 IST

Jan Dhan will have a transformative impact

The widespread nature of formal banking in India historically catered mainly to the elite, it left a vast majority underrepresented, especially in rural areas

Updated on Aug 30, 2023 17:17 IST

Cleaning up of NPA mess will propel the economy

The NPA situation in India before 2014 was severe.

Updated on Jul 24, 2023 16:03 IST

Today, Pasmanda Muslims are finally getting their due

This shift from appeasement and a focus on emotive issues to targeted delivery of social welfare for all backward classes, including Pasmanda Muslims, will usher in a new era of social justice that would make BR Ambedkar proud. (Vipin Kumar/HT Photo/Representative Image)

Updated on Jan 24, 2023 14:03 IST

Society has changed, Congress has not

HT Image

Updated on Jan 13, 2015 17:00 IST

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