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      Srisoniya Subramoniam
      Articles by Srisoniya Subramoniam

      Borrowing to survive, as wages fail to rise; the working class walks a tightrope

      Given wages (after inflationary erosion is accounted for) have not grown across livelihoods, households have been forced to meet consumption expenses through borrowings. (Photo for representation)
      opinion
      Updated on Jul 2, 2026 01:35 IST
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