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Challenges and Adaptation Strategies for Traditional Artisans in the Digital Economy

The Deepavali festival highlights the current economic distress faced by traditional potters in Pottery Town, Bengaluru, due to intense competition from online platforms and raw material scarcity, making it a timely case study for examining the broader challenges to artisan livelihoods in India.

Economic viability and livelihood security…Impact of e-commerce and digital platforms…
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Sustainability of Dairy Farming and Cooperative Model in India

The recent milk price hike by the Karnataka Milk Federation, driven by rising input costs and farmer demands, highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the dairy sector in ensuring farmer profitability while maintaining consumer affordability. This issue is critical for understanding agricultural economics, farmer welfare, and the role of cooperatives in India's food supply chain.

Economic viability of dairy farmingRole of cooperative federations (KMF model)…
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Challenges to India's Democratic Fabric and Institutional Integrity

The launch of Sonia Gandhi's memoir provides a contemporary platform for a prominent political figure to articulate concerns about the state of India's democracy, constitutional values, and institutional health, making it relevant for analyzing current political trends and their implications for governance.

Erosion of Democratic Values and Constituti…Impact on Institutional Autonomy and Functi…
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Rising Incidence of Lung Cancer and Public Health Challenges in India

The article highlights a concerning trend of a faster rise in lung cancer incidence among women in Karnataka, particularly Bengaluru, despite men bearing a higher overall burden. This necessitates a re-evaluation of public health strategies for prevention, early detection, and treatment of non-communicable diseases, especially considering environmental and lifestyle factors.

Epidemiological Trends and Demographic Shif…Risk Factors and Environmental Determinants…
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