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<div class="itg-mosimage"><amp-img src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Fmedia2%2Findiatoday%2Fimages%2Fstories%2F1981December%2F12_15_1981-letter-from-the-editor_102413095233.jpg" alt="" height="425" width="650" class="" layout="responsive"></amp-img>Raghu Rai<p>Long considered an esoteric art, photography in India has finally occupied the niche it so richly deserved. Much of the credit for that should rightfully belong to the dramatic magazine boom of the '70s which widened the scope of photography and the hitherto unsung tribe of Indian lensmen to a considerable degree.</p><p> Right from its inception, India Today has firmly believed, and practised, the internationally-recognised idiom that one good photograph is worth a thousand words. In the genre of newsmagazines, India Today was one of the first to introduce a regular photo feature within its covers.<br><br>With a view to improving the quality of its photographs and give more emphasis to another neglected field in Indian journalism-lay-out and design-India Today made India's best-known photographer, Raghu Rai, an offer he couldn't possibly refuse. Rai recently completed one year with the magazine and the impact of his arrival cannot possibly have been missed by its regular readers. </p><p>Rai's contribution this fortnight is a dramatic series of photographs on an Indian navy submarine going through its paces at sea. For reason of security, Indian subs have so far been off limits to the media, and Rai and Senior Writer Dilip Bobb, who wrote up the experience, are the first civilians to be allowed aboard an Indian submarine at sea.<br><br>No less esoteric and considerably more important as far as the country is concerned, is the field of economics and high finance. Last fortnight's dramatic announcement of the Rs 5,000 crore International Monetary Fund (IMF) loan to India, the highest in IMF's history, hardly deserved the limited attention it elicited from the general public, or the largely misinformed debate it sparked off in Parliament. The reason for that is obviously contained in the fact that most people are considerably confused about the role of the IMF in the context of India's economic development and the quid pro quo India may have to pay in return for the IMF largesse.<br><br>To put the entire imbroglio in its proper perspective, and in layman's language, India Today Business Editor Jay Dubashi supplied the basic framework for the cover story while Managing Editor Suman Dubey stitched the threads together after interviewing a wide range of economists, including Finance Minister R. Venkataraman. The cover story on the IMF loan also includes India Today's regular economic survey which effectively rounds off the total picture.<br><br>The fortnight was also marked by two diverse events which could have more than immediate significance. On the fringes of the dacoit belt of Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, 24 Harijans were slain in a bloody caste killing. Photographer S. Premi was among the first on the spot even before the bloodstains were dry. </p><p>And to write up the gruesome event, Correspondent Chaitanya Kalbag, who joined four weeks ago, travelled through the region. Across the country's borders in the east, Bangladesh went through its first elections since Mujib's slaying. Calcutta Correspondent Sumanta Sen, flew to Dacca before polling day and stayed on to assess the results.<br></p><div id="tab-link-wrapper-plugin"><div class="authors__container"><div class="authors__by"><div class="authlable">Published By: </div><div class="authdetaisl">AtMigration </div></div><div class="published__on"><div class="authlable">Published On: </div><div class="authdetaisl">Oct 24, 2013</div></div></div><div class="sendros">--- ENDS ---</div></div></div>

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<div class="itg-mosimage"><div class="itgimage"><img  title=""  class="" alt="" src="https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.dev?url=https%3A%2F%2Fakm-img-a-in.tosshub.com%2Fsites%2Fmedia2%2Findiatoday%2Fimages%2Fstories%2F1981December%2F12_15_1981-letter-from-the-editor_102413095233.jpg" loading="lazy" /></div>Raghu Rai<p>Long considered an esoteric art, photography in India has finally occupied the niche it so richly deserved. Much of the credit for that should rightfully belong to the dramatic magazine boom of the '70s which widened the scope of photography and the hitherto unsung tribe of Indian lensmen to a considerable degree.</p><p> Right from its inception, India Today has firmly believed, and practised, the internationally-recognised idiom that one good photograph is worth a thousand words. In the genre of newsmagazines, India Today was one of the first to introduce a regular photo feature within its covers.<br><br>With a view to improving the quality of its photographs and give more emphasis to another neglected field in Indian journalism-lay-out and design-India Today made India's best-known photographer, Raghu Rai, an offer he couldn't possibly refuse. Rai recently completed one year with the magazine and the impact of his arrival cannot possibly have been missed by its regular readers. </p><p>Rai's contribution this fortnight is a dramatic series of photographs on an Indian navy submarine going through its paces at sea. For reason of security, Indian subs have so far been off limits to the media, and Rai and Senior Writer Dilip Bobb, who wrote up the experience, are the first civilians to be allowed aboard an Indian submarine at sea.<br><br>No less esoteric and considerably more important as far as the country is concerned, is the field of economics and high finance. Last fortnight's dramatic announcement of the Rs 5,000 crore International Monetary Fund (IMF) loan to India, the highest in IMF's history, hardly deserved the limited attention it elicited from the general public, or the largely misinformed debate it sparked off in Parliament. The reason for that is obviously contained in the fact that most people are considerably confused about the role of the IMF in the context of India's economic development and the quid pro quo India may have to pay in return for the IMF largesse.<br><br>To put the entire imbroglio in its proper perspective, and in layman's language, India Today Business Editor Jay Dubashi supplied the basic framework for the cover story while Managing Editor Suman Dubey stitched the threads together after interviewing a wide range of economists, including Finance Minister R. Venkataraman. The cover story on the IMF loan also includes India Today's regular economic survey which effectively rounds off the total picture.<br><br>The fortnight was also marked by two diverse events which could have more than immediate significance. On the fringes of the dacoit belt of Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, 24 Harijans were slain in a bloody caste killing. Photographer S. Premi was among the first on the spot even before the bloodstains were dry. </p><p>And to write up the gruesome event, Correspondent Chaitanya Kalbag, who joined four weeks ago, travelled through the region. Across the country's borders in the east, Bangladesh went through its first elections since Mujib's slaying. Calcutta Correspondent Sumanta Sen, flew to Dacca before polling day and stayed on to assess the results.<br></p><div id="tab-link-wrapper-plugin"><div class="authors__container"><div class="authors__by"><div class="authlable">Published By: </div><div class="authdetaisl">AtMigration </div></div><div class="published__on"><div class="authlable">Published On: </div><div class="authdetaisl">Oct 24, 2013</div></div></div><div class="sendros">--- ENDS ---</div></div></div>

Long considered an esoteric art, photography in India has finally occupied the niche it so richly deserved. Much of the credit for that should rightfully belong to the dramatic magazine boom of the '70s which widened the scope of photography and the hitherto unsung tribe of Indian lensmen to a considerable degree.

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The Supreme Court ruled that menstrual health is a fundamental right, directing states and UTs to provide free biodegradable sanitary napkins, proper toilets, hygiene facilities, awareness programmes and oversight in all schools.

रयागराज माघ मेले से जुड़े पुलिस व्यवहार मामले पर सुप्रीम कोर्ट में दाखिल याचिका (Photo: PTI)

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A deadly landslide at the rebel-controlled Rubaya coltan mine in eastern Congo killed miners, children and traders during the rainy season, exposing dangerous artisanal mining tied to global electronics supply chains. 


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Over 200 killed in collapse at Rubaya coltan mine in eastern Congo

New Epstein files allege Bill Gates contracted an STD from Russian women and sought antibiotics; Gates denies the unverified claims, saying documents show Epstein’s frustration and attempts to defame him.

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US authorities charged journalist Don Lemon with federal civil rights crimes over a protest that disrupted a Minnesota church service, arresting him in Los Angeles along with three others.

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India’s trade deficit widened under both UPA and NDA, but Economic Survey 2026 data shows the pace slowed after 2014 as import growth moderated, despite weaker export momentum.

Trade deficit grew under UPA and NDA, pace slowed after 2014

Trade deficit grew under both UPA and NDA

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The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) would win 352 seats if the Lok Sabha elections were held today, INDIA bloc 182 seats and others nine seats, according to the India Today-CVoter Mood of the Nation survey.

NDA would win 352 seats if Lok Sabha polls were held today: Mood of the Nation poll

Bands of the Army, Navy, and Air Force and paramilitary enthralled the audiences with an array of foot-tapping melodies, including 'Vande Mataram', 'Kadam Kadam Badhaye Ja', 'Vijay Bharat', 'Sitare Hind' and 'Brave Warrior', at the Beating Retreat ceremony at Delhi's Vijay Chowk on Thursday.

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In this report, the focus is on the high-level meeting between Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi. The meeting aimed to address speculations regarding a rebellion and internal friction within the Kerala Congress unit. Speaking after the marathon session, Shashi Tharoor stated, 'The discussion with my two party leaders, the LOP and the Congress President and we had a very good, constructive, positive discussion.' He emphasized that the party is moving forward on the same page, dismissing rumors of a fallout. Tharoor, the MP from Thiruvananthapuram, confirmed he would continue to campaign for the party alongside the state leadership. The Congress leadership has reportedly stepped in to ensure unity ahead of upcoming elections, describing Tharoor as an asset to the party. The discussion follows Tharoor's recent absence from party meetings and reported differences with the state leadership in Kerala.

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In this Special Report, the focus is on the tabling of the Economic Survey 2025-26 and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address at the start of the Budget Session. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the survey in the Lok Sabha, projecting a robust GDP growth of 7.4% for FY26. Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the India-EU Free Trade Agreement, stating, 'In the beginning of this quarter, the free trade agreement between India and the European Union is a glimpse of how bright the future of the youth of India is.' The Prime Minister emphasized that the next 25 years are crucial for achieving the vision of 'Viksit Bharat 2047' and noted that India is now on the 'reform express.' The bulletin also covers the political friction in Parliament, with the opposition demanding a rollback of the G. Ramji law while the BJP accused them of disrespecting constitutional traditions. The survey highlights fiscal prudence, with the deficit met at 4.8% of GDP.

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This special report covers the final rites of Ajit Pawar being conducted at Vidya Pratishthan in Baramati. The transcript highlights the emotional scenes as the Pawar family, including Sunetra Pawar, Parth Pawar, and Jai Pawar, pay their last respects. A significant moment is noted between Supriya Sule and Sunetra Pawar, who stood together despite their past political face-off in the Lok Sabha elections. The speaker notes, 'The family, the political divide blurred by what has been deep love within the family and that void today is filled by the outpouring of grief.' The programme reflects on Ajit Pawar's legacy as a 'mercurial leader' who transformed Baramati into a model constituency. The report details the public nature of the bereavement, with a three-day mourning period announced in the region as the community gathers to say goodbye to the leader they affectionately called 'Dada'.

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