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Do you remember the famous NFT called “The First 5000 Days” by Beeple? It was sold for $69.3 million.  But what exactly are NFTs? Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are assets like artworks, images, GIFs, videos, tweets, documents, and more. These tokens are created using blockchain technology, such as Solana, Ethereum, Cardano and others.  Each NFT has some unique identification codes created through an encryption function from metadata. These tokens are then stored on a blockchain ledger while the assets themselves are stored in other places, the connection between the token and the asset is what makes it one-of-a-kind and irreplaceable. The very first NFT sold was “Quantum”, created by Kevin McKoy in 2014 on blockchain (Namecoin). With the advent of Ethereum blockchain in 2017, the NFTs started gaining much recognition. However, the NFTs market has experienced a dramatic roller-coaster over the past 3 years characterising a meteoric rise, rapid fall and now signs of revival...

Introduction In recent years, the Indian real estate market has been the subject of much debate and speculation. Some experts have raised concerns about the possibility of a bubble, citing factors such as rapid price appreciation, high levels of unsold inventory, and a slowdown in sales. Home prices in almost all large Indian cities are unaffordable. In cities like Mumbai and Gurgaon, buying a home demands decades of savings.  In fact, as The Times of India   reported on June 24, 2025, it would take 109 years of savings for the richest 5 percent of families in Mumbai to be able to buy a home to live in. In Gurgaon it would take 64 years. For Bengaluru and Delhi, the figure was at 36 years and 35 years respectively. Now, these are average numbers, and like all average numbers they hide more than they reveal. Nonetheless, even if it would take half the number of years, the message is simple: Home prices in Indian cities have reached extremely high levels. Why Bubble migh...

Introduction Imagine being a US citizen, looking to expand your business into The Japanese market. Upon your arrival, you naturally extend your hand for a firm handshake, initiate a small talk, and address your counterparts by their first names- practices appropriate and expected in American business culture. However, you are soon encountered with puzzled expressions and subtle discomfort. In Japan, such behaviours can seem disrespectful, where bowing is the customary greeting and formality is deeply valued.  This scenario displays a common challenge faced by the Multinational Corporations (MNCs) operating on the global stage: CULTURAL DIFFERENCES. Every culture has its own unique set of communication styles, norms and business etiquettes. What is considered standard practice in one country may be inappropriate or misunderstood in another. Failing to recognise and adapt to these differences, can result in miscommunication, damaged relationships and even the breakdown of negotiatio...

Formed after five years of consultations, NEP, 2020 which replaces the previous education policy of 1986 has stated that wherever possible, the medium of instruction, for students in both public and private schools, until at least Grade 5, but preferably till Grade 8 and beyond, will be in the home language or the mother tongue or the local language or the regional language. Thereafter, the home or local language shall continue to be taught as a language wherever possible. The three-language formula will still be used, but it will be done so while promoting both national unity and multilingualism. This system will have more freedom, according to NEP, and no state will be forced to use a certain language. So long as at least two of the three languages are indigenous to India, states, or regions, and of course, the students themselves will choose the three languages that will be taught to them. Embracing Linguistic Diversity: India's Language Education Reform The Three Language Formu...

  Introduction: Immigrants in Modern World Migration is not a modern phenomenon. It has been an integral part of human history since the earlier stages of human evolution. Closely related to this concept is immigration , which specifically refers to the act of permanently relocating to a foreign country from your birth country. Whereas migration encompasses a broader concept of movement of people from one place to another, whether within or across borders, and can be temporary or permanent. Despite its long-standing role in human development, immigration remains a contentious issue in developed nations, presenting both opportunities and challenges, sparking political, social, and economic debates about national identity and resource allocation. As per the global data, the number of international immigrants has significantly increased over the past few decades. In 2020, approximately 281 million people were living outside their country of birth - more than double the number recorded...