India is becoming a global economic powerhouse, yet the average Indian continues to struggle with low income, poor access to services, and deep inequality. This article dives into why India’s wealth is not trickling down, how the top 10% dominate national resources, and what policies could bridge the gap. Backed by the World Inequality Report and real 2023–24 data, it asks: Can a country be rich if most of its people are still poor

In a significant and unusually frank disclosure, a top-ranking Indian military official has publicly acknowledged that India sustained aerial "losses" during a recent armed confrontation with Pakistan. The admission has drawn national and international attention, as it breaks from New Delhi’s traditionally guarded approach to reporting military setbacks, especially those involving its volatile relationship with Islamabad.