The Hidden Costs of ‘Free’: How Discounts and Giveaways Shape Society

The allure of freebies and discounts reflects a deep-rooted human tendency to maximize perceived value. These offers, from online shopping coupons to seasonal sales, resonate with the notion of smart consumerism, making them nearly irresistible. However, the impact of this phenomenon transcends personal savings and convenience, influencing broader societal norms and individual behaviors in ways…

The upcoming Bihar elections and the new Migrant vote bank

Two three months back some politicians, journalists were complaining that Indian government was not doing enough.  Something like this: https://twitter.com/RahulGandhi/status/1238331274726486017?s=20 They started keeping a tab on deaths because of Coronavirus. Kerala being the very first state. 3 Dead, 4 dead, ..... 100 infected. A constant reminder, news sites maintained a scorecard at the corner of…