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Remember saying “xerox” a document instead of photocopying? Discover the Rise and Fall of Xerox
07
Jan
By Theviralmail
Technology, Wide Angle, ,

Remember saying “xerox” a document instead of photocopying? Discover the Rise and Fall of Xerox

Xerox lost market dominance despite being synonymous with photocopying. It clung to its monopoly-era mindset and moved slowly on new technologies. Rivals like Canon and HP redefined the market around it. As patents expired, offices went digital. Xerox did not adapt its products to a faster world. It also failed to adjust its pricing and branding to be more connected and economical. From Monopoly to Mounting Competition Xerox controlled almost the entire plain-paper copier market for nearly two decades after commercialising xerography. The company became a byword for photocopying worldwide. The company was protected by a powerful patent portfolio. It…
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Surviving Jio: Airtel’s Strategy for Success
30
Dec
By Theviralmail
Wide Angle,

Surviving Jio: Airtel’s Strategy for Success

Airtel’s story against Jio works very well as a classic “near-death to disciplined comeback” case study. Bharti Airtel's story highlights its struggle for survival in a Jio-dominated telecom landscape. Aggressive pricing and strategic moves became essential. When a giant was supposed to die In 2016, India’s telecom market looked doomed for Bharti Airtel. Reliance Jio arrived with free voice, dirt-cheap 4G data, and a war chest big enough to bleed out every incumbent. Smaller players like Aircel and RCom collapsed. Even giants like Vodafone and Idea were forced into a desperate merger to survive. Many analysts wrote obituaries for Airtel.…
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Why Rupee Continues to Slide While Forex and Gold Reserves are at All Time High
15
Dec
By Theviralmail
Nation, Wide Angle, , ,

Why Rupee Continues to Slide While Forex and Gold Reserves are at All Time High

Reserves are a safety net, not a magic shield. The rupee's value relies on global dollar strength. It is also influenced by India's trade and capital flows. Policy choices on intervention levels play a role too. Key points to understand: Record reserves do not imply guaranteed strong rupee; they only mean India can handle shocks better. A weaker rupee can be partly deliberate, supporting exports and absorbing global pressures. Gold and valuation gains can inflate reserve numbers even when underlying vulnerabilities remain. The rupee can weaken even when forex and gold reserves are at record highs. The exchange rate is…
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Threats India Face From Neighbouring Nation
12
Dec
By Theviralmail
Defense, Wide Angle, , ,

Threats India Face From Neighbouring Nation

India today faces a spectrum of threats from almost every neighbour. These threats include conventional military risks and nuclear brinkmanship. They also involve cross‑border terrorism, cyberattacks, illegal migration, and grey‑zone tactics. The intensity and nature of these threats vary country‑wise. Together, they create a complex security ring around the Indian mainland and its maritime periphery.​ Pakistan: Terror Proxies and Nuclear Shadow Pakistan remains the most immediate source of cross‑border terrorism. Groups like Lashkar‑e‑Taiba and Jaish‑e‑Mohammad use its territory. They also use Pakistan‑occupied Kashmir as bases for attacks in India. Repeated terror strikes, including the 2025 Pahalgam attack that killed dozens…
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IMF’s Funding to Pakistan: Nourishing Terror or Enabling Reform?
11
Dec
By Theviralmail
Wide Angle, World, ,

IMF’s Funding to Pakistan: Nourishing Terror or Enabling Reform?

The IMF is not officially supporting terrorism. However, its repeated bailouts are indirectly enabling a fiscally weak, security‑state‑driven Pakistan to postpone deep reforms. This creates space for continued military dominance and a permissive ecosystem for terror proxies. A nuanced explainer needs to separate what the IMF legally does and intends. It must also explain Pakistan’s state structure. The track record on terror financing in Pakistan can distort the ultimate impact of these funds. ​ IMF’s Mandate and How it Lends The International Monetary Fund is a financial institution. It was created to stabilise economies in crisis. This is achieved by…
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Countries Facing Population Decline: Solutions and Challenges
18
Jul
By radhasindhu890
Population, Wide Angle, World,

Countries Facing Population Decline: Solutions and Challenges

India is the most populous country in the world - with a population of more than 140 crore. But there are nations which are facing opposite circumstances - declining populations. In response, governments in these countries are providing incentives to people to have more children. These are the countries in which high ambitions and busy lives have left no space for parenthood. But an old population, with little youth to support it, will bring an economic crisis to these nations. Some even risk vanishing from the global landscape. Some such countries include South Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Mauritius, Spain,…
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India’s Fourth Inning Failures: A Trend which needs Attention
15
Jul
By radhasindhu890
Sports, Wide Angle, , ,

India’s Fourth Inning Failures: A Trend which needs Attention

Day 5 of the Lord’s test brought victory to England over a stubborn India. The home team won by 22 runs and has taken a lead in the 5-match series by 2-1. With a target of just 192, the match could have gone to India. However, England bowled out the visitors for 170. People said that the fourth-inning curse had struck India again. India has past horrors of chasing a fourth inning target in SENA (South Africa, England, New Zealand and Australia) countries. At first, the match seemed an easy win for India. England came back into the game after…
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Top 10 Shiv Temples to Visit During Sawan: A Guide for Pilgrims
14
Jul
By Theviralmail
Faith, Nation, Wide Angle, ,

Top 10 Shiv Temples to Visit During Sawan: A Guide for Pilgrims

The holy month of Sawan (Shravan) is the most auspicious time for devotees of Lord Shiv. Millions of pilgrims undertake intense fasts, prayers, and pilgrimages to revered Shiva temples across India. These temples, particularly the Jyotirlingas, witness an unprecedented surge in visitors, especially on Sawan Mondays (Somwars). Here is a guide to the 10 most visited Shiv temples during Sawan. You should consider these temples for your spiritual journey. 1. Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh The Kashi Vishwanath Temple is located on the banks of the sacred Ganges River. It is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and perhaps the…
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