You hold a newspaper. You read the front page. Then you throw it away.
But today I read Indian newspaper today — all of it. Front page to back. Here are 7 headlines you should actually read.
1. Government to Sell Stake in 4 PSUs
Financial news. Boring? No. The government is selling its shares in 4 public companies.
Why you should care: If you have a mutual fund, these shares are in it. Your money is moving.
2. Monsoon Arrives Early in Kerala
Good news for farmers. Bad news for your weekend plans.
Why you should care: Early monsoon means early floods in some states. If you live near a river, start preparing.
3. Railway to Run Special Trains for Rath Yatra
Every year, Rath Yatra in Puri attracts lakhs. This year, railways is running 50 special trains.
Why you should care: If you are travelling to Odisha in June/July, book early.
4. Indian Student Wins Bronze in Physics Olympiad
A 17-year-old from a small town in Maharashtra. His school had no lab. He studied from YouTube.
Why you should care: If he can do it, so can your child.
5. Petrol Price Down by ₹1.50
Small drop. But a drop.
Why you should care: If you drive, you save ₹200 a month. If you take auto, the driver might charge less. Might.
6. New Rule: No Helmet, No Petrol
The government has allowed petrol pumps to refuse fuel to two-wheeler riders without helmets.
Why you should care: Wear one. It's not for the rule. It's for your head.
7. The Story That Made the Editor Cry
A 90-year-old veteran walked from his village to the district headquarters. 35 km. To cast his vote. He said: "I fought for the country. I'll fight for the vote too."
The truth: Democracy is not free. It costs walking.
Why You Should Read the Whole Paper
The front page gives you the news. The inside pages give you the truth. Read the whole paper. Or let me do it for you.