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Binu Karunakaran

Sr Associate Editor

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The News Minute

Preston's Summary

Binu Karunakaran is a Sr Associate Editor at Newslaundry. He covers a diverse range of topics including arts and entertainment, security and law enforcement, climate change, and sustainability, weaving together themes of crime and justice with a focus on the judicial system. Binu's work has been featured in prominent outlets such as Scroll Media and The News Minute.

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Geo Focus

India (National)

Coverage Attributes:

Beta
Informative: 50 %
Opinion: 16 %
Data Driven: 11 %
Government Announcement: 5 %
Interviews Q&as: 4 %

Themes Covered:

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Most Recent Topics:

  • Cleantech
  • GreenTech
  • Recycling
  • Renewable Energy

Pitching Insights

Binu Karunakaran's coverage primarily focuses on local government and politics, as well as socio-cultural issues in India with a specific emphasis on Kerala and Tamil Nadu. When reaching out to Binu, consider providing insights into ongoing evolving stories related to political developments or cultural events within these regions. Additionally, sources who can offer expert analysis or commentary on governmental announcements, environmental issues, and natural disasters affecting the region may be of interest to him.

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Articles

The News Minute

Why Karnataka labour unions say a 60% minimum wage hike could boost the economy

Why Karnataka labour unions say a 60% minimum wage hike could boost the economy

By: Binu Karunakaran, Anisha Sheth

The Karnataka state government's recent minimum wage hike—which will likely spur consumption and increase economic security for workers—has triggered a strong backlash from private employers. However, labour activists say that the wage hike has the potential to boost the local economy while at the same time increasing social and economic security for workers.

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