Opinion
Opinion | Allahabad HC Has Drawn a Timely Red Line to Protect Hinduism in India, But Who's Listening?
Somewhere along the way, non-Hindu religious plenipotentiaries have blurred the thin line between the 'freedom to propagate' one’s faith and the right to proselytise. These are not one and the same things
Write Mind | Hindutva and the Indian Constitution: A Match Made in Heaven
If the ever-enduring and ever-evolving Hindutva is the cultural identity and soul of Bharat, the Constitution is the legal documentation of that very Hindu essence that invariably ensures the rights, duties, and freedom of its votaries
Opinion | Nalanda’s Resurrection: Modi’s Tryst with History and India’s Future
With the inauguration of the new Nalanda University, PM Modi has not merely rebuilt a campus, but revived a powerful symbol of India's intellectual heritage. It represents India's commitment to reclaim its place on the world stage, not through conquest, b...
Straight Talk | Tackling India's Job Crisis Requires An Overhaul of Our Obsolete Education System
The bottom line is this: India’s education system is no longer in a position to uplift people. It may help them read, write, calculate and know a little about the world around them, but beyond that, the education system in its present form does little to...
Opinion | Rahul Dev Burman: The Master And His Music
The great RD Burman could compose a song for every situation with equal ease, an ability shared by few others. A tribute to the legend in the wake of his 85th birth anniversary on Thursday, June 27
Opinion | To Go Slaughter-Free, India Needs Cultured Meat, Not Plant-Based Ones
Bharat has enough spiritual, ethical, environmental, and economic reason to give cultured meat a serious policy push. The time of this idea has come, and India can lead the world in slaughter-free lab meat
Global Watch | Aggressive Chinese Attempt to Infiltrate Nepal’s Media
Despite Nepal’s explicit restriction on foreign media investments, a well-organised network of pro-China media outlets has infiltrated the country
Opinion | Is the G7's Era of Global Influence Fading?
The G7 Summit unfolded amid crises and shaky leadership. Rather than projecting strength, the event exposed internal fractures and anxieties, raising questions about the group's capacity to address a turbulent world
Opinion | Damp Squib: Is This the Most Boring T20 World Cup Ever?
Because of IPL fatigue and several low-scoring matches, the T20 Men’s Cricket World Cup has failed to generate much excitement
Opinion | Lotus Blooms in ‘Red’ Citadel: How BJP Has Emerged as Alternative in Kerala
With the BJP becoming a formidable force in Kerala, it is important to analyse whether the Left parties are facing an existential crisis in their last stronghold
Opinion | Modi’s Cabinet: Why C R Patil Deserves a Seat at the Table
As Modi embarks on his third term, he will be looking to surround himself with trusted lieutenants who can translate his vision into reality. And C R Patil, with his unique blend of organisational skills, mass appeal and unwavering loyalty, fits the bill...
Opinion | In PM Modi We Trust: Four Reflections on What Makes Modi Click
Even on the back of a diminished mandate, Modi's family has grown, which only underlines his acceptability. He will take oath on June 9 for a historic third term after undergoing a scorching trial by fire
Critics Vs Data: How India’s Economy Proves the Doubters Wrong
As the Modi government is set to resume its third term, one needs to understand that the continuity of reforms and policies will propel India towards sustained growth and development
Opinion | Breaking the Chains: Protecting Youth from Tobacco Epidemic
Nearly 28.6 per cent of adults and about 15 per cent of children aged 13 to 15 use tobacco in some form. By raising awareness, strengthening policies, and supporting cessation efforts, we can move closer to a tobacco-free world
Opinion | The Lalu Jungle Raj: A Dark History That Needs Retelling
In the 1990s, almost no day began without the nation being revolted by the ghastly headlines emanating from Bihar. The undeniable patron saint of this full-blown criminalisation of politics was Lalu Prasad Yadav, the then Chief Minister of Bihar
Opinion | India’s Population Conundrum: A Looming Crisis Demanding Control
Overcrowding, pollution, and environmental degradation are no longer distant threats, but a present reality. India faces a stark choice: embrace population control measures or risk losing its treasures, both natural and cultural, to the relentless tide of...