One Nation, One Election: An idea fated to fail
“The idea of ‘one nation, one election’ is based on the premise that there should be countrywide elections to the…
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(Update 12 minutes ago)How India Led the Way Toward a Human-Centered Future
Our G20 Presidency strives to bridge divides, dismantle barriers, and sow seeds of collaboration that nourish a world where unity…
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India’s Moon Milestone
Besides technological and scientific goals, lunar missions have great geopolitical significance “Besides the technological and scientific goals, the moon missions…
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The anatomy of bulldozer justice
The state can’t let its animus against the minority community lead it to commit illegalities “The Division Bench of the…
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The dilemma of double-engine governments
The rioting in Nuh and Gurugram reflects badly on the state government and the police force “The rioting in Nuh…
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This is no longer my India that was the birthplace of my Religion & my Ancestors
“Fraternity means a sense of common brotherhood of all Indians-of Indians being one people. It is the principle which gives…
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The road to 2024 is uphill for Trump
Republicans could well end up with a nominee who might have been convicted more than once The current Republican approach…
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Questions for Manipur CM, DGP
They must explain why it took the police so long to take action against perpetrators of May 4 crime It…
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Prelude to 2024 Lok Sabha battle
Oppn has its task cut out if it is to cohere into a credible alternative to BJP-led NDA “After the…
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The spirit of the university under threat
Suspension of teachers reflects the crisis emanating from the virus of ‘anti-intellectualism’ “When I chose to join the vocation of…
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Corrupt political funding makes all capitalists crony
Indian democracy runs on the proceeds of corruption “Why does dirty political funding enter the picture while discussing subjects such…
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Manipur needs a political solution
PM Modi must focus his attention on the troubled northeastern state The tinderbox will keep smoldering until a political solution…
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MODI FOOLS AMERICAN PUBLIC AND MEDIA
When it comes to foreign relations, America’s policy is never based on “Human Rights Abuse” or “Religious Persecution” in a…
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Misplaced Priorities of PM Narendra Modi
Modi confabulates with world leaders abroad while a part of India is burning “Although the Biden Administration promised to put…
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There’s Only One Way to Fix New York’s Traffic Gridlock
By Charles Komanoff and Gernot Wagner The first is that congestion pricing will cut traffic not just within the so-called…
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Operation Bluestar And Punjab
Thoughts on the 39th anniversary of Operation Blue star: The game is for power not for Punjab Thirty-nine years after…
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Much ado about the inauguration Oppn parties which boycotted the event should join hands to oppose Centre’s ordinance on Delhi
“Modi has his nose in front on these considerations and also because of his communication skills. But if he needles…
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Rahul Gandhi: a profile of Courage
Courage has its complexities but has a certain level of power attached to it. Standing up for principles in today’s…
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Double-engine anti-incumbency
Loss of legitimacy due to corruption taint proved to be the BJP’s undoing in Karnataka Modi had won in 2019…
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India, Canada Move a Step Forward towards FTA, India to Allow Canadian Universities to Set Up Campuses, Improved Air Services Stressed
Joint Statement issued at conclusion of the 6th Canada-India Ministerial Dialogue on Trade & Investment India and Canada have made…
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Deciphering the ‘Pawar game’
Sharad Pawar’s decision to step down as NCP chief is a strategic move to assert his authority over his party…
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Not by ‘Vande Bharat’ alone
The nation can ill-afford to let the performance of its prime transporter and its largest public undertaking to be judged…
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How Good is Punjab Police?
Money, equipment and bulging numbers do not modernize or improve efficiency of a police force. Training and motivation are the…
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Congress should be concerned about the increasing defections from its ranks
Congress Party could ill afford to dismiss the increasing defections of leaders from its ranks, and it is time long…
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The age of toxic politics
Death of critical thinking is what all authoritarian masters cherish “No meaningful teaching/learning is possible if the psychology of fear…
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Dutch farmers’ poll win has lessons for India
The Dutch farmers’ victory, emerging from continued dissatisfaction with the government polices to cut down nitrate pollution on the farm,…
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Misplaced priorities
The Congress leader erred, but it does not justify the stalling of Parliament The temple of democracy, Parliament, is locked…
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Oscars won, Indian cinema poised for greater glory
Naysayers are likely to attribute reasons other than quality to India’s ascent on the Oscars stage. That we are not…
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Media raids and breaking the silence on press freedom
“The Supreme Court needs to revive and apply the doctrine of “effect and consequence” to consider a broader canvas of…
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Opposition unity remains a bridge too far
Sisodia’s arrest has profound national implications for the direction the Opposition will eventually pursue. After tarring the TMC and AAP…
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