Opinions
Manipur conflict not just a local crisis
It is a microcosm of the broader challenges of managing diversity in a pluralistic society “Manipur’s conflict is not just a local crisis but a microcosm of the broader challenges of managing diversity in a […]
How the Right overtook the Left in India
The Left is still fixated on the revolution and is reluctant to embrace the multilayered demands of electoral politics “The national question is crucial for both the Left and the Right, though their approaches differ. […]
What will a second Trump presidency bring?
How will the world, and India, negotiate Trump 2.0? Why is Trump threatening punitive tariffs on some countries? Will he usher in changes in immigration policies? Will his second term also likely witness America’s continuing […]
Farewell to 2024 and Welcome to 2025: Reflections and Expectations
As 2024 draws to a close, it is a moment of both reflection and anticipation-a time to evaluate the successes and setbacks of the past year and to look forward with cautious optimism to what […]
It is for historians to dig for tell-tale remains, not bigots
It is unfortunate that judicial misdirection is stirring up the retaliatory instincts of people fed on the falsehoods of manufactured history Normally, digging at historic sites is done by an archaeologist and historians in search […]
Elon Musk is the ultimate chaos agent
With one post on X, Musk has the power to shut down the government of the most powerful nation in world history Much about the second rise of Trump, like that of the first, undermines […]
Crimes against humanity and an obtuse Indian stance
India’s response to a ‘crimes against humanity’ treaty aligns with its aversion to the Rome Statute and the International Criminal Court “India advocates for the inclusion of ‘terrorism’ as an act amounting to CAH. India’s […]
An Unparalleled Sacrifice in History
On the Martyrdom of the Four Sons of Guru Gobind Singh The history of the world bears testimony to countless acts of bravery and sacrifice, but few compare to the monumental story of Guru Gobind […]
Under Trump 2.0, the world and the India outlook
There is every reason to believe that U.S. President-elect Donald Trump would be inclined to view India more favorably than others Confirming the adage that the victor takes all, the stunning victory achieved by Donald […]
New RBI Governor : Inflation-growth balance key task
Revenue Secretary Sanjay Malhotra’s surprise appointment as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor comes amid worries over a decline in economic growth, a weaker currency and an upturn in inflation. As he embarks on […]
Dishonorable: Allahabad HC judge has done a big disservice
Only a strong institutional response will serve the cause of justice following the communally charged remarks by a judge of the Allahabad High Court. Demands have been put forth for an inquiry against Justice Shekhar […]
