State surveillance must be subject to systemic checks and supervision and not mirror the nefarious activities of the dark underworld. As a Supreme Court of India Bench pointed out, the question is not whether the […]
The UN Security Council’s statement on Friday (April 25, 2025) condemning “in the strongest terms” the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, was necessary, but inadequate. According to the statement, which expressed condolences to India, and to […]
The election of Mark Carney as Canada’s Prime Minister offers a much-needed opportunity to reset the strained ties between Ottawa and New Delhi. Relations had hit a nadir under Justin Trudeau, particularly after his 2023 […]
Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, passed away on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88. His death followed a stroke and irreversible heart failure, occurring in his residence at the Vatican’s […]
Two issues have returned to dominate American political discourse with renewed vigor—tariffs and immigration. For President Donald Trump and his inner circle of advisors, the latter has once again become a rallying cry. Rhetoric around […]
Vaisakhi, for centuries, was observed as a traditional harvest festival in Punjab—a celebration of the land’s fertility, the joy of abundance, and the spirit of community. Farmers would come together to give thanks for the […]
The American democratic experiment, as envisioned by the founding fathers, was predicated on a system of governance rooted in the principle of checks and balances. By distributing power among three co-equal branches—the Executive, the Legislature, […]
The AAP government in Punjab has been waging a war on drugs as well as corruption, but it hasn’t put up a strong fight against fiscal indiscipline. Successive governments in the state have been living […]
When a comedian’s parody can provoke a police case, vandalism, and political outrage, it says far more about the fragility of those in power than the strength of their positions. In Maharashtra, Kunal Kamra’s satirical […]
Nagpur riots saw the use of a medieval trope to polarize people There is ample empirical evidence that riots in India are often orchestrated by vested interests and are not spontaneous eruptions of social tensions. […]
The First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution explicitly protects the freedom of speech, ensuring that individuals, journalists, and critics can express their views without fear of government retaliation. However, during the Trump administration, there were […]
The Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, introduced in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday, March 11, reflects the Union Government’s intent to exercise greater control over the entry, exit and stay of foreigners. The proposed legislation, […]
As Mark Carney prepares to take over as Canada’s Prime Minister, he has signaled a desire to “rebuild” ties with India, which deteriorated sharply under Justin Trudeau. His focus on diversifying Canada’s trade partnerships presents […]
International Women’s Day (IWD), celebrated on March 8, has served as a global platform for advocating gender equality, recognizing women’s achievements, and addressing challenges they face worldwide. Proposed in 1910 by Clara Zetkin, IWD aimed […]
The 1984 anti-Sikh riots remain one of the darkest stains on India’s history. The fact that it took 34 years to convict a single leader and that many others died without facing trial is a […]
In recent years, the BJP has developed a knack for springing a surprise while selecting chief ministers. Delhi is no exception. The party has picked first-time MLA and former councilor Rekha Gupta, dashing the hopes […]
Accountability and independence ought to be equally important for judges The Lokpal’s ruling that High Court judges are amenable to its jurisdiction and the Supreme Court order staying it on its own motion raise more […]
The current ferment in Akali politics reflects a fierce tussle for the control of premier Sikh institutions. Tensions have been simmering since December last year, when the Akal Takht awarded religious punishment to Shiromani Akali […]
The diplomatic relationship between the United States and India has experienced significant shifts over recent years, influenced by leadership changes and evolving geopolitical dynamics. As Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a two-day visit to […]
SC calls out lax prosecution in 1984 riot cases Over four decades have passed, but for the victims of the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, time has not dulled the wounds of injustice. The Supreme Court’s remarks […]
In any democratic election, one of the most consistent patterns observed globally is the desire for change. Voters often seek a fresh government, hoping for a better deal, more responsible leadership, and greater responsiveness to […]
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi travels to the US for a much-anticipated meeting with President Donald Trump next week, buoyed by strengthening political fortunes at home. Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party is tipped to win local […]
Donald Trump’s vicious assault on the international criminal court is no surprise. His last administration slapped sanctions on it over its investigations into potential war crimes in Afghanistan, including by the US, and into the […]
India’s 76th Republic Day celebrations are a poignant reminder of the country’s remarkable achievement in sustaining its democracy, despite numerous challenges. As the world’s largest democracy, India stands tall in a global landscape where many […]
The Ministry of External Affairs and the Odisha Government are patting their backs for the “overwhelming success” of the just concluded biannual event for the elite of the Indian Diaspora. The three-day Pravasi Bharatiya Divas […]
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