Opinions
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 Patna warm-up exercise, the Opposition took a few steps forward in Bengaluru. The most significant […]
In impasse in wrestlers’ case, the loser is the rule of law
There is an all-round weakening of the rule of law in India, best exemplified by the impasse in the wrestlers’ sexual harassment complaint and the feeble administrative, judicial and political attempts to ensure justice. Police […]
The authority of ED and usage of PMLA
Of late, much of the ED’s powers have been discharged in effecting pre-trial arrests Unfortunately, of late, much of the ED’s powers have been discharged in effecting pre-trial arrests, which used to be the prerogative […]
NDA vs INDIA: Challenge for Opposition to remain united
The battlelines for the 2024 General Election are now clearly drawn, with 26 Opposition parties forming an anti-BJP front named INDIA, an acronym for the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance. The Opposition now has a […]
Your work is a testament to the positive impact journalism can have on our society
Dear Prof. Saluja, I am writing to express my deepest admiration and gratitude for the exceptional work you have done in your recent issue of the Indian Panorama News exposing criminals in Indian politics. Your […]
Loot, intransigence, and the darkening of a colonial blot
Mr. Trudeau’s Willy Brandt moment needs to find its British echo “We must understand that the return of stolen property is not a substitute for the trauma and the horrors caused by colonialism, because the […]
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 teaching in 1990, I was guided by a very noble idea of the university. The […]
India put its foot down at SCO summit
Refusal to endorse resolution on Belt and Road Initiative sent stern message to China During the SCO summit, India responded swiftly and strongly by abstaining from a Chinese-sponsored resolution praising China’s much-touted Belt and Road […]
Criminals in Indian Legislatures: Alarming Figures Reveal a Deep-Seated Challenge to Democracy
In a troubling revelation that raises serious concerns about the state of Indian democracy, recent figures have unveiled a distressing trend of criminals finding their way into the hallowed halls of the country’s legislatures. The […]
No relief for Rahul
Quantum of sentence raises vital questions With the Gujarat High Court dismissing Rahul Gandhi’s plea seeking a stay on his conviction in a criminal defamation case over his ‘Modi surname’ remark, the Congress leader is […]
Thwarting Twitter: on the Karnataka High Court ruling
Ruling in favor of blocking should not be the last word on social media law It is unfortunate that the petition by Twitter, Inc. challenging the validity of the spate of blocking orders passed by […]
Fact vs fake : Right to dissent must prevail
The Bombay High Court’s observation on Thursday (July 7, 2023) that since the April amendment to IT Rules, 2021, though well intended, led to the violation of the Constitution and so it must go is […]
The depths to which politicians sink
Ajit Pawar’s revolt has put the NCP and the Maha Vikas Aghadi on a sticky wicket “Interesting also will be how the two new components of the functioning government will adjust to the new dispensation. […]
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 as corporate governance and lending decisions of banks? Both take place far removed from the […]
Sobriety after the euphoria of the U.S. state visit
India’s potential should be marshalled to act as a bridge between conflicting parties in the Indo-Pacific, in West Asia and in Europe. This could be the enduring legacy of the Prime Minister’s latest visit to […]
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 is found. The Army, which has been in the state for long periods to fight […]
Beleaguered community-being a Muslim in new India
Muslims have to wake up to a daily avalanche of hate on social media, political circles, and in real life To be a Muslim is to be voiceless in the new India. Almost all mainstream […]
PM’s push for UCC: Code should be reformatory, not a Hindutva plank
With less than a year to go for the Lok Sabha elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made a strong pitch for the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), even as he has accused […]
God Bless America !
4th of July stirs mixed feelings, the dominant being a confidence that we can and shall overcome. 3 years ago, Covid struck down all traditional ceremonies, leaving Americans to celebrate the event in a shorter […]
AMERICANISM, NOW
“America is undergoing serious soul wrenching changes at the same time soul searching. Recently, there have been shocking setbacks to long established order: Huge monetary contributions to elections that tilts the scales of justice; denying […]
