Opinions
An imaginary letter from the 1st Chief Election Commissioner to the present one
The EC’s Special Intensive Revision in Bihar appears to be flawed and undemocratic. Dear Chief Election Commissioner, I write to you across the corridors of time, not as a mere predecessor but as one who […]
Socialism and Secularism are the Spirit of the Constitution
The call to erase ‘socialism’ and ‘secularism’ from the Constitution is a calculated move to have an oppressive majoritarian state India’s Constitution is not merely a legal document. It is the embodiment of the ideals […]
There’s something about Zohran K Mamdani
The Indian American New York mayoral candidate is perhaps reminding us of the idea of India, a sort of One Nation, Many Melting Pots. Who’s afraid of Zohran Kwame Mamdani? The 33-year-old Democrat candidate for […]
Hope floats for a thaw in India-Canada relations
The G7 invite to India is an attempt to mend fences and set in motion a quiet reset of relations at the highest level “A concrete starting point for restoring economic momentum is the revival […]
MODI SELLING RISING GDP AS A SIGN OF PROSPERITY TO THE DEPRIVED MASSES OF INDIA
Since seizing real power in 2001 by ousting Keshubhai Patel within his own party, the BJP, Narendra Modi has governed through a calculated mix of deception—relying on fiction, half-truths, strategic omissions, and outright lies to […]
Use international law to take on Pakistan-backed terror
A clear and compelling narrative that uses international law and indisputable facts will help India in its fight against cross-border terrorism Given that Pakistan has been sponsoring and abetting terrorism against India and has not […]
Decoding America’s Sudden Ceasefire Push Between India and Pakistan
“Ultimately, America’s intervention reflected a pragmatic blend of nuclear risk management, geopolitical rivalry with China, and economic foresight. By acting decisively, the U.S. not only helped stabilize a volatile region but also reinforced its soft […]
Neutralizing Terrorism Without Escalating Tension
Neutralizing terrorists is undoubtedly a positive development. I welcome efforts dedicated to dismantling terrorist networks and restoring safety for civilians. I’m especially appreciative of the Indian government’s initiative to differentiate between Islam and the extremist […]
Manipur: A Stain on the Nation’s Conscience
The ethnic violence that engulfed Manipur in May 2023, pitting the Meitei and Kuki-Zomi communities against each other, has exposed profound systemic failures. Beyond the immediate tragedy, the crisis raises urgent questions about governance, justice, […]
Drones are changing war and India must catch up
The Indian military will have to evolve a comprehensive doctrine around drone warfare. Fundamental changes would have to be made in how the Army fights. “Today, small quadcopters costing less than $1,000 dominate the tactical […]
Deported by error: Garcia case and its echoes in India
Nowadays, there are heart-rending cases of young persons of both countries who cross the India-Pakistan border inadvertently and spend years in prison unless compassionate border security officials do not refer their cases to the police […]
New Waqf law reeks of divisive agenda
The PM’s lofty views about the amendments are not shared by the Muslim masses “In my view, laws such as the CAA and the Waqf (Amendment) Act are meant to needle the Muslim community and […]
