MP’s Gang Rapes
Governance under question
By Proloy Bagchi
The capital of Madhya Pradesh, Bhopal is seething with anger and outrage. Recent incidents of gang rape have put a...
New govt’s priorities
Beyond Borders
By Dr D.K. Giri
(Prof. International Politics, JMI)
After two months of mind and body-wrenching electioneering in the biggest democracy in the world, the results...
Will ncap clean the air?
India's Polluted Cities
By Dhurjati Mukherjee
Air pollution levels remain dangerously high in many parts of the world. New data from WHO shows that 9 out...
More rancid the better!
Insult Now Asset
By Poonam I Kaushish
Rajnetik virodhi ya jaani dushman? A question that niggles as the narrative hits a new low with highly vitriolic...
Crop diversification vital
Transforming Agriculture
By Dhurjati Mukherjee
Prime Minister Modi, at the recently held 32nd International Conference of Agricultural Economists (ICAE) on ‘Transformation Towards Sustainable Agri-Food Systems’ pointed...
How do you evaluate commissioners?
SC Halla Bol On ECs
By Poonam I Kaushish
In this silly poll season amidst accusations slugfest between Parties in Modiland Gujarat, a five-judge Constitution Bench...
India-Russia careful on optics
Trump's Long Shadow
By Shivaji Sarkar
The currency crisis is bound to impact India growth. Indeed, a deep crisis is ahead. The falling rupee is likely...
Banks, nbfc cause jitters
Questions On Shaky Stocks
By Shivaji Sarkar
The stock market is continuously crashing for a week. This is a complex phenomenon as it is just...
Shifts focus on budget
'Two States'
By Insaf
‘Two States’ this past week got Parliament mired in an unsavoury controversy. The Opposition, in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha decried...
Draconian, needs retink
New MV Act
By Shivaji Sarkar
The Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Bill 2019 is draconian. Worse, it is passed at a time when the automobile industry is...
Rehabilitation, rural focus vital
Maoists' Surrender
By Dhurjati Mukherjee
The surrender of hundreds of Maoists in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra in recent weeks has no doubt been the government’s achievement. It...
Democracy or Oligarchy?
Poll Campaigning
By Proloy Bagchi
We are in the midst of election season, with as many as five States results to start pouring out early next...
Reboot psus for jobs
New Govt Must Cut I-T
By Shivai Sarkar
Despite it being too early to discuss the Union budget to be presented in July, it is certain...
Bihar repays Rs 63 cr a day
Victory Cheers, Debt Tears
By Shivaji Sarkar
The Bihar election delivered a clear mandate, but the celebrations mask a harder truth: the state is walking into...
All in name of faith
Ghettoism of Religion
By Poonam I Kaushish
Why do we revel in creating dissonance and divisiveness? And masquerade interests as principles? And why do we love...
Is the shift imminent?
Electric Vehicles
By Dhurjati Mukherjee
Electric vehicles are causing a buzz. Not only aren’t these being promoted to tackle the looming environmental crisis, but the consumer’s...
Industry must help cut govt debt
Troublesome 2023-24
By Shivaji Sarkar
The year 2023 ushers in the most eventful year with one-third of the country seeking to form new governments in States...
Rashtra bhakti, anyone?
ShivBhakts Vs Rahim Abids
By Poonam I Kaushish
Why is it that religion always becomes the political touchstone at election time? Be it Hindus or Muslims...
Sagacity must prevail
Farmers Mann Ki Baat
By Poonam I Kaushish
Golgappas, chat, sarsoan saag, jalebis, besan barfi, badam, kaju and fruits topped by foot massages. A wedding celebration?...
Double standards: Opposition
Centre's 'Witch-Hunt'
By Insaf
Not done! A message from nine Opposition leaders from eight national parties to Prime Minister Modi. Standing behind AAP’s Manish Sisodia, who’s...