Opinion
OPINION | Calumnists Cry Hoarse over Stan Swamy, but What’s the Truth?
Stan Swamy was being prosecuted on specific criminal charges under established laws of India. It was prosecution, not persecution.
Drone Terror Attack on Jammu Airport: A Deadly and Dangerous Dare
There is a sort of consensus among the security agencies that this attack couldn’t have happened without the Pakistani army’s involvement.
Bagha Jatin to Netaji—This Juice Bar in Kolkata & Its Daab Sharbat Were a Hit with Everyone
The recipe for daab sharbat was given by Acharya Prafulla Chandra Ray, the scientist from Presidency College. Ray is hailed as the ‘Father of Indian Chemistry’.
When Delhi Honours J&K Statehood Promise, It Mustn’t Lose Upper Hand Gained from 2019 Reforms
After August 5, politicians in J&K can no longer use the old playbook wherein they became staunch nationalists when in power and flirted with soft-separatism when out of power.
CBSE Class 12 Marking Scheme Will Benefit Students Who Have Consistently Performed Well in Exams
Students who have a history of successful performances are anticipated to do well in the final run as well.
Amitabh Kant on Aspirational Stories of Transformation, from Chandauli to Gadchiroli
Based on the three pillars of ‘Convergence, Collaboration and Competition’, the Aspirational Districts Programme has translated into a vibrant jan andolan.
From Journalists to Critics and Kids — How Modi Silently Helped People in Distress
Modi has proved to be helpful for millions of people, both officially, and personally.
Nusrat Jahan-Nikhil Jain Marriage: Decoding Legal Aspects of Criminality & Parliamentary Privilege
It will be interesting to see if a breach of privilege motion is initiated against Nusrat Jahan in Parliament.
Pakistani Deep State Worked Hard to Get Taliban Back in Driver’s Seat in Kabul. But Will it Backfire?
Afghanistan has a bad habit of springing nasty surprises that upset the most carefully calculated and calibrated plans.
What The Fork: Kunal Vijayakar on Varan Bhaat, the Food That Describes a Maharashtrian
Like a Maharashtrian, Varan Bhaat is uncomplicated, frugal, modest and forthright.
Alone, Anxious, Helpless: Why We Must Prioritize Mental Health of the Elderly during COVID
State lockdowns, travel restrictions and concerns regarding COVID exposure mean several are unable to travel to their children or their children are unable to visit them.
With Mayawati Missing in Action, It is Crunch Time for Dalit Politics in Uttar Pradesh
UP’s parties are palpably thrilled to see the Dalit space opening up before the 2022 Assembly elections. But can they project themselves as pro-Dalit?
Leave No Man Behind: A General on Lessons India Must Learn to Win COVID-19 War
The victory lap should only be taken when the pain of the citizens is tackled and the country is firmly set on the path of its pre-pandemic trajectory.
Beyond COVID-19, Understanding the Application and Future Potential of mRNA Vaccines
Several vaccine developers are studying mRNA technology for deployment against rabies, influenza, Zika, HIV and cancer, as well as for veterinary purposes.
On MSME Lending, AA Framework Can Do What UPI Did For Digital Payments
MSMEs have limited access to funding and have to resort to informal sources for debt. They end up paying higher rates on loans borrowed with high collateral.
India's Role In Global Covid-19 Fight: Too Strategic To Fail
An embattled India sought help and gratefully accepted what it got. This assistance came with a sense of camaraderie—with confidence, eagerness, and without prejudice.
