Opinion
Opinion | When ‘Safe Havens’ Turn Deadly: India Must Confront its Violence Against Women
Hospitals should be sanctuaries, not crime scenes. But the tragic murder of a young doctor reveals a chilling truth: In India, no place is truly safe for women until deep-rooted societal biases are confronted
Opinion | West Bengal: Where Violence Has Become The Norm
A young trainee doctor raped and brutally murdered. A hospital attacked to silence dissent. These are not isolated incidents, but symptoms of a disease that has plagued West Bengal for decades: unchecked political violence
Opinion | Bangladesh: The Challenges of a Confounding Situation
Bangladesh’s turmoil highlights a painful truth: sometimes, ‘friendly’ governments aren't popular ones. India must navigate this complexity without losing sight of the Bangladeshi people's aspirations
Opinion | Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi’s Radio Kranti for a Stronger, More Connected India
‘Mann Ki Baat’ is more than a broadcast; it’s a movement. PM Modi has tapped into the spirit of “radio kranti,” using the airwaves to spark a wave of action, innovation, and progress across India
Opinion | Investing in Equality: Budget 2024’s Bold Steps for Women and Marginalised Communities
With the highest allocation for women-centric schemes in over a decade, the budget reflects a clear vision of women-led development and economic empowerment
Opinion | How Muslim Law Board is Damaging Muslim Interests
Always ready to pick a fight in the name of protecting Muslim identity, it has done immense damage to the collective Muslim interests over the years
Opinion | Modi’s BJP: Not Just an Inheritance, But a Reinvention
Modi's name will forever be etched in the BJP's story, not just as a leader but as its architect. He took a party riddled with limitations and rebuilt it as an engine of electoral dominance
Opinion | Dividers-in-Chief: Rahul Gandhi to Mamata Banerjee, Game On to Split Hindus and Bharat
Not just the Congress but the large sections of the Opposition feel that cynically drawing caste fault lines to divide Hindu society and chipping away at Bharat’s sovereignty will bring them electoral rewards
Finepoint | Sheikh Hasina's Crisis and the Great Game in Bangladesh
A great power play between India, China and the US is underway and Sheikh Hasina is busy managing each force while attempting to keep her house in order. She is under pressure from all sides and the clock is ticking on her rule
Opinion | Coalition Dynamics: Why Budget 2024 Could Surprise to the Upside
Despite common perceptions, India's coalition government may be uniquely positioned to deliver a bold budget. The BJP-led NDA, driven by a desire to fast-track economic reforms and address voter concerns, could surprise with its unified approach to accele...
Opinion | The Ambani Wedding: A Proud Display of Sanatana Dharma on The World Stage
The Ambani wedding wasn't just a lavish affair; it was a global showcase of Hindu dharma. The celebrations embraced tradition while showcasing India's modern dynamism
Opinion | Why The US Secret Service Needs a Refresher Course from India's SPG
It is time the US Secret Service takes a few tips from our SPG or sends personnel to India for refresher courses on latest security protocols
Opinion | The Undeniable Facts About PM Modi’s Transformation of Manipur
Those who criticise PM Modi's record in Manipur ignore a simple truth: the facts on the ground tell a different story. From infrastructure to direct benefits, the scale of progress is undeniable – and it's impacting millions
Opinion | Mirzapur: What Makes Crime Dramas And Thrillers On OTT Platforms So Popular
Many crime dramas and thrillers on OTT platforms have become popular. That is not surprising, considering the good ones have qualities that have kept the average viewer interested
Opinion | How Social Inequality Fuels ‘Godmen’ Culture
The so-called godmen preying on India’s poor are a symptom, not the disease. They thrive on a festering wound of inequality – caste, poverty, and political patronage. Until we confront these deep-rooted problems, faith will remain a tool for exploitation
Opinion | West Bengal’s Dangerous Nexus: Mob Justice, Strongmen and the TMC
Will Chopra mob violence finally be West Bengal's wake-up call? For too long, the TMC has turned a blind eye to the violence meted out by its enforcers. This isn't governance, it's a mafia state in the making