Opinion

Pioneering Innovation: Breakthrough Technologies Reshaping Urban Transportation

13 Sep 2024 03:22 AM IST

The global urban population has been on an upward trajectory, with cities now accommodating more than half of the world’s population. This trend shows no signs of abating, with projections indicating that urban dwellers will make up 68% of the global population by 2050. This projected increase in urban dwellers

Channelise the Waqf Bill Campaign Positively

13 Sep 2024 03:19 AM IST

The introduction of the Waqf Amendment Bill 2024 has sparked a nationwide movement within the Muslim community. It’s crucial that this movement remains authentic and isn’t co-opted by any external forces. While the increased engagement in the democratic process is encouraging, there is a need for vigilance as some elements

Equal Guilt, Unequal Judgement: A Closer Look at Extramarital Affairs

13 Sep 2024 03:09 AM IST

Extramarital affairs, a subject often shrouded in secrecy and stigma, have long been a contentious issue in societies around the world. However, have you ever pondered why these affairs when come to light, the burden of blame disproportionately falls on women? This gendered response raises critical questions about societal attitudes

Bangladesh: Implications for Regional, Global Security

12 Sep 2024 03:21 AM IST

The recent resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on 5th August 2024 has thrown Bangladesh into chaos, raising concerns that go beyond its borders. The crisis, marked by protests and violence, has been worsened by police brutality, enforced disappearances, and the involvement of groups like Jamaat e Islami. Hasina’s increasingly

Control and Compliance: Institutional Role of MPVPV in Afghan Islamic Emirate

12 Sep 2024 03:20 AM IST

On July 31, 2024, the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) released a 114-page document in its official gazette, containing 35 articles. This document represents the first attempt to codify the directives of the Ministry for the Promotion of Virtue, Prevention of Vice, and the Hearing of Complaints (MPVPV), outlining the

Rahul must understand the importance of being LoP

12 Sep 2024 03:14 AM IST

Now that Rahul Gandhi is the Leader of the Opposition, because of his party winning 99 seats in the Lok Sabha elections, it was expected that he would have understood the gravitas of his position. Being LoP comes with a degree of responsibility, where the least that the leader concerned

MORAL DECAY IN MODERN SOCIETY: LESSONS FROM RELIGION AND REALITY

11 Sep 2024 04:14 AM IST

By now, we are all aware of the Ujjain rape case, where a woman was brutally assaulted in broad daylight, and no one dared to intervene. Instead, people were recording this heinous crime on their phones. One of them even uploaded the video on social media. Fortunately, the police have

‘Pappu’ No More

11 Sep 2024 04:09 AM IST

Recently during Rahul Gandhi’s visit to the United States, Sam Pitroda reminded the audience that Rahul Gandhi was no longer being referred to as a Pappu by the Opposition. “Rahul Gandhi’s agenda is to address some of the larger issues, he has a vision contrary to what BJP promotes by

Let us immerse only clay Ganesh idols

11 Sep 2024 03:59 AM IST

As the monsoon departs, the festive season begins across the country. After celebrating Raksha Bandhan and Janmashtami, the nation is now ready to celebrate the ten-day festival of Lord Ganesha, the first deity to be worshipped. Bappa is coming to celebrate with us. The festivities will start on September 7th,

No other Country has so many Festivals

10 Sep 2024 02:24 AM IST

I recently observed the Paryushan Parva and now find myself immersed in the joy of Ganeshotsav. Would I have experienced this happiness if I had been born in any other country? This question fills me with pride, as it makes me realise how fortunate I am to be born as

Support for Hamas’ Death Cult must End

10 Sep 2024 02:19 AM IST

As the international chorus demanding a ceasefire in Gaza rises, we are being told that it is Benjamin Netanyahu who is erecting roadblocks to peace by wanting to retain control of the Philadelphi corridor between Gaza and Egypt. He is also being accused of wanting to set up checkpoints along

From Society’s ‘Shoulds’ to a Woman’s ‘Coulds’: Dismantling the Glorification of Self-Sacrifice

10 Sep 2024 02:16 AM IST

“We say to girls, you can have ambition, but not too much. You should aim to be successful, but not too successful. Otherwise, you would threaten the man.” This poignant statement by acclaimed author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie cuts to the heart of a pervasive issue in societies worldwide: the glorification