Opinion

Green energy push for future sustainability in India

22 Dec 2021 00:37 AM IST

Renewable energy has the capability to create many employment opportunities at all levels, especially in rural areas.

VIOLENCE IN BENGAL IS NOT GREAT ADVERTISEMENT FOR TMC

21 Dec 2021 01:49 AM IST

It is a matter of shame that in a civilised nation there will be extreme violence whenever there is an election. The reference here is to West Bengal, where violence has got ingrained in the electoral process, irrespective of the presence or absence of central forces. And if not violence

The Kashi Corridor: India’s spiritual, cultural elevation

21 Dec 2021 01:48 AM IST

Hailed as the spiritual capital of India and dedicated to Lord Shiva’s adoration as the Lord of the world (Vishwanath), the glory of Kashi as one of the oldest surviving cities in the world was reclaimed by Rani Ahilya Bai Holkar of Indore in 1780.

STEPS THAT CAN BE UNDERTAKEN TO AVOID FOOD WASTAGE

20 Dec 2021 07:54 AM IST

One of the greatest sins in a world where billions of people go hungry every day is to waste food. Those who have their plates full must ever remain grateful that they were amongst the privileged people who do not have to go hungry. Therefore, it should be more of

Hindutva politics scripts story of national growth

20 Dec 2021 06:48 AM IST

‘The Supreme Court in India has given a definition to Hindu dharma… The Supreme Court has said that Hindu dharma is not a religion but a way of life... I believe the SC’s definition shows the way,’ Prime Minister Narendra Modi once said during a visit abroad.

THE NATION RECALLS THE GREATEST MILITARY VICTORY IN THE COLD WAR ERA

18 Dec 2021 03:42 AM IST

India’s most emphatic victory in the war theatre took place, exactly 50 years ago when our armed forces led by three legendary chiefs and inspired by Prime Minister, Indira Gandhi, arguably the greatest mass leader of the 20th century, vanquished Pakistan. This resulted in the creation of Bangladesh, and ended

Kashi Vishwanath: Aastha meets Vikas

18 Dec 2021 03:37 AM IST

Restoring Kashi Vishwanath Dham to its earlier glory is one of the biggest testimonies to how the Modi-led government is unshackling India from its erstwhile colonial legacy.

MODI, PUTIN PLAN TO BOOST SECURITY, TRADE & INVESTMENT TIES

17 Dec 2021 04:07 AM IST

Old friends India and Russia broke new ground in their relationship as they held their first 2+2 dialogue and President Vladimir Putin also came calling for a five-hour visit, only his second trip abroad since the pandemic gripped the world, for the annual summit with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This

Right to maintenance: A measure of social security

17 Dec 2021 04:02 AM IST

The right to maintenance, being a statutory right, irrespective of compromise between the parties, can be agitated at a subsequent stage subject to fulfillment of specified grounds enshrined in the law.

Varanasi corridor a game changer, Opposition needs a new path

16 Dec 2021 05:12 AM IST

The Opposition has lost its secularism plank and now finds it difficult to reject Hinduism, as Varanasi and Lord Vishwanath are its unwritten core. It sways the majority mindset.

CHINA USING RUSSIA TO FULFIL ITS OWN ANTI INDIA AGENDA

16 Dec 2021 05:10 AM IST

A very intriguing news surfaced this week, about the Russian Deputy Prime Minister, Yury Borisov, saying that India will be given the first opportunity to buy the next generation Russian air defence system S-500 after the system is provided to the Russian military. “India will probably be the first on

Tied Funding Procurement – A Solution for Evaluation

15 Dec 2021 07:04 AM IST

Tied funding is a good option if the projects are considered strategically important by the Government over the long term or in national interest. However, if this is not the case, then VfM analysis should be undertaken.