Opinion

PM Modi’s formula for winning the Covid war

21 Jan 2021 02:20 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi utilised the pandemic as an opportunity to reach out to and heal millions, both in India and outside, showcasing the country’s true spirit of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’, which means that ‘the world is one family’.

OLD-STYLE POLITICS TAKES OVER THE ASSEMBLY POLLS 2021

20 Jan 2021 02:16 AM IST

This year is going to see a series of Assembly polls, the most crucial being the ones in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Assam. Barring Assam and Kerala, the Congress really has little role except that of a supporting partner, leaving the Trinamool Congress and the DMK to take

Non-compete clauses: Can they protect businesses and employees?

20 Jan 2021 02:14 AM IST

Non-compete clauses are designed specifically to safeguard businesses against unfair competition and the losses it can cause. However, given how they can effectively prevent the flow of employees and knowledge, and consequently, economic growth, it is imperative to find a fine balance between protecting the interests of both employers and

DISCUSS, DON’T DISRUPT: STREET PROTESTS OVER FARM LAWS MUST END

19 Jan 2021 03:41 AM IST

It’s almost two months that protesting farmers, primarily from Punjab, have stationed themselves along Delhi’s borders, seeking the repeal of the three farm laws—nearly 60 days, during which they have inconvenienced the residents of Delhi-NCR, apart from causing immense financial losses to businesses. The farmers have taken an absolutist position,

Bruised Congress stung by PM Modi’s Covid jab

19 Jan 2021 03:39 AM IST

The Congress’ criticism of the indigenous Covid-19 vaccines on the grounds that they have been rushed and not taken by government leaders first shows that the party will oppose any good decision for opposition’s sake.

SUNANDA PUSHKAR’S DEATH MYSTERY REMAINS EVEN AFTER SEVEN YEARS

18 Jan 2021 03:21 AM IST

It was exactly seven years ago when Sunanda Pushkar, businesswoman, socialite and wife of Congress politician and former Union minister Shashi Tharoor, was found dead under mysterious circumstances at a Leela Palace Hotel suite in New Delhi. Her body was discovered by her husband and his two aides when they

Why Hinduism is not Brahmanical

18 Jan 2021 03:13 AM IST

It may be valid to say that there can be a Brahmanical Hinduism, but to say that Hinduism is Brahmanical would be as misleading as any attempt to identify Christianity with imperialism and Islam with jihadism.

RACIAL ABUSE MUST END IN AUSTRALIA

16 Jan 2021 02:26 AM IST

The spectators’ behaviour at the Gabba in Brisbane during the fourth Test match between India and Australia needs to be condemned in the strongest words. It is evident that the Australians refuse to learn and in every series that has been held Down Under, some incident or the other always

Heralding Sweet Revolution

16 Jan 2021 02:23 AM IST

The National Honey Mission is aimed at creating harmony between the environment, economy and society. By achieving its primary goals of protecting bees and increasing the production of honey in India, it is generating employment and income among rural populations and furthering the visions of a self-sufficient and sustainable economy.

DECLINING CHILD SEX RATIO IN THE COUNTRY IS A SILENT EMERGENCY

15 Jan 2021 02:13 AM IST

For years, the Indian census has shown a marked difference between the number of males and females. It has been common wisdom in Indian society that a son should be preferred because he provides for financial and emotional support to the family, especially when the parents get old. Another idea

Sending chocolate to the soldier at Siachen

15 Jan 2021 01:55 AM IST

It is no secret that the Indian Army is dedicated to protecting the nation fiercely. But it is a lesser known fact that the Army also takes great care of its own, especially troops deployed in the most harsh and remote locations, providing them with both ‘bullet’ and ‘chocolate’ with

WORLD MUST PAY HEED TO JAISHANKAR’S ACTION PLAN AGAINST TERRORISM

14 Jan 2021 12:34 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, while speaking at a United Nations Security Council open debate on threats from terrorism on Tuesday, laid down an eight-point “action plan” to counter terror worldwide. The speech was aimed not only at Pakistan but also saw references made to China, even though neither of