Opinion

The Optics of the Congress Troika

21 Feb 2024 05:24 AM IST

With Sonia Gandhi opting out of the Lok Sabha fray, the optics are firmly on the diminishing returns of the Gandhis. A legacy is as effective as the incumbent. And in this case the incumbent is Rahul Gandhi since Sonia is taking a step back while Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is

How first CEC Sukumar Sen proved Naysayers Wrong

21 Feb 2024 05:19 AM IST

According to Sen, who supervised first general elections of Lok Sabha and 18 state assemblies, granting votes to one and all was an act of faith, “faith in the common man of India and in his practical common sense”. As the countdown for another round of general elections begins for

Women’s representation in Pakistan elections

20 Feb 2024 05:21 AM IST

Amidst the news of the formation of a coalition government in Pakistan following a political crisis, an important question of women’s political participation and representation in Pakistan’s elections, both as candidates and voters, has been raised. Among a thousand candidates vying for a seat in the recent general elections resulting

Has Congress given up on 2024?

20 Feb 2024 05:18 AM IST

It is increasingly looking like the Congress has given up on the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. At a time when the party should have been finalizing seat sharing details with its allies, zeroing in on candidates, and implementing its election strategy—provided it has a strategy—Rahul Gandhi, the de facto boss

Advent of Adaptation Battle

20 Feb 2024 05:15 AM IST

Alignment of defence capabilities with contemporary challenges is paramount The conflict in Ukraine has witnessed the rise of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) or drones as formidable military assets. Beyond traditional drones, a significant development occurred in late October 2022 when the Ukrainian navy executed a bold manoeuvre—launching an attack on

Polygamy – and the dreams and hopes of a billion Muslim women

19 Feb 2024 07:59 AM IST

Few sensible people will contest the idea that the decision of the Supreme Court to declare triple talaq unconstitutional was an excellent idea in keeping with the idea of equality enshrined in Article 14. The practice clearly contravened the idea of equality between the sexes. Besides the Muslim Personal Law

Transforming the narrative around education in Kota

19 Feb 2024 07:56 AM IST

In 2007, Aamir Khan’s cinematic masterpiece, “Taare Zameen Par,” left an indelible mark on audiences. While the film may not have appealed to the younger generation enamored with romantic or action-packed tales, its timeless message remains relevant today. They may be interested in films like Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and

Kamal Nath’s Virtual or Real Tryst with the Kamal

19 Feb 2024 07:54 AM IST

The spotlight has been on Congress veteran Kamal Nath, easily an exceptional senior leader who has won more elections than anyone else in his party. There has been intense speculation that he is disillusioned with the manner in which the High Command has treated him despite his long service, and

Paradigm Shift for Annadata of Today & Tomorrow

17 Feb 2024 06:51 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of farmers is evident in the unprecedented steps taken by his government. From establishing a dynamic ecosystem offering diverse opportunities, including allied sectors and technological interventions, to providing support for small and marginal farmers to improve their income, PM Modi has

Sharad Pawar: A victim of his own party or a master player?

17 Feb 2024 06:47 AM IST

Politics at one level is also a game of ironies. Maharashtra strongman Sharad Pawar, who had parted company with the Congress after his foreign origin remarks against Sonia Gandhi in 1999, is faced with a big dilemma. With the Maharashtra Speaker declaring the breakaway faction of Ajit Pawar as the

Electoral Bonds: A story of Controversy and Closure

17 Feb 2024 06:40 AM IST

Transparency allows voters to hold both politicians and donors accountable for their actions and potential conflicts of interest. Transparent electoral funding is crucial for the well-being of any democracy. It fosters public trust, strengthens accountability, and promotes fair competition in elections. When voters know who funds political campaigns, they can

Why Moscow needs to permanently abandon Europe and turn fully to Asia

16 Feb 2024 06:38 AM IST

In the ever-evolving landscape of geopolitics, nations are often confronted with pivotal moments that demand bold decisions and decisive actions. For Russia, such a moment has already arrived when it needs to take decisive decision and in case of necessity – reshuffle its foreign policy. As the winds of change