- Opinions
Shift in India’s approach to tackle terrorism; inclusion of opposition leaders in its team augurs well
The Modi government has launched a significant international diplomacy effort to seek support from the global community in the fight against Pak-sponsored terrorism. Seven all-party delegations have been sent to major international…
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1.4 billion Catholics look up to Pope Leo for fundamental changes through peaceful means
The world’s attention has been on Rome for the past few days. The Catholics have made history with the election of Robert Francis Prevost, a 69-year-old American cardinal of Spanish descent. He…
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Caste system could help re-think reservation politics; new data might lead to newer avenues
The caste census in India has sparked a lengthy debate. People have different opinions about whether it will have good or bad effects. It could lead to both. Supporters believe the census…
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Mamata has an edge in ‘Temple War’; while BJP pitches for “Jai Shri Ram,” Mamata focuses on “Jai Jagannath”
There is a growing conflict and temple war in West Bengal surrounding the inauguration of the Jagannath temple in Digha, a significant event that opened on April 30 during the auspicious occasion…
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Uniform Civil Code next on Modi govt’s agenda amid Waqf Bill opposition
After the controversial passage of the Waqf Bill, the Modi government plans to implement the equally, if not more, contentious Uniform Civil Code (UCC), passed last year. This raises the question of…
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Bihar election results will be unpredictable; power dynamics may change at the last minute
The Bihar polls at the end of the year will be pretty unpredictable. Currently, there will be no cakewalk for the BJP, RJD, Congress, or the JD (U). The churning is quietly…
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Early alliance between the BJP and AIADMK may help both parties
Although the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections are a year away, the recent announcement of the BJP and AIADMK poll alliance is strategically important. This tie-up, part of the larger National Democratic Alliance…
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The US is still El Dorado for Indians; dream of a better life turns them into illegal immigrants
Illegal immigration to the United States is emerging as a significant issue between the two countries. India has one of the highest numbers of illegal immigrants in the US, with an estimated…
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Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore going through process of adjusting to ‘earthy’ conditions
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams, of Indian descent, is in the news this week. Her team has returned safely to Earth after spending nine months in space. Williams and her teammate Butch Wilmore…
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TN versus New Delhi: Cultural transformation or political fight
On Thursday, Tamil Nadu underwent a significant cultural transformation by replacing the official rupee symbol with the Tamil letter ‘ரூ’ in its budget document. Pronounced ‘roo,’ this letter represents the Indian currency…
- World
India may suffer huge losses if the US implements reciprocal tariffs
U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of reciprocal tariffs on India starting April 2 has caused serious concern in New Delhi. India’s high import taxes on American goods have long been contentious, now…
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Woman installed in front row in Vatican; Canada may go for woman prime minister
Two dramatic announcements were made that could significantly advance women’s empowerment worldwide. The first was a historic decision from the Vatican, which saw Pope Francis appoint Sister Simona Brambilla as the Prefect…
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Trump faces twin challenge of immigration and H-1B visa
As the US President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office on January 20, he faces a unique challenge. The issue of immigration and the H-1B visa has become a contentious point among…
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Unparliamentary behaviour in parliament pushes back functioning of democracy
The Parliament’s productivity in the recent Winter Session was a record low, with only 52% of scheduled work completed. Various factors, including disruptions and lack of quorum, contributed to the reduced output.…
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‘One Nation One Poll’ bill benefits BJP, the opposition believe; hence the rejection
The introduction of a controversial bill, ‘One Nation One Poll,’ has created more controversy than acceptance. The BJP has been talking about it for some time but introduced it during this session. It…
