Opinion
Opinion | Inclusion of Septuagenarians in Ayushman Bharat: A Step Forward
Extending Ayushmaan Bharat coverage to senior citizens is the first meaningful initiative of any political party. Hope the BJP walks the talk should it be voted back to power on June 4
Opinion | Strategic Shift in Israel-Iran ‘Shadow War’
Several new trends indicate a strategic shift in the Israeli approach to countering Iran in Syria to secure its northern border. Israelis are now more upfront than before in the offensive against the Quds Force in Syria
Opinion | Debunking Dhruv Rathee’s False Narrative of ‘Dictatorship’ in India
If we Indians followed politics in other countries, those who say democracy is in danger in India would have nowhere to hide
Opinion | Congress’ Pre-Poll Playbook: Setting the Stage for ‘I Told You So’ Moment
Demonstrating remarkable farsightedness by anticipating its defeat, Congress has readied a list of alibis to explain the coming loss. By its querulous complaints in the run-up to the elections, it is preparing the ground for ‘I told you so’ moment once th...
Opinion | Was Non-Violence the Sole Force Behind British Departure?
It was not merely Gandhi’s method of 'ahimsa' which got freedom for Bharat but also the policy of violence pursued by Chandra Shekhar Azad, Bhagat Singh and other revolutionary freedom fighters
Opinion | Echoes of Resilience: The Hindu and Armenian Journey
Hindus and Armenians share several striking similarities. Both communities have suffered territorial losses, witnessing the creation of new nations on lands once integral to their civilisations
Opinion | Worrisome Agricultural Growth Needs Policy-Backed Intervention
The Indian agriculture sector is facing significant hurdles. However, a comprehensive, collaborative approach that involves all stakeholders, including farmers, policymakers, researchers, and the private sector, can overcome these challenges
Opinion | Perils of Freebie Politics: A Deep Dive into Haiti’s Descent into Chaos
Haiti’s current plight, characterised by extreme poverty, violence, and even reports of cannibalism, is a testament to the destructive power of freebie politics and the failure of its leadership to steer the nation toward stability and prosperity
Right Word | How China is Introducing New Measures for Repression in Tibet
Heavy restrictions on freedom of movement and communication in Tibet along with mass relocation, environmental degradation and phasing out of Tibetan language in primary education are in practice in Tibet
Opinion | This Women’s Day, Let’s Understand Feminism Correctly
Feminism is not an ideology of hostility towards men; rather, it champions the fundamental notion of equality between genders. The essence of feminism lies in advocating for equal rights and opportunities for women and men alike
Right Word | Why Operation ‘Dara-e-Bolan’ is a Turning Point in Balochistan’s Freedom Struggle
Operation Dara-e-Bolan marked a watershed moment, representing the inaugural instance of a Baloch pro-independence organisation employing a conventional military-style offensive
Opinion | From West to India, Reversing the Brain Drain
The reverse brain drain is set in an India bursting with entrepreneurial energy. The grass is no longer greener on the other side
Opinion | Bharat Tex 2024: Catalysing India’s Diverse Textile Heritage for Global Dominance
Bharat Tex is seen as the government’s big move to revitalise the Indian textile industry and push it towards doubling its contribution to the national GDP to 5 per cent by 2030
Right Word | How Pakistan Army Brazenly Stole Electoral Mandate
This blatant manipulation of the popular mandate by the Pakistan Army-led establishment underscores the lengths to which the generals in Rawalpindi will go to retain control of the country
Opinion | Export Restrictions: Balancing Global And Domestic Food Security
World hunger cannot be solely addressed through additional disciplines on export restrictions. If WTO members are really concerned about global food security, then it’s time to find a permanent solution to the issue of price-support-backed public stockhol...
Opinion | Seven Unthinkables: How Modi Makes Qatar Rescue and Other Feats ‘Mumkin’
These seven achievements stand out because each of them were inconceivable. They would sound like unrealistic bombast in the past