Editorials

Without inclusive institutions, sustainable growth is impossible, as the Nobel Prize in Economics stresses

Centre’s stand against criminalisation of marital rape reflects a deep-rooted patriarchal mindset

The voices of the Hibakusha and their truth that human beings and nuclear weapons cannot coexist will now ring out more powerfully

The RBI’s stance suggests a continued focus on price stability, given the current economic climate

Ratan Tata symbolised the aspirations of India’s middle class

A familiar set of reasons has once again proved to be Congress’ undoing: infighting, over-dependence on a single leader and overconfidence

The visit of Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu and his reassuring words have helped in resetting the bilateral ties

There can be no solution unless Israel and Palestine shed their extreme postures and work towards lasting peace

Politicisation of national science awards — the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar — is unhealthy development for Indian science

The just-concluded Assembly elections to J&K sends out a message that the people are yearning democratic empowerment

By refusing to reach a ceasefire in Gaza, Israel is dragging the region to an all-out war

The Drugs and Cosmetics Act of 1940 is inadequate to deal with the complexities of modern pharma market

By allowing diplomats to witness the election, New Delhi seeks to present Kashmir as a region moving towards stability

The Indo-US agreement to set up a semiconductor fabrication plant cements India’s position as a trusted player in the global supply chain

SC expanding the scope of POCSO, in terms of taking legal action in child pornography cases, is a welcome development

TN Governor RN Ravi, in his personal capacity, is entitled to hold any views but airing them publicly erodes the dignity of the office he holds

India’s balanced approach to international diplomacy positions it as a key player in peace efforts

Dissanayake’s dramatic victory can be attributed to his promise to revive the fragile economy and root out corruption

Quad has become the vehicle to shape the techno-politics of Indo-Pacific and also counter China

Maintaining the treaty in its current form is no longer feasible given present-day scenarios, and thus requires revision

One Nation, One Election reflects BJP leadership’s desperation to assert itself after recent policy reversals

Iran’s Supreme Leader has demonstrated a shocking naivety and a delusional mindset

The decision to remove MEP will help India export basmati rice in large quantities and ensure good returns to farmers

Expanding Ayushman scheme without increasing funding will result in substandard care for senior citizens