Editorials

Long delays in domestic procurements will negate the objectives of the indigenisation drive

Accelerated action is essential to close the gap between existing adaptation and what is needed

Punjab government’s crackdown on the followers of the elusive radical preacher and Khalistani supporter Amritpal Singh reflects the country’s resolve to take on forces challenging the sovereignty of India

Countering China’s muscle-flexing is the biggest common challenge the two countries face

The health ministry's latest proposal to formulate common standards for drug regulators at the Centre and in the States is a welcome development

The SC has rightly asserted that the Governor ‘cannot lend his office to effectuate a particular result’

Rapprochement deal between Iran and Saudi Arabia shows how China has translated its economic influence into diplomatic heft

Invitation to the Taliban to participate in a training course reflects New Delhi’s willingness to engage with them

The crisis is a wake-up call to further strengthen the approach to risk management and better prepare to respond to crises

With ‘Naatu, Naatu’ and ‘The Elephant Whisperers’, Indian cinema savours one of the biggest moments of glory at the Oscars

From recruitment and getting permanent commission to securing command positions, women have had to fight discrimination that has excluded them from equality in these roles

The deepening bilateral relationship between India and Australia was evident in the bonhomie that marked the ongoing visit of Albanese

Centre's ‘adopt a heritage’ scheme may appear lofty but there are several concerns that need to be addressed

Ground realities pertaining to women’s education, safety, security and equal opportunities at workplaces are far from encouraging

Contrary to the initial apprehensions, common people have ceaselessly embraced the digital payment system

A wider national debate is must on the relevance of Governor’s office at a time when it is largely used as a political tool to hurt States’ interests

In India, 11% of the population will be obese with a very high annual increase of 5.2% in adult obesity between 2020-2035 and 9.1% increase in childhood obesity

By giving opposition and judiciary a say in the selection of CEC and EC, the apex court has added sanctity to the process

The G20 presidency places a great responsibility on India’s shoulders, not only to advocate its own agenda but also to chart a path that is beneficial to the populations of fellow developing countries

Putting together the pieces on how Covid-19 originated through a dispassionate probe is vital

Signs of rising militancy are a matter of serious concern for Punjab and must be nipped in the bud

It is imperative that drug control organisations are constantly reinforced to act on a real-time basis to intercept defaulters

The live transcription of court proceedings for the first time in the country is a welcome move towards modernising the judiciary and making it more accessible and responsive

The pointless war is fanning regional instability and fuelling global tensions and divisions