Opinion

President Richard Nixon sought to play the grand strategist whereas Donald Trump seemed to relish the role of a showman. The difference was not merely in ideology or policy — it was in the very style of American engagement with South Asia

India can use this moment to push for a renegotiated, modernised Indus Waters Treaty that reflects current environmental, technical and strategic realities

The discovery of Turkish-supplied drone debris on Indian soil is more than just an isolated incident; it is a clarion call for a paradigm shift in our foreign policy as the era of cautious engagement without clearly defined red lines is drawing to a close

While India has signalled bold ambitions to embrace circularity, the path remains strewn with policy bottlenecks, capacity gaps and systemic inertia

The challenge is not just to discover more but to ensure that our discoveries make us better—more ethical, more equitable, and, ultimately, more human

Leopard-human conflict is not just a predator problem — it is a symptom of our developmental disease

India’s Operation Sindoor must be a message not just of retribution but also of resolve and resilience

Threats like Executive interference and media attacks are universal, but the Supreme Court’s resilience remains critical

India has the world’s largest youth population and we have no choice but to build a future for them based on ground realities

Telangana government’s 42 per cent BC reservation can be a game changer only if the State ensures a special help desk for the De-notified Tribes to access welfare benefits

Students with a growth mindset will perceive challenges and setbacks in an entirely different light — as an opportunity to learn

Philosophy is not about abstract theories confined to dusty books but a practical tool for handling moral grey zones of policing

Cleaner production goes beyond green policies and lies in incorporating Social, Environmental and Economic aspects for a sustainable framework

It is wiser to look at economics and trade as weapons to achieve the desired outcomes which may not be possible through military means

While more women are participating in paid work, this has not been accompanied by a reduction in unpaid work

Abeyance is less about punishing Pakistan and more about finally asserting the country’s legitimate rights to develop its own resources

Pahalgam is not just a headline. It is a scar — a reminder of what happens when ignorance and extremism take the wheel and it’s time for scholars, leaders and everyday Muslims to reclaim the narrative, to echo the true message of Islam: peace, compassion, justice

Just as Amistad case upheld the right to stand up against dehumanising bondage, Ambedkar’s Constitution enshrined the dominance of nature’s law of social equality

Judiciary must remain the guardian of the Constitution — not its editor

India should focus on expanding trade with developed countries rather than developing nations, leveraging its skilled and cost-effective labour advantage

The world is adopting Green Capitalism, but the sustainable way forward is to overcome its ingrained desire for infinite growth. The endless cycle of production and consumption must be disrupted

Mental health crisis is growing, and there are simply not enough human therapists to meet the demand

It is in public interest that stagnant waqf holdings must either transform into engines of empowerment for the Muslim community or face repurposing for broader societal good

Focus on security, economic integration and people-to-people ties is essential for BIMSTEC to evolve from a concept into an effective regional organisation