Opinion

With global powers chasing competing visions, multipolarity is being shaped more by rivalry, and less by cooperation

The Sixteenth Finance Commission must ensure fair devolution across Union, State, and Local governments

The Alaska summit produced good optics but no substance — Putin gained legitimacy, Ukraine sidelined

Efforts to improve mental health outcomes in the LGBTQIA+ community must confront structural forces perpetuating their marginalisation

A statutory review committee to assess the law every three years will ensure that the new Act remains relevant

Jawaharlal Nehru inherited a broken country and built its foundations; Narendra Modi leads an era of rapid transformation and assertive nationalism

Despite Indian government’s efforts to wean youth away, hardcore Maoists remain undeterred and will rise again, though when is hard to predict

Experience from 2018-19 shows tariffs get passed on to consumers; the 2025 round may be more inflationary, leaving US consumers with higher prices and fewer choices

Executive delays undermine democratic processes, a concern at the heart of India’s ongoing constitutional debate

Pharma companies often exploit the dual Centre-State approval system at the cost of risking people’s lives

Restrictive provisions in the name of affirmative action and merit have left BCs steadily losing ground in jobs, education and representation

Urgent, inclusive reforms are essential to bridge policy gaps and safeguard both nature and vulnerable communities

There’s a fine line between intentional mental health breaks and escapism as a coping mechanism

Turning a critical constitutional issue into a stage for political optics undermines democratic spirit — and sends a troubling message about government’s priorities

By engaging with key African nations, India can lead the Global South and also counter China’s debt-driven influence in the region

In a world shouting for our attention, boredom is resistance. It is a quiet rebellion against the tyranny of productivity

New Delhi must absorb the tariffs temporarily without rushing into a one-sided deal

Empowering TOMCOM is key to protecting migrant workers and maximising remittance gains

Tobago’s adoption of Aadhaar, UPI, and DigiLocker reflects India’s strategic digital diplomacy to spur innovation in friendly nations

The Congress leader campaigned for a nationwide caste census, yet celebrates a state exercise that bypasses statutory safeguards

The Dharmasthala case is a litmus test not only for the scientific capacity of India’s forensic institutions, but for our collective ability to confront uncomfortable truths

Embedding circular principles into development agenda is essential for a future where human well-being is intrinsically linked with planet’s health

NCERT must rise above political and religious biases in crafting textbooks, especially in history

The opaque process of judicial transfers calls for urgent reform — through procedural clarity, consultation, and public accountability