Opinion

With every Raah Veer who steps forward, India moves closer to turning bystanders into lifesavers — and transforming its roads from sites of tragedy into spaces of hope

The rising burden on Family Courts reflects not just marital discord, but the erosion of ethics, empathy, and values that once held families together

Demands to delist Lambadis from Telangana’s Scheduled Tribe list ignore history, law, and ground realities

Career choices are increasingly reshaped by flexibility, with a growing focus on enjoying work rather than merely simply enduring it

Philosophical balance and inner calm, valuing life over status, power and money, can protect an officer’s life

The Nobel-winning work of Mokyr, Aghion and Howitt carries a warning for India — unchecked monopoly power, restricted inquiry, or rising inequality could bring back stagnation

Community networks are changing the lives of sex workers, but challenges such as social prejudice and systemic neglect remain

Desh Subba's 'Scapeghostism' exposes the haunting legacy of scapegoating, urging us to confront uncomfortable truths and rethink human responsibility

With rising debt and modest revenue growth, the State must balance ambition with fiscal prudence to secure sustainable and inclusive development

A dual status as a Union Territory and strategic frontier will empower Ladakhis to manage local affairs while ensuring national control over sensitive sectors

Having both political risk insurance and a bilateral treaty strengthens a company’s position in resolving cross-border disputes

The National Cooperative Policy, if executed effectively, can transform cooperatives from safety nets into engines for competitive, community-owned enterprises

As Telangana votes, let it serve as a reminder that democracy thrives not on caste or cash, but on informed choice and accountability

The 2025 Musi floods were no ‘act of God.’ Rainfall data and release patterns suggest orchestrated flooding, raising the question: Was the disaster weaponised to fast-track the Musi Riverfront project?

Indian diaspora numbers must be coupled with narrative, unity, and institutions to convert potential into power

The resurgence of sedition as a tool to muzzle dissent is eerily reminiscent of darker chapters in history

When roads crack, so does public trust. India’s potholes are less about asphalt and more about accountability

Locally tailored waste management rules, and strict enforcement are essential to achieving India’s sanitation goals

Lack of transparency, limited diversity, and patronage expose structural flaws in India’s Supreme Court collegium system

Washington’s 50% tariff move signals a shift—economic interests now trump ideological alignments in global trade

Side hustles, once framed as optional, are increasingly becoming economic necessities, but the psychological toll of perpetual work is beginning to show

Gig economy promises flexibility, but Marx’s theory shows it often mirrors exploitative pattern of industrial capitalism

Effective implementation of the tax reform will ensure equity and address the States’ revenue loss

The agreement is more symbolic than operational—offering Riyadh with reassurance and throwing Islamabad a lifeline