Opinion

The 2024 verdict reflects the vibrancy and beauty of Indian democracy as it gives the opposition a strong voice. With the reduced numbers in Parliament, the BJP will be forced to adopt a more accommodative and consensual approach.

It is not the legitimacy of ICJ that is in question, but how the world’s powers believe in the role of international institutions

Putting aside non-urgent work can help create mental space needed to focus on what truly matters

Prisons are correctional institutions and should be havens of reform, not despair

Fancy spaces will just hollow attempts at bringing back employees if deeper organisational changes are ignored

Shifting geopolitics, climate crisis can impact this final frontier, which will have implications for the world

Plants, as eco poets have stated, will redeem us if we let them grow

Recognising the rights of street buskers will help them earn livelihood, preserve local art forms, promote tourism

Slow down to embrace a healthy relationship with your mind, the surest way to ensure you do what you want

The juvenile justice system must walk a fine line between its focus on rehabilitation and punishment for heinous offence

The present juncture demands the UN to vocally oppose undemocratic regimes and formulate guidelines for democracies

Though govt has increased export duties on onions and rice to check domestic supply, no such curbs have been placed on turmeric which has seen a surge in prices due to low yield

The ICC depends on its member states to enforce its actions and has no independent police force or ability to execute arrest warrants

Drones and missiles remain accessible and relatively inexpensive tools for those seeking to inflict harm

Multifaceted Approach On the pragmatic front, to cultivate consumer willingness for their brands in today’s competitive market, businesses must adopt a multifaceted approach that encompasses both online and offline strategies. Firstly, establishing a robust online presence is crucial. For example, social media platforms have to be utilised, engagement in content marketing and optimisation of a brand website for seamless user experience is necessary. Since building trust is paramount, transparency in communication about your products, services and business practices is likely to foster credibility. Leveraging customer reviews and testimonials to showcase positive experiences can instil confidence in potential buyers. In this day and age, personalisation is a key driver of the engagement-building process. Once we tailor your marketing messages and offerings to cater to individual preferences and utilise data analytics to understand customer behaviour, we will find ourselves enabled to

The integration of AI into dating threatens to further disconnect and isolate us.

Israel under Netanyahu has no long-term strategy for living side-by-side with its Palestinian neighbours

We must look beyond the utilitarian view of education to help women reclaim their voices and roles in society

Thorium-based systems will be a game-changer in decarbonising energy sector, especially when India aims to treble n-power generation capacity by 2030

Minimalistic leadership creates a sense of belonging, leading to increased motivation and a shared commitment to goals

Humanitarians’ job is to save as many lives as they can but to carry out this work, they need safe conditions

Even though some may sponsor successful athletes, a genuine understanding of broader societal issues is often lacking.

There is a need for concerted efforts to spread public awareness about the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle and nutritional balance.

Through our collective actions — be it enmity or environmental degradation — we create chances that lead to our self-destruction