Opinion

Politicians and interest groups are interdependent in many ways and their quid pro quo is an inseparable part of democracy

Understanding relationship between emotional intelligence and culture leads to more effective communication

Proper sampling methodology for Household Consumption Expenditure Survey will ensure better representation

It is important to understand the virtual environment of a conflict and how it affects people to promote peace

Their physical movements, intellectual pursuits, however slow, turn the passage of time into a lively pastime

Political tussle between India and China is not going to be limited to only the Maldives

This election is the largest public test of the Russian state’s ability to shape its desired result at home since its invasion of Ukraine

It is a settled principle of law that Article 14 of the Constitution applies to non-citizens as well

Vulture conservation is a testament to the interconnectedness of ecosystem and human actions

The Centre must strengthen bonafide channels to curb organised criminal networks engaging in migrant smuggling and trafficking

Innovation and advocacy will help propel implementation of impactful ideas

The emergence of BRICS Plus signifies a movement towards economic freedom from the hegemonic domination of the West

Unlearning and combating destructive patterns will facilitate women to dive into a new phase of life with inner strength

The 13th World Trade Organization ministerial conference saw members struggling even to agree on a declaration, let alone the big issues of agriculture, fisheries and border taxes on ecommerce

Enough damage has already been done to the subject by the governments in meddling with the academic issues concerning the teaching and writing of history

States' support is crucial to unleash the full potential of the market and mitigate climate change

Less-than-perfect states of existence help us push the boundaries of progress and create a better society

2014-24 goes into history as a period of profound leadership but not devoid of parochialism and patronage to a few

Leaveism — leaves taken to complete office work — deteriorates employees’ work life and affects their mental health

Policies must be designed to facilitate women and socially disadvantaged groups to leverage new tech for an equitable future of work

The role of the English language must be assessed from the perspective of the growing socio-economic needs

Mental health as a universal human right sounds noble, but like all things ‘universal’, it fails to recognise the challenges facing it

Women themselves must be empowered to speak out against injustice and claim their rightful place in society

As we navigate the technological age, it’s time to value the virtuous insights of those who cautioned against blindly forging ahead