Opinion

Human connection is a medical necessity if we want to stay healthy — emotionally and physically

The solution to the present state of flux in the NE State is to give tribals the right to manage their affairs

Addressing academic burnout is crucial to enhance individual well-being and productivity

Focus on ‘rolling back regulation significantly’ by ‘getting out of the way’ is the second version of deregulation

The antidote to shallow connections is not to abandon social media but to recalibrate its role in our lives

By altering a long-standing pillar of US immigration law, Trump’s move has the potential to reshape global perceptions of citizenship, migration and opportunity

While remaining cautious, the limited budget outlay for the Defence sector is a clear message that ‘now is not an era of war’

For India to preserve its influence in Nepal and guarantee regional stability, defence cooperation, including drills like Surya Kiran, is essential

There is a need for a more integrated approach that considers the interdependence of energy and agriculture

We must see ageing as an opportunity to deepen our understanding of ourselves, strengthen our connections with others

Despite emphasis on agriculture as growth engine, Finance Minister Sitharaman fails to earmark sufficient funds

We must move beyond outdated notions of gendered power and recognise that feminism’s success lies in its inclusivity

A one-size-fits-all approach will not work as the main causes of extremism are distinctively different from region to region

The tunnel will help tackle Pakistan and China’s seasonal military aggression on LoC and LAC, respectively

Better social health results in older individuals having better control over their cognitive functions

Balancing rights with the duties of citizens is essential to uphold the Constitution’s ideals

Turn to science to reclaim focus, and re-establish connection with the offline world

As we celebrate the 75th Republic Day, let’s look back on where we stand on social equality introduced by Dr Ambedkar in the Constitution

When untruth dominates our lives, it jeopardises fundamental aspects of humanity, and even identities become false constructs

Rural development must measure not just what people earn but also how they live

Government must capitalise on the utilisation of mobile phones given their potential to better healthcare

Strategic interventions through financial incentives, technology transfers and supportive regulatory frameworks are crucial

Minimalism doesn’t have to mean an absence of things, it can simply mean being more selective about things one chooses to keep

The phenomenon of popcorn brain is a crucial reminder of how digital adoption is rewiring our cognitive processes at the cost of our attention, well-being and productivity