Opinion
OPINION: Is the Kumbh a Soft Target?
Our most revered traditions have become part of a political tug-of-war, and that too, as part of some pre-planned tool-kit.
Ordinary People of Israel and Palestinian Territories are the Worst Hit
The flare up has come up at a time, when Israel is undergoing its politically most destabilizing phase, after four back-to-back inconclusive general elections that have failed to throw up a clear majority to anyone
What The Fork: Mangoes are the Golden Lining Amid Dark Clouds of Pandemic, Writes Kunal Vijayakar
India has a variety of mangoes, each with their subtle differences in shape, colour and taste. But the king of all mangoes is Alphonso.
After India-EU Summit, Is a Free Trade Agreement on the Cards?
The EU laid down certain pre-conditions for resuming FTA negotiations and much effort had to be made to convince the EU bureaucracy to agree to it as a summit outcome.
Turbulence Everywhere: Covid-19 Has Led To Exponential Complexity In Aviation
With Covid-19 hitting the aviation sector hard, old models do not work and data-driven decisions no longer are sacrosanct. The future is anything but certain.
Why It’s Important To Use Oxygen Cylinders With A Lot Of Caution
Oxygen can make things burn more easily and even explode at higher temperatures. It is important to exercise caution on using them at home.
Autumn for Two Leaves? Palaniswami Faces an Uphill Task of Keeping AIADMK Flock Together
Palaniswami must now focus on the increasingly difficult task of keeping the house intact as the DMK’s ‘Rising Sun’ has risen over Fort St. George.
Vaccine Passports May Seem Like a Golden Ticket, but It’s More Complicated
Vaccine passports could further marginalize the communities who’ve been hit hardest this pandemic, due to built-in systems of privilege and inequity in our society.
Why, What & How: An Expert Tells You Everything You Wanted to Know about Diabetes and COVID-19
People with uncontrolled diabetes suffer worse outcomes when diagnosed with COVID-19. But why?
With Fresh COVID Vaccine Guidelines, States Now Free to Talk to Global Manufacturers Directly
The central government has allowed open market and private players in the vaccination process, but everyone will have to register on the CoWin app.
Spotting the Red Flags: High Degree of Alertness Needed to Combat Maoists
A detailed probe by the CRPF, Chhattisgarh Police and NIA will shed light on possible lapses, which will help in drawing lessons from the April 3 incident.
Is the Peace Overture by Pakistan Another Tactical Ploy?
Even if there is the slightest chance of constructing a new architecture or saving a few innocent lives, it is well worth the effort.
In Kerala, LDF, UDF, BJP Should be Wary of One Thing—the Sceptical Malayali
It has been a while since an over-sell by the NDA backfired in 2004.
In Afghanistan Theatre, US President Biden Has Limited Options—Diplomacy is His Best Bet
Taliban had committed to cut their ties with Al Qaeda but recent statements by Afghan and US officials indicate that this has not happened.
Shifting Priorities: Talking Points Dry Up, The BJP Debate Takes Centre Stage in TN
Issues once considered emotive have taken the back seat. One thing is for sure: for the next few polls, it will be BJP and allies against those who oppose it
What The Fork: Kunal Vijayakar Celebrates Navroz with a Mouth-watering Parsi Menu
Parsi cuisine in India proudly flaunts Gujarati, Maharashtrian, Iranian and colonial flavours.