Opinion
Struggle for Survival, ‘Outsider’ Tag: As Lockdown in Mumbai Intensifies, So Does Daily Wagers’ Longing for Home
Lockdown has been brutal on India’s urban poor, especially on the daily wage earners who work in the city far away from their villages and families.
The Deaths of Irrfan Khan and Rishi Kapoor are Shocking; But Then Death is the Ultimate Leveller
We all rationalise death but we don’t try to rationalise birth. And that seems to be the greatest tragedy of humankind.
As Chinese Investments Grow, Why India Needs to Tread with Care
Overall by March 2020, China has invested $26 billion plus in India – up by 24.4 billion plus since 2014, when its investments were mere $1.6 billion.
Fadnavis's Sharp Words, Munde's Applause: How Reactions to Uddhav Govt's Covid-19 Battle Exposes Internal Rift in BJP
Some BJP leaders like Pankaja Munde, who are seen as being firmly in the anti-Fadnavis camp, have lauded Uddhav for his handling of matters.
Pandemic, ‘Infodemic’ and ‘Ecodemic’: The Covid-19 Trilemma
It is impossible to solve the trilemma in tranches as all three are interdependent. All three need to be resolved together, using adequate resources, time and effort.
Yes, Tablighi Jamaat Organisers Were Irresponsible. No, They Do Not Represent All of India’s Muslims
If anything, the Tablighi Jamaat holding a large meeting in present times signifies the appalling crisis of leadership in the Muslim community.
Managing Stress and Anxiety During Covid-19 Pandemic
Some simple and healthy coping strategies can help you manage worry or stress in these difficult time by focusing on what you can control.
Hard Landing: Why the Coronavirus Outbreak’s Impact on Airlines is Without Any Precedent
Massive layoffs, bankruptcies and airline shutdowns are likely because of the extreme decline in demand caused by the Coronavirus outbreak.
Reality TV Bites: Misogyny Goes Viral in Kerala in the Times of COVID-19
Hundreds of fans thronged the Kochi airport on March 15 to welcome ousted Bigg Boss contestant Rajith Kumar who has risen to prominence by trying to put women 'in their place'.
Resurgence on Agenda, Raj Thackeray Takes a Leaf Out of Uncle's Book to Woo Shiv Sena's Pro-Hindutva Voters
The MNS chief launched an image makeover for his party by adopting a saffron flag, signifying his formal shift to Hindutva, and is scheduled to hold a rally on Sunday against illegal Bangladeshi and Pakistani immigrants.
Heckling the Heckler is Hazardous to Health No Matter How Much They Deserve It
The burning question, as the Commander-in-Chief of Heckling might shout, were he to debate it, should he have been heckled at all?
Govt Makes Three Big Changes to Exit Air India Completely, But Why Sale Remains a Tough Bargain
At least in terms of exiting Air India completely and lessening the employee plus debt burden on the buyer, the government appears to have done well this time.
Opinion | Creating New EV Jobs For an Economy On The Move
Countries like China, Europe, and the US see EVs as one of the fastest-growing job-creating industries, and India ought to take a cue from these economies.
The Sophomore Bane of India
Many would count caste, creed and religion as the bane of India. But a bigger misguided youth, unions and vote-banking are perhaps more dangerous at this point.
OPINION | Indian State Must Respect Human Need for Identity While Negotiating With Its Diverse People
The reasons for anti-citizenship law protests by Muslims and northeastern states are different, but the apprehensions against majoritarianism are similar.
Why Ambedkar Has Replaced Gandhi as the New Icon of Resistance and Social Awakening
The portrait of Ambedkar is now being widely symbolised as an antidote to anti-people approach and actions of the governments. His ideas and thoughts are often invoked in the speeches given during protest marches.