Democracy: Restoring the dignity in public life

Democracy: Restoring the dignity in public life

Thursday, 30 November 2023 | Kumar Chellappan

Poll campaigns are becoming toxic with unrestrained campaigns; no one is sacrosanct, and all political parties must shoulder the blame for it The campaign for the last phase of the election to the Telangana assembly has come to an end with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “Mega Road Show” at Hyderabad on...

Telangana braces up for a triangular contest

Telangana braces up for a triangular contest

Tuesday, 28 November 2023 | Kalyani Shankar

The youngest state in India is ready for a triangular electoral contest. Bharat Rashtra Samithi, Congress, and the Bharatiya Janata Party are the main contenders Since its inception in 2014, BRS. Chief K Chandrashekhar Rao has been at the helm. He is keen to perform a hat trick. However, anti-incumbency poses...

New Kerala collective runs into trouble

New Kerala collective runs into trouble

Monday, 27 November 2023 | Kumar Chellappan

The Kerala Chief Minister takes a trip across the state to tell about his good work but his party is falling apart The Nava Kerala Sadass (New Kerala Collective), a prelude to the 2024 Lok Sabha election, being held under the auspices of the CPI-M ruled State  Government has run into...

Wait prolongs

Wait prolongs

Monday, 27 November 2023 | Pioneer

Those in charge are simply extending the timeline, but the lifeline of trapped workers may not keep pace Workers trapped in the Uttarkashi tunnel will have to spend many more days physically cut off from the world. The main drilling machine was damaged beyond repair just a few metres from extracting...

Consequences of suicidal acts

Consequences of suicidal acts

Monday, 27 November 2023 | Bhopinder Singh

The Sheikhdoms had no idea of the Hamas plan as they were engrossed in mending fences with Israel as part of the Abrahamic Agreement As green shoots of truce finally dawn via the proposed exchange of hostages in the bloody Israel-Hamas war, it is time to reflect on the conduct of...

Congo road to peace amid ethnic conflict

Congo road to peace amid ethnic conflict

Sunday, 26 November 2023 | Makhan Saikia

Intricate challenges and pervasive violence in Eastern Congo, where ethnic conflicts, armed militias, and regional influences converge, create a volatile environment. As the government and international organisations grapple with restoring peace, civilians bear the brunt of the suffering. Will coordinated efforts involving regional players pave the way for a lasting...

Significance of creativity in the curriculum

Significance of creativity in the curriculum

Saturday, 25 November 2023 | Lina ashar

Creativity in education is the catalyst for transforming knowledge into innovation, encouraging learners to think, explore, and connect As the world of education continues to evolve, a growing consensus is emerging that creativity is essential for defining the future of education. Rather than relying on textbooks and standardised assessments, a creative...

Virtually together

Virtually together

Saturday, 25 November 2023 | Pioneer

Positive global reactions to Modi's G20 virtual meet, even from China and Canada, confirm its success If there were any doubts whatsoever about the impact India had on the G20 platform and if any validation was needed for its influence, it has been thoroughly reiterated during the bloc's virtual meeting planned...

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