Historic legal battle unfolds over Gyanvapi

Historic legal battle unfolds over Gyanvapi

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 | Prafull Goradia

Amidst the legal wrangling, a deeper narrative emerges, one of contested ownership, religious desecration and the enduring scars of history The legal hearings, whether in the court at Varanasi or the Supreme Court, over the past many months regarding the worship at Gyan Vapi, carry ethical interest. The statures of the...

The timeless allure of bookstores

The timeless allure of bookstores

Tuesday, 23 April 2024 | Mike Downey

In a world of fleeting attachments and transient experiences, one traveller finds solace and sustenance in the enduring sanctuaries of literature I don’t normally do nostalgia. The present is a place where I live and thrive and although thoughts of the past serve as a pleasant escape from reality, I tend...

Celebrating World Book and Copyright Day

Celebrating World Book and Copyright Day

Monday, 22 April 2024 | Biju Dharamapalan

From serving as conduits of wisdom and imagination to safeguarding cultural heritage, books play a vital role in shaping our collective consciousness Books have long served as companions to humanity, bridging the present with the past and future through a rich tapestry of historical narratives and fiction. Each book, a product...

New beginnings

New beginnings

Monday, 22 April 2024 | Pioneer

The CJI hopes new criminal justice laws will expedite cases lingering on for long years Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud has lauded the enactment of new criminal justice laws, hailing it as a watershed moment for the nation’s judicial organ. The judiciary plays a pivotal role in shaping the...

Iran-Israel: On the brink of war or hype

Iran-Israel: On the brink of war or hype

Monday, 22 April 2024 | Nishikant Ojha

Iran’s attack and Israel’s retaliation threaten to reshape the established rules of engagement and have the potential to destabilise the region  Iran launched a significant assault on Israel during the night of April 13-14, deploying 300 drones and missiles from its territory towards Israeli territories, including Jerusalem, the Golan Heights and...

Govt schemes are transforming lives in rural Rajasthan

Govt schemes are transforming lives in rural Rajasthan

Monday, 22 April 2024 | Mohan Lal Gameti

Loyara village serves as a microcosm of resilience and progress, fuelled by education and community empowerment We typically receive our ration between the 1st and 3rd of each month. If it’s ever delayed, my grandchildren inquire why we haven’t received it from the ration dealer. The younger generation in my household...

Understanding the impact of FOMO

Understanding the impact of FOMO

Monday, 22 April 2024 | shainy sharma

In the age of social media, the Fear Of Missing Out has become rampant Ever found individuals befuddling when they see photos or updates from parties, gatherings, or events they were not invited to or witness their colleagues or peers receiving accolades, promotions or career advancements…Well such situations may evoke FOMO...

With power freebies, debt comes calling

With power freebies, debt comes calling

Monday, 22 April 2024 | Uttam Gupta

The core dilemma persists: How to prevent debt while ensuring universal electricity access? This issue entails policy intricacies and power sector reforms In an interview, Union Power Minister RK Singh revealed he has been telling States that electricity is not free. “If any State wants to give free power to any...

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