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Opinion

Women in the forefront

This week, two significant announcements impacting women's empowerment deserve attention on a global scale. The first is a groundbreaking move from the Vatican, which has appointed Sister Simona Brambilla as the prefect.

Lost art of waiting

In our hyper-connected world, waiting is increasingly seen as a flaw in the system rather than an inevitable part of life.

Closing Gaps

India is grappling with an increasingly stark divide between its rich and poor.

Threshold Crossed

The year 2024 will be remembered as a watershed moment in the fight against climate change. For the first time, global average temperatures exceeded 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels during the year.

Celebrating Youth

The world is currently facing a multifaceted civilizational crisis, characterized by social, economic, and environmental challenges. This crisis demands a revitalized approach to addressing the complexities of modern society.

Rate Cut Hint

As the US Federal Reserve approaches its next policy meeting in September, the prospect of an interest rate cut looms large. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell has signalled that if current economic trends continue, a reduction in rates could be on the table.

Silver Separators

In recent years, the trend of “grey divorce” ~ or divorce “among older couples ~ has been on the rise. This trend has been the subject of much discussion and analysis, as it is a departure from the traditional understanding of divorce, which has typically been associated with younger couples.

More to celebrate than just cricket

Way back in 1973, when I was a student in Nizam College, Hyderabad, Swami Ranganathanandji of the Ramakrishna Mission addressed us. He made many thought-provoking statements. However, one comment of his is very relevant even today, in view of the ongoing Paris Olympics.

Climate Catastrophe

The landslide in Wayanad, Kerala, is a stark reminder of the increasing vulnerability of our natural landscapes to the forces of climate change.

W Asia escalation

The assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran marks a critical and perilous turning point in the ongoing conflict in West Asia.