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Nation in turmoil

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar have already received international approbation for their finesse in navigating critical political crises in many places, and Mr Modi is already counted as among the noted statesmen in the world.

India’s Unity

The parliamentary debate on the Indian Constitution has reignited critical discussions about the country's foundational values, its historical trajectory, and its future direction.

Judge in the dock

The judiciary is the cornerstone of India’s democratic framework, charged with upholding constitutional values and serving as an impartial arbiter of disputes.

A vision lives on

Even though he avoided limelight throughout his life, last week he was a headline in all Kolkata newspapers including The Statesman. And, in all international newspapers earlier in the month.

Bhopal revisited~II

Was the law taken in one’s hand? The answer is ‘yes’. Otherwise, why did the Central government exercise the power of parens patriae (parent of the nation) and prevent the victims from filing suits through lawyers of their choice?

Election Annulment

The annulment of Romania’s presidential election’s first round has plunged the country into political uncertainty, raising critical questions about electoral integrity, foreign influence, and the role of social media in modern campaigns.

Public Spaces

Against the backdrop of many proactive urban missions launched by the Indian State over the last decade, it may be pertinent to reflect on the current ecosystem surrounding the planning of public space improvement, and public building works in cities undertaken by various state governments.

Can ONOS transform Indian research?

I ndia's research ecosystem stands on the cusp of a seismic shift with the impending rollout of the One Nation, One Subscription (ONOS) scheme, a Rs 6,000-crore initiative aimed at dismantling the long-standing barriers to accessing global academic resources.

Balancing Priorities

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has opted for a pragmatic and balanced approach to address the twin challenges of slowing economic growth and persistent inflation.

After Assad

The sudden collapse of President Bashar al-Assad’s regime on Sunday marked a historic turning point in Syria’s civil war, ending over five decades of Assad family rule.