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]WhatsApp groups are starting to mirror life
Published on Oct 05, 2024 08:57 PM IST
The family chatgroups give elders the feeling of being in a joint family. A digital equivalent of peeling potatoes on a terrace with three other family members, subtly bitching about the (n-1)th generation
Abhishek Asthana
Rising tiger numbers, deteriorating habitats
The initial vision of Project Tiger — that the charismatic animal is just an indicator of a complex ecosystem — seems to have been forgotten
Updated on Oct 05, 2024 08:57 PM IST
Ghazala Shahabuddin
The case against bans, including on cigarettes
There are a thousand good reasons not to smoke; a million good arguments to persuade me against it. But if I still choose to do so, don’t seek to ban me. Don’t preclude my choice.
Published on Oct 05, 2024 08:57 PM IST
Choices for a nation with falling fertility
Modern contraceptives are more than just “family planning” tools — they are life-saving health interventions.
Published on Oct 05, 2024 08:57 PM IST
Shamika RaviJaydeep Tank
Animals can’t vote, so we must in their interest
Animals, wild or otherwise, do not vote. It is thus left to State and non-State actors and the citizenry to be their spokespersons and vote in the interests of the non-human species we share our planet with
Published on Oct 04, 2024 09:03 PM IST
Yash Magan Shethia
A future in Jammu and Kashmir that isn’t the past
Prosperity through peace is the future of Kashmir, especially since the escalating war on terrorism in West Asia has Saudi Arabia, UAE, and the US aligned while Pakistan is confused.
Published on Oct 04, 2024 09:03 PM IST
MN Sabharwal Manish Sabharwal
Why India must push e-commerce exports, and how
A slew of policy reforms can help India leverage the coming e-commerce boom to achieve its ‘developed nation’ goal
Published on Oct 04, 2024 09:00 PM IST
Bridging political rifts in India’s neighbourhood
On Bangladesh and Khalistan, India and the United States need to engage in sustained political dialogue and find common ground. It’s hard but possible
Updated on Oct 03, 2024 08:56 PM IST
Navaratri and the federal character of Hinduism
All Hindus agree on the same nine days and 10 nights in autumn, but after that, the observances in different regions contrast quite a lot
Published on Oct 03, 2024 08:56 PM IST
Jawhar Sircar
What P Diddy-Bieber history says about male sex abuse
The problem with sexual abuse, as suspected in the Diddy-Bieber case, is twofold — the impact and the perpetrator-victim dynamic
Published on Oct 03, 2024 08:56 PM IST
Delhi-Berlin partnership has kept pace with India’s rise
The Indian economy has been growing at a very dynamic pace. Its technological achievements, be it in space or in digital public infrastructure, are leaving their mark on the world. Thanks to the growing Indian diaspora in Germany, more and more Germans can call Indians their colleagues, their partners and their friends
Updated on Oct 02, 2024 08:33 PM IST
Philipp Ackermann
Diplomacy must set the terms in West Asia
Israel's targeted ground raids on Hezbollah mark a dangerous escalation, prompting global calls for de-escalation amid fears of a wider regional conflict.
Updated on Oct 02, 2024 08:33 PM IST
Ausaf Sayeed
Why the Dalit vote may decide Haryana outcome
The political and electoral inclination of Dalits in Haryana seems subject to various factors such as the charisma of national leaders, caste and class character of the political parties in the state, and the nature of electoral promises made, among others.
Published on Oct 02, 2024 08:33 PM IST
Teesta's tide: A defining moment for Modi, Yunus, and South Asia's future
After the emergence of Muhammad Yunus as the head of the Bangladesh's interim government, Teesta holds the key to reshaping Bangladesh-India ties.
Updated on Oct 02, 2024 09:43 AM IST
Scientifically Speaking | Unlocking the mysteries of high-altitude survival
The Sherpas’ resistance to altitude sickness is rooted in evolution, from a mutation in the EPAS1 gene to their body's ability to process glucose for energy
Published on Oct 02, 2024 08:00 AM IST
Anirban Mahapatra
Gandhi’s symbols provide clues to his political truth
Mahatma Gandhi understood the uniqueness of a symbol that gives access to deeper layers of reality otherwise inaccessible or invisible
Published on Oct 01, 2024 08:38 PM IST
Ram Krishna Sinha
From sanitation to cleanliness as culture
As the Swachh Bharat Mission completes 10 years, sampoorna swachhata is what India must strive to achieve
Published on Oct 01, 2024 08:37 PM IST
Vinod K Paul
Quad’s maritime vision short on strategic intent
Biden hosted the Quad Leaders’ Summit, emphasizing Indo-Pacific security and cooperation, but faced criticism for vague military strategies and unclear outcomes.
Updated on Oct 01, 2024 08:37 PM IST
Monsoon pattern changing with Himalayas, west coast recording more extreme rain
Unless India has a plan to build climate-resilient urban infrastructure, the flooding of cities will become more intense in the future
Published on Oct 01, 2024 08:00 AM IST
Wakf management is best served by state legislations
On the whole, the law of India relating to wakf management is in a pitiable mess. It has generated a huge body of case law consisting of hundreds of Supreme Court and high court decisions
Updated on Sep 30, 2024 08:43 PM IST
Non-US world struggles to find common currency
The case for a non-US-control based international system of transactions is clear. The world needs to build pipelines
Published on Sep 30, 2024 08:43 PM IST
Monika Halan
Human rights bodies need to be overhauled
Enthusiastic and active SHRCs can take a significant step towards a future where human rights and rule of law are respected and protected for all. The ball is in their court.
Published on Sep 30, 2024 08:43 PM IST
Maja Daruwala
Time to repose faith in ideals of the Mahatma
Brand Gandhi solidly represents India globally. This is why voices of sanity in Bangladesh invoked Gandhi when Hindus were being targeted in their country.
Published on Sep 29, 2024 10:28 PM IST
It is too early to write Hezbollah’s obituary
The question is whether Hezbollah can absorb the blow of the loss of its co-founder and maintain its stature as the deadliest menace on Israel’s doorstep.
Published on Sep 29, 2024 10:22 PM IST
Crime stats miss plight of West Bengal women
In terms of the state’s rate of decline in crimes against women and gender-sensitive policing, the picture is disconcerting
Published on Sep 29, 2024 10:21 PM IST
Supreme Court cracks down child pornography
Child pornography is illegal even if stored on your private device and watched in your personal space, rules the Supreme Court.
Published on Sep 29, 2024 08:15 AM IST
If cleanliness is next to godliness, it’s time to clean up temples
For Hindus, religion is a highly individualised pursuit. A devotee is concerned about his moksha, the satisfaction of his wants, and less about anything else.
Published on Sep 29, 2024 08:00 AM IST
Percussion maestro at 100: Tuned in with beat of time
TK Murthy represents one of the great schools of mrdangam. He has adorned stages across the globe and collaborated with the who’s who of Indian classical music.
Published on Sep 29, 2024 12:16 AM IST
Redefining role of men in family planning scenario
Planned and delayed pregnancies give couples the ability to build a stronger economic foundation before taking on the expenses, and in the case of women, restrictions, associated with raising a family
Published on Sep 28, 2024 09:19 PM IST
The personal and political in making body donations
Leaders of India’s Right and Left political streams have led by example to promote this reform that enhances the quality of medical education and research. Others from civil society should join
Published on Sep 28, 2024 09:18 PM IST
Manoj Mitta