PM Modi's three-point doctrine emphasises zero tolerance for terrorism, a rejection of nuclear blackmail, and decisive responses to attacks. He would do well to draw parallels domestically. There must

The role played by the Brothers in evangelisation, education, and social upliftment cannot be overstated. I do not know how many people are aware that at least two Brothers are on the road to canonisa

Despite granting bail to Professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad, the Supreme Court imposed a gag order and bypassed questions of due process. The guardian of the Constitution must be more concerned that the sp

The Supreme Court must decide if India remains a true democracy. Stalin urges non-BJP states to unite legally against executive overreach, as the judiciary defends its role as guardian of the Constitu

Helen Bharde, without any high-flying degrees or even a respectable bank balance, has achieved more than most of us can ever dream of. With her sheer generosity, courage and enthusiasm, this one-woman

The Pahalgam killings deepened India's communal wounds, sparking Islamophobia, violence, and political posturing. While some Kashmiris showed humanity, the media and political narratives fueled divisi

We may be extraordinarily great in one field or the other. We may be experts in cheating others, but how long….

Scroll through social media today, and you'll find citizens second-guessing their own government, not out of disloyalty but because they've been bluffed one too many times. And so, we send a delegati

Despite war cries and chest-thumping, sustainable peace demands sober strategy, not jingoism. A single terror strike could trigger disaster. India must rise above provocation, avoid being hyphenated w

The Mahatma would be stoned today for speaking peace. In Modi's India, hate thrives, minorities suffer, and war is glorified. We've traded humanity for vengeance, justice for propaganda, and unity for

In an unprecedented move, President Murmu questioned the Supreme Court's authority to impose timelines on Governors. Despite a clear ruling mandating assent within three months, such an action reeks o

Union Bank's ?7.25 crore book purchase, bypassing board approval, has once again brought deep-rooted governance failures in public sector banks. Such incidents erode public trust, normalise flouting r

The Pollachi verdict delivers long-overdue justice, sentencing nine men to life. This judgment, welcomed by women across Tamil Nadu, underscores urgent societal reflection on safety, upbringing, and a

A newly elected pope's choice of name carries profound significance. It serves as his first message to the world and offers insight into his vision for the Church. By selecting a particular name, the

Pope Leo XIV's election signals hope for a progressive Church. He invokes Leo XIII's legacy of social justice and echoes Francis' inclusive reforms. His stance must challenge rising global fascism and

We swear by the Constitution, which promises freedom of speech, then muzzle journalists and newspapers and put citizens in jail, by calling them anti-nationals and 'urban Naxalites'- whatever that mea

By choosing the name Leo XIV, the new Pope signals a commitment to justice, humility, and modern relevance—echoing Leo XIII's legacy of defending workers' rights and embracing science, while addressin

India's development dream demands more than GDP growth—social equity, peace, and inclusive governance. Rising communal polarisation, divisive laws, and political exploitation of religious identity thr

"The Earth is a very small stage in a vast, cosmic arena. Think of the rivers of blood spilt by all those generals and emperors so that in glory and triumph they can become momentary masters of a frac

In Pahalgam, the terrorists intentionally asked the names of the victims before firing them because they wanted to create a feeling in the minds of Indians that the Muslims killed the Hindus, and that

Despite long opposing caste census as divisive, the BJP has now embraced it, likely for electoral gain. Rooted in upper-caste ideology, the RSS-BJP's caste politics have historically undermined social

Moral ambition urges people to reject hollow careers and pursue meaningful change. Rutger Bregman critiques societal conformity, wasted talent, inequality, and environmental harm, advocating for purpo

The bulldozer, once a tool of construction, now symbolises state-sponsored intimidation—used to demolish homes, silence dissent, and marginalise minorities. Justice demands more than compensation; it

If the drums must beat, let it be for celebration, not conflict. For parades, not pyres. For a country that chooses peace not because it is weak, but because it is strong enough to want no more widows

She lost her husband in the attack, yet said she gained two Kashmiri brothers—an almost unbelievable testament to humanity rising above terror, even as the absence of security exposed the failure that

Amid grief, Kashmiris condemned terror and offered aid, while media and political voices stoked communal hatred. True patriotism lies in unity, accountability, and empathy—the values that can heal Ind

India's decision to include castes in its next census marks a historic shift. It confronts a deep-rooted social reality that has long been ignored. Depending on its execution and the will to act, this

On Labour Day, we celebrate workers—yet ignore gig workers who power our lives silently, without rights or recognition. Their struggles, masked by apps and algorithms, demand urgent legal protections.

The discreet swearing-in of a judge and renewed concerns over the collegium system have reignited debate on judicial transparency. This raises questions about executive influence, institutional accoun

Fr Vadakkekara may have departed from this world, but he lives on—in the articles he edited, the writers he mentored, the truths he upheld, and the lives he touched. His was a life of praxis—where bel

I imagine these WhatsApp warriors in an actual warzone — trudging through mud, dodging bullets, and looking for the "Forward" button on a grenade. Most would faint at the sight of a real gun, or worse