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Democracy's Reality Show: Season 2024

In what must be democracy's most spectacular act of self-sabotage since the invention of the campaign promise, America has chosen to double down on its experiment in constitutional chaos. The land of

Fr. Gaurav Nair Fr. Gaurav Nair
18 Nov 2024

A Morally Decadent America Choses a Perilous Path

Trump's re-election signifies a troubling shift for global democracies, legitimising authoritarianism and right-wing extremism. Despite criminal charges, his victory highlights America's deep division

G Ramachandram G Ramachandram
18 Nov 2024

Articles

The US election highlights deep divides, with Trump's victory reflecting the power of identity politics and racism. Despite improving conditions, voters chose Trump's nationalist, anti-immigrant agend

Mathew John Mathew John
18 Nov 2024

Shanti Avedna Sadan (SAS), New Delhi's pioneering palliative care centre for cancer patients, celebrated 30 years of dedicated service with a three-day series of impactful events. Spearheaded by Sr Ta

Rani Punnasseril Rani Punnasseril
18 Nov 2024

These are just two examples of the medical care available in India, and they show contrasting perspectives. All I can do about it is write an article or two. But this was not the case when a young onc

A. J. Philip A. J. Philip
18 Nov 2024

India faces severe hunger and poverty, with 129 million living on nothing. Despite economic growth, inequality is rampant, leaving millions without basic needs. The Church urges proactive support for

Cedric Prakash Cedric Prakash
18 Nov 2024

India faces dire challenges: 129 million live in extreme poverty, ranks 105th in the Global Hunger Index, and one farmer dies by suicide every hour. Despite rising unemployment, student suicides, and

M L Satyan M L Satyan
18 Nov 2024

Mahatma Gandhi warned against politics without principles, yet today's political landscape is marked by unethical tactics, especially in right-wing circles. Leaders like Trump and BJP figures exploit

Jacob Peenikaparambil Jacob Peenikaparambil
18 Nov 2024

St. Francis Xavier's legacy transcends borders through his profound faith and service. Ex-Goa RSS chief Subhash Velingkar's call for DNA testing of Xavier's relics is divisive and disrespectful.

Peter Fernandes Peter Fernandes
18 Nov 2024

"WhatsApp University" shapes popular perceptions with historical distortions aligned with Hindu nationalism. Despite the work of credible historians like Romila Thapar and Irfan Habib, communal narrat

Ram Puniyani Ram Puniyani
18 Nov 2024

The Supreme Court ruled that 'bulldozer justice,' demolishing the homes of accused persons without due process, is unconstitutional. It condemned such actions as lawless and emphasised accountability

Joseph Maliakan Joseph Maliakan
18 Nov 2024

India's linguistic diversity is both a challenge and a strength. The debate over making Hindi the national language highlights deep cultural and political divides, especially between northern and sout

Dr. John Singarayar Dr. John Singarayar
18 Nov 2024

A very stringent anti-conversion law that will ensure zero religious conversions in Maharashtra will be enacted once the Mahayuti comes to power… (Times of India, November 11)

Robert Clements Robert Clements
18 Nov 2024