Cover Stories

From Watchdogs to Hounds on a Leash

A landmark Supreme Court verdict has brought down checks on arbitrary gubernatorial vetoes. The SC judgment brings a breath of fresh air for state governments stifled by BJP-appointed governors.

Fr. Gaurav Nair Fr. Gaurav Nair
14 Apr 2025

Raj Bhavans - Parallel Power Centres

Governors in non-BJP states have increasingly obstructed elected governments, misusing constitutional powers to delay or block legislation. The Supreme Court's 2025 verdict against Tamil Nadu's Govern

G Ramachandram G Ramachandram
14 Apr 2025

Articles

The Supreme Court's landmark ruling against Governor RN Ravi marks a decisive victory for Tamil Nadu. It is the first step towards curbing central overreach and reaffirming state autonomy. This is def

Dr John Singarayar Dr John Singarayar
14 Apr 2025

RN Ravi and Arif Mohammed Khan are emblematic of a broader trend where Governors in Opposition-ruled states obstruct elected governments. The Supreme Court's landmark verdict reasserts constitutional

A. J. Philip A. J. Philip
14 Apr 2025

Good Friday challenges the world's selfishness with Jesus' radical love and sacrifice. The Cross and Eucharist call Christians to humble service, justice, and compassion—not rituals alone. True discip

Jacob Peenikaparambil Jacob Peenikaparambil
14 Apr 2025

Journalist Rupesh Kumar Singh, jailed under the UAPA since July 2022, marks 1000 days in prison. His arrest followed reports exposing industrial pollution harming Adivasi livelihoods. While witnesses

Joseph Maliakan Joseph Maliakan
14 Apr 2025

In a world chasing glory and power, the simple act of "tying a towel" calls us back to humility and service—values Christ exemplified and Mother Teresa embodied. True greatness lies not in dominance b

Peter Fernandes Peter Fernandes
14 Apr 2025

MA Baby's rise to CPI(M) general secretary has rekindled concerns. His past policies and public remarks raise questions about whether his leadership can truly embrace inclusive, coexistence-based secu

Joe Kavalam Joe Kavalam
14 Apr 2025

Only those who pass the Laughter Test get a ministry berth. Why? Because if you can't laugh at yourself, you'll never understand the joke, democracy sometimes makes of power.

Robert Clements Robert Clements
14 Apr 2025