Cover Stories

Stifling the Opposition: Will Democracy Survive?

In a democracy, the opposition's voices are not just part of the system but its lifeblood. They are crucial in ensuring accountability, fostering debate, and safeguarding citizens' rights.

Fr. Gaurav Nair Fr. Gaurav Nair
08 Apr 2024

A Cloud on the Integrity of the Election!

During the lead-up to the general election, opposition leaders face coercive action by enforcement agencies.

Dr. G. Ramachandram Dr. G. Ramachandram
08 Apr 2024

Articles

As general elections approach, Narendra Modi's dominance seems assured. Yet, his apparent nervousness raises questions.

Don Aguiar Don Aguiar
08 Apr 2024

AAP, led by Arvind Kejriwal, faces scrutiny amid corruption allegations. Born from anti-corruption movements, the party now confronts existential threats due to alleged misconduct.

A. J. Philip A. J. Philip
08 Apr 2024

In contemporary India, the BJP-led government's majoritarian ideology promotes "uniformity", eroding the Unity in Diversity, which was the hallmark of India's policy and outlook

Jacob Peenikaparambil Jacob Peenikaparambil
08 Apr 2024

In a democracy, there is no barrier for any citizen to move into the political field and rise to any level of responsibility as Prime Minister or President.

Thomas Menamparampil Thomas Menamparampil
08 Apr 2024

The ILO report on Indian employment highlights grim realities: 80% of unemployed are youth; education fails to guarantee jobs; government initiatives yield minimal results.

Jaswant Kaur Jaswant Kaur
08 Apr 2024

India's healthcare schemes, like Ayushman Bharat, have raised questions about efficacy, transparency, and fund allocation.

Dr. Elsa Lycias Joel Dr. Elsa Lycias Joel
08 Apr 2024

The accreditation review of the National Human Rights Commission of India (NHRCI) is scheduled to take place in the last week of March 2024 and in the last week of April 2024.

Cedric Prakash Cedric Prakash
08 Apr 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a pivotal tool in election campaigns in nations like India. It analyses voter data, targets messages, enhances engagement, ensures security, and forecasts results.

Dr. John Singarayar Dr. John Singarayar
08 Apr 2024

Films now propagate majoritarian narratives, as seen in 'Swatantraveer Savarkar'. This trend distorts history to glorify figures and ideologies, contributing to sectarian views.

Ram Puniyani Ram Puniyani
08 Apr 2024

The core meaning of the word 'conversion' is 'change'. Change is the fundamental principle of life. From birth to death, it is a continuous process.

Dr. M. D. Thomas Dr. M. D. Thomas
08 Apr 2024

It took three days for Truth to win. The victory of Truth is not an easy one and so is with Democracy.

Robert Clements Robert Clements
08 Apr 2024