Opinion

Getting the Message Right

16 Apr 2025 00:59 AM IST

The Congress Party at its AICC session held in Ahmedabad last week seems to be firmly committed towards the plank of social justice. Clearly Rahul Gandhi feels this is the way to rebuild the party and regain its lost glory, by reaching out to the marginalised and weaker sections. This

Neeraj—Poet of varying moods, colours

16 Apr 2025 00:56 AM IST

While commemorating a doyen of poetry and lyricism of repute Gopaldas Saxena alias NEERAJ-a recipient of Padam Bhushan on the august occasion of his birth centenary,a celebrated English romantic poet John Keats here quite naturally haunts who created this evergreen a line,”A thing of beauty is a joy for ever.”

Trillions at Stake: How US-China Tech War Could Derail India’s Dream

16 Apr 2025 00:53 AM IST

The economic war of the century has begun—not with bombs or warships, but with spreadsheets, tariffs, and technology bans. And India may soon find itself in the blast radius. In a stunning geopolitical move that sent shockwaves across boardrooms from Detroit to Shenzhen, the United States in early 2024 slapped

Bengal violence Mamata government’s fault

15 Apr 2025 01:55 AM IST

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma made a very valid point when he posted on X that in spite of having a higher percentage of Muslim population than Bengal’s, his state saw barely any protests over the passage of the Waqf Amendment Bill in Parliament. This was in context of

The Waqf Act 2025: My heart’s cry for a fairer tomorrow

15 Apr 2025 01:53 AM IST

This morning, I burned my toast. Black crumbs scattered on the counter, and I laughed—a small, shaky sound that reminded me I’m still here, still human. The rain outside my window pattered like old memories, pulling me back to Pakistan’s crowded alleys, where fear chased me like a stray dog.

Bridging Divides: Ambedkar’s Legacy and the Pursuit of Social Harmony

15 Apr 2025 01:52 AM IST

Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar’s life and work remain a powerful testament to the struggle for social justice in India. While his experiences with the caste system deeply shaped his perspective, a closer look reveals a complex figure whose legacy can inspire unity and collaboration in the ongoing pursuit of equality.

The impact of research and publications in ranking & accreditation

14 Apr 2025 01:39 AM IST

Ranking & Accreditation of colleges and Universities plays a significant and pivotal role in the overall development of the Indian higher education system. It enables both the parents and students to find the institutions and programs of their choice. With the advent of globalisation and the inclusion of education as

Ambedkar Jayanti — A Strong Foundation of Dalit Empowerment

14 Apr 2025 01:38 AM IST

On April 14, the nation celebrates the birth anniversary of Babasaheb Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar as a symbol of social justice and equality. Dr. Ambedkar, the chief architect of the Indian Constitution, was not only the designer of India’s democratic framework but also the voice of the marginalized sections of society

Hanuman Janmotsava

12 Apr 2025 01:42 AM IST

Today, 12th April, 2025 is Hanuman Janmotsava, the birthday of Hanumanji. It is celebrated on Chaitra Poornima (full moon day in the Chaitra month). Hanuman Janmotsava shall be celebrated yet again on 19th October, 2025. This is because Hanuman Janmotsava is also celebrated on Kartik Chaturdashi (fourteenth day of Krishna

Can deliberations at Ahmedabad lead to some course correction for congress?

12 Apr 2025 01:40 AM IST

“A political ideology is a very handy thing to have. It’s a real time-saver, because it tells you what you think about things you know nothing about.” — Hendrik Hertzberg As the Congress meets at Ahmedabad for its all-India session on April 8 and 9, the grand old party stares