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The all-party voice against terrorism

Across party lines, ideologies, and regional divides, the all-party delegation stood not as politicians but as patriots, sending a clear and...

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Amal Chandra

Voices from the sidelines in the mainstream

Booker prize for ‘Heart Lamp’ is a defining moment for India’s vernacular literature which has been on sidelines for long In a watershed moment for...

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From Silence to Strength: Bihar’s menstrual health revolution

For too long, a girl’s period was something she had to hide. Whispers in classrooms. Embarrassed glances at homes. Silence where there should have...

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Bandana Preyashi

Bengaluru deluges spark urgent call for urban resilience

The unprecedented downpour overwhelmed the city’s outdated stormwater infrastructure. The chaos exposed not only the city’s fragile urban planning...

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Bk Singh

A Soldier’s Plea for Real-Time Patriotism, Not Posthumous Applause

Jai Hind! Today, I write to you not as a critic, nor as a cynic — not even as a disappointed fan — but as someone who has lived to be a so-called...

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Mohommed Ali Shah

The Silent Architect: How geology shapes every structure we build

When we look at the marvels of modern construction — soaring skyscrapers, sprawling industries, intricate networks of highway and railway bridges...

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Somnath Biswas

The evolution of state-controlled humanity

Today, as predictive policing, biometric surveillance, and algorithmic profiling silently erode human dignity, we must confront a stark truth: the...

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Nilantha Ilangamuwa

A Brewing Crisis in Bangladesh

Bangladesh is fast plunging into a deeper chaos as key players dig in and brace for a showdown A political powder keg is simmering in Bangladesh,...

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India’s strategic surge in a changing world order

 There has been a paradigm shift in our internal and external policy in the last six years which has changed the balance of power not only in our...

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Banshidhar Rukhaiyar

Bangladesh on edge: Election deadlock sparks tensions

Key power centers are issuing conflicting ultimatums, while suspicions of delay, conspiracy, and unrest simmer just beneath the surface. With...

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Hiranmay Karlekar

Turn intent into action for a child marriage free India by 2030

Last year on Akshaya Tritiya, something remarkable happened in Rajasthan. A day that had long been associated with a surge in child marriages...

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Ravi Kant

Ahilyabai Holkar: The queen who wove a legacy of governance

This week marks the 300th birth anniversary of Rani Ahilyabai Holkar, one of India’s most revered rulers — a sovereign whose leadership, foresight,...

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Priyal Bhardwaj

China’s modern warfare without war

Despite boasting formidable military capabilities and engaging in loud sabre-rattling, China consistently avoids direct military entanglements,...

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Bhopinder Singh

Int’l student’s American dream on the hold

The Trump administration abruptly freezes new visa interviews for international students, disrupting their academic plans In a move sending ripples...

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A common man’s journey to God and self-mastery

This is a normal feeling for a common man. One starts with great hopes: “I am different; I am very intelligent,” which has nothing to do with...

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Ajit Kumar Bishnoi

Climate resilience must be at the core of growth

Without embedding climate and disaster resilience into its core development strategy, the nation could face escalating disruptions that threaten ...

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Satendra Singh

Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar: The embodiment of dharma and good governance

The development of any country depends on the welfare policies of the Government and its good governance system. The history of India is full of...

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Shiv Prakash

India’s Soaring Cooling Demand: A call for energy-efficient choices

India’s rapid economic expansion and urban transformation have fueled an unprecedented rise in energy demand. One of the most visible outcomes of...

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Animesh Mishra

Diplomatic offensive against terrorism

New Delhi seeks to galvanise worldwide support for its offesnvie against terror. With bipartisan cooperation and representation from all...

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Kalyani Shankar

Bracing up for the above-normal monsoon

An above-average monsoon, while welcome, comes with its own perils — including flooding and disease outbreaks India is poised to receive...

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Population expansion: The silent burden on India’s women

With a population of 1.45 billion, India overtook China in 2023 to become the most populous country in the world. Yet, paradoxically, there is a...

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Swapna Majumdar

Redefining warfare through information dominance

As the operation unfolded with unprecedented swiftness and clarity, it revealed a new Indian normal: Confident, deliberate, and undeterred by...

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Ravi K Chaudhary

India at the Brink of a Menstrual Revolution: From Shame to Strength

Every year Menstrual Hygiene Day reminds us of the grim reality that we are yet to understand — women and their plight. A woman bleeds for 2,535...

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Malvika Bhardwaj/ Ashmi M

Northeast on fast track of development with rail connectivity

The narrative of India’s development is incomplete without acknowledging the transformational journey of its Northeastern states. Once considered...

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Rajesh Kumar Singh

A silent triumph or strategic gamble?

While Delhi claims strategic success, key questions linger: Was nuclear escalation ever imminent? Who brokered the ceasefire? As media hails a new...

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Ashok K Mehta

India surpasses Japan, now 4th largest economy

India becomes the 4th largest economy but still a lot needs to be done to empower every Indian In a historic development, India has officially...

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Bridging the gap between moral values and material progress

We live in a contradictory world where on the one hand some people show a lot of interest in building a value-based society and they talk of...

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Rajyogi Brahma Kumar Nikunj Ji

Crack the whip to rescue discoms and energise reform

The time has come for the Modi Government to decisively untangle the sector from entrenched political interference, empower regulators, and open...

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Uttam Gupta

India’s roaring triumph: Lion population soars showcasing conservation success

Lion with its majestic looks in Manes and Elan and Tiger with its grace and gorgeous persona have made the wild world awe-inspiring and beautiful...

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Vk Bahuguna

T20 Cricket: The Bowler’s Battle in a Batsman’s Game

In the fast-paced world of T20 cricket, the narrative often centers around batsmen. From towering sixes to lightning-quick fifties, the format...

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Farman Siddiqui