Search results

This article highlights the new government’s initiative to encourage out-of-the-box ideas, like placing “Vichaar Petika” or idea boxes in corridors of power, but suggests that such creative thinking should go much further, especially into schools. The author argues that schools have become...

This article discusses the rising trend of using public feedback in politics, highlighting both its benefits and risks. While seeking public opinion is a positive step and has historical roots even during monarchies, today it often turns into a tool for political rivalries and attacks. Feedback...

This passage highlights how some important sacrifices and struggles go unnoticed while others quickly become popular. It focuses on Swami Nigamanand, who peacefully protested against illegal mining in the Ganga riverbed in Uttarakhand by fasting for 114 days. Despite his serious condition and...

This article explains why many new politicians and political parties seem lost or struggling to find direction. Even after initial success in elections, these groups face serious challenges in staying united and effective. One big reason is the lack of a strong, common interest that keeps...

This piece talks about how people see themselves in society and politics, especially in India. The writer feels confused about their identity because they have lived in different states and cultures. Politically, most people act like consumers—they use goods and services without much say...

This article talks about how the current political leadership is showing a double standard in dealing with economic issues and corruption. Earlier, the government promised strict action against black money and corruption, especially funds stored in foreign banks. But now, they seem to have...

This piece discusses the controversy around the Singur Bill and how it reflects a deeper issue of selective justice and political manipulation. The writer starts by pointing out how the public has been misled about the true nature of this issue and how only some actions by political parties have...

This article explains the major problems faced by local governments and municipalities in India, especially when it comes to delivering basic services like cleaning drains, repairing roads, maintaining parks, or providing clean drinking water. Most of these services are only improved during...

This piece explains that while the Constitution gives different parts of the government their own powers, it also expects them to work together and keep each other in check. The writer says problems start when one part of the government—especially the executive—acts without being properly...

This article talks about how leaders in India need to focus on real problems that people face in their daily lives, like the rising prices of food items such as potatoes and onions. While big events like speeches in foreign countries and promises to bring in investors are important, they do not...

This piece presents a strong and heartfelt argument about the importance of free speech and the dangers of trying to control what people can say or think. The writer starts with a personal story about learning to swear as a child, using it to show that when people are told not to do something...

This article talks about why political leaders often stop acting strongly against corruption once they come into power, even though they make big promises about fighting it during elections. Corruption is a major problem in everyday life in India, from small bribes to bigger scams. But when...

This article discusses the complex situation in war-torn regions, especially in oil-rich countries, where the collapse of governments has left people in chaos and uncertainty. It points out how many of these regions now lack stable leadership and working systems, turning many citizens into...

This piece offers a thoughtful and well-researched exploration of the complexities surrounding state surveillance in today’s interconnected and digitized world. It presents a balanced perspective on how technological advancements have expanded the reach and efficiency of surveillance mechanisms...

This article explains how some political leaders in India still follow old-style socialist ideas, but often fail to present a clear plan to run even a small government properly. Instead of finding modern solutions, they repeat ideas that no longer work. While they talk about helping the poor and...

This piece captures a deeply emotional and critical perspective on post-26/11 Mumbai, painting a vivid picture of a city that continues to move forward despite its wounds. It rightly identifies Mumbai as a lifeline for countless people across India—a city that offers opportunities but demands...

This article talks about how elections in India are becoming more difficult and expensive for political parties and candidates. The cost of campaigning is rising every year because leaders try to outdo each other in reaching voters, which creates pressure on both new and experienced politicians...

This poem is a haunting reflection on the erosion of sovereignty and dignity in the face of authoritarian rule and societal decay. With evocative imagery and a somber tone, the poet crafts a vivid landscape where power is misused and survival becomes a privilege. The opening stanza sets the tone...

This article talks about the debate around genetically modified (GM) crops in India. The government is once again thinking about allowing more trials for these crops. Some people support GM crops, saying they can help farmers and are already used in nearby countries. Others are against them...

This piece raises a profound and timely question about the role of religion in political discourse, particularly in a diverse society like ours where faith, morality, and public life are often deeply intertwined. While the writer acknowledges the historical use of religion as a political...