There was a time when the legendary Indian cricketer Mohinder Amarnath famously described the national selectors as a “pack of jokers.” The remark reflected the frustration of an era when selection often appeared inconsistent, conservative, and occasionally baffling. Decades later, that criticism has largely lost its relevance. Today’s Indian selectors may still make unpopular decisions,…
The Cockroach Theory of Survival Politics teaches many lessons. One of them is that hope never dies. Another is that when electoral arithmetic collapses, ideology evaporates, alliances crack, and leadership runs out of road, politicians begin searching for miracles. The latest miracle appears to have arrived in the form of a “Cockroach Party.” For India’s…
Politics often creates the illusion of permanence. Power convinces leaders that they are invincible, that public office is their birthright, and that popular support can shield them from the consequences of their actions. History, however, repeatedly teaches a different lesson. Empires fall, rulers fade, and political giants are humbled. In the end, there is one…
Retirement is supposed to be the reward for decades of hard work. It is meant to provide financial security, peace of mind and the freedom to enjoy life without the pressures of earning a monthly income. Yet, for thousands of retirees across India, retirement has become a period of anxiety, uncertainty and, in many cases,…
A Disaster Waiting Or Hyderabad’s Ticking Bomb The devastating fire accident in a Delhi hotel that claimed 21 lives, including a large number of foreign nationals, should not be viewed merely as another tragic headline destined to disappear from public memory after a few days of television debates and official condolences. It should serve as…
Former Delhi Lieutenant Governor Najeeb Jung has done what many public figures today hesitate to do—speak a simple truth that should not be controversial in a civilized society. His suggestion that if Friday prayers or any religious practice causes inconvenience to the public, suitable adjustments, including staggering prayer timings, should be considered, is not an…
A passing remark by the Chief Justice of India appears to have triggered a national debate that is far bigger than the word that sparked it. While commenting on the growing tendency to attack constitutional institutions through social media, the Chief Justice reportedly referred to certain elements as “cockroaches.” Predictably, outrage arrived faster than facts….
India today stands at a fascinating crossroads. It is simultaneously battling global uncertainties and pursuing ambitious dreams. It is the world’s most populous nation, the fastest-growing major economy, an emerging military power, and a technology hub that increasingly competes with the best in the world. Yet, it remains heavily dependent on imported energy and vulnerable…
A terrorist attacks the nation from outside the constitutional framework. An anarchist politician attacks it from within. That is why the latter can be far more dangerous. The recent outrage expressed by Trinamool Congress leaders over alleged hostility faced by MP Abhishek Banerjee during his visit to violence-hit areas in West Bengal would have evoked…
In international politics, nations often measure influence through visible symbols of power—aircraft carriers, military alliances, infrastructure projects, and billion-dollar investments. Yet some of the most consequential geopolitical victories are achieved not through what a country builds, but through the rules it writes. India’s recent success in Nepal’s hydropower sector is a compelling example. For years,…
