Venezuela’s earthquake: A humanitarian tragedy and a global warning of disaster preparedness When nature unleashes its fury, it truly tests humanity’s technological achievements, economic progress, and administrative pretensions. The powerful earthquake in Venezuela once again illustrated that years of hard work, dreams, and the illusion of a secure life can be reduced to rubble in…
Health is the most important asset of any nation. Modern medical science has made unprecedented progress in the treatment of diseases, and a significant aspect of this progress is the combined use of various drugs. Many diseases require more than one drug for treatment. Keeping this need in mind, fixed-dose drug combinations (FDCs) were developed….
India’s cities are growing rapidly. From metropolises to medium and small towns, the pace of urbanization is unprecedented. Millions of people are migrating to cities every year in search of economic growth, employment opportunities, and better amenities. But amid this rapid urban expansion, a fundamental question often remains neglected—are our cities walkable for their citizens?…
The water demand is justified, but an officer should be judged by his actions, not his caste. The ongoing protest over the water crisis in Chainat village, in the Hansi region of Haryana, raises an important social and administrative issue. In any civil society, the fact that people are forced to take to the streets…
The future of parents and children after fifty Science has provided human life with numerous conveniences and possibilities. Advances in medical science have opened the way to parenthood for couples who, for whatever reason, were unable to conceive naturally. Technologies like IVF (in vitro fertilization) have blessed thousands of families with the joy of having…
The challenge of the ‘missing middle’ and the question of economic security India is today one of the world’s fastest-growing major economies. Its growing economic power, large youth population, digital revolution, and expanding consumer market are constantly being discussed on the global stage. At the heart of this development journey, if any socio-economic class plays…
Democracy in India is deeply rooted not only in Parliament, the Legislative Assembly, and larger political forums, but also in the local institutions of villages, towns, and cities. Panchayats and municipal bodies are the smallest but most vibrant units of democracy, where the public participates in governance through their direct representatives. To increase women’s participation…
The greatest strength of democracy is public opinion. This public opinion is not formed on a single day or during an election, but is shaped by a long process of ongoing dialogue, debate, discussion, social experiences, political consciousness, and citizen participation in society. In a democratic system, informed judgment by citizens, the exchange of diverse…
The sight of a woman standing at a bus stop in India may seem ordinary, but if we look deeper, she’s more than just a passenger. She carries with her many layers of society, struggles, hopes, and questions. She’s waiting for a bus, but she’s also waiting for her rights, opportunities, and a dignified existence….
Family, greed, and the tragedy of a changing society The land of Haryana has long been known for its familial love, brotherhood, and the culture of joint families. The warmth of relationships was evident in village Chaupals. Family was not merely a blood relationship, but was considered the foundation of life’s greatest security and respect….
