MS Shanker A Spinner’s Straight Talk: Venkatapathy Raju on HCA’s Decline and the Way Forward In my continuing series on the downfall—and the much-needed revival—of Hyderabad cricket, I’ve spoken to several former players and insiders. Each has offered a distinct insight into the rot that has gripped the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA). But none have…
Over the past week or so, I’ve noticed some of my well-placed friends, many of whom I deeply respect and who stood by me in trying times — squirming over my columns. They find my editorials “too harsh,” my views “too direct,” and my refusal to conform “too dangerous.” I’m not here to fault them….
Naushir Mehta’s Prescription to bring back the past glory MS Shanker In this continuing series on reviving Hyderabad cricket, we feature yet another stalwart — a man of both pedigree and performance, whose insights deserve serious consideration by those steering the ship of the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA). Naushir Mehta — or Noshir Mehta as…
As the nation mourns the brutal killing of 26 innocent Indians, anger and grief are giving way to a steely demand: act swiftly and decisively against the terrorists and their handlers across the border. The Narendra Modi government has vowed to do exactly that — and preparations are reportedly underway involving all three wings of…
One statement from Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Madhubani, Bihar — a bold warning that India would respond to Pakistan’s provocations “beyond their imagination” — has left Pakistan trembling. That’s understandable. A habitual rogue state getting called out and threatened with real consequences is enough to send its generals scurrying for cover. What’s not understandable…
This is a sincere appeal from many among India’s majority Hindu community, including me as a seasoned journalist who had seen and experienced the political evolution for the past four decades, not as adversaries, but as fellow citizens, as neighbours, and as people who share this ancient and diverse land. We write not to accuse…
At long last, the Indian Parliament has signalled that it will no longer play second fiddle to the judiciary when it comes to making laws. In a much-needed assertion of constitutional propriety, the Centre has made it abundantly clear to the Supreme Court: legislation is the sole prerogative of the Legislature, not a domain for…
The mask is off, the gloves are off—and so is the patience. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, known for his strategic silence, has finally thundered from the heartland of Bihar with a promise no Indian can afford to ignore: the bloodbath in Pahalgam will not go unpunished. Twenty-six innocent tourists—men, women, children—from different corners of India…
In the aftermath of the barbaric killing of 26 tourists in Pahalgam, the Indian government has responded not with impulsive bluster, but with strategic depth and restrained force—hallmarks of a confident, rising military power. While cynics hastily question whether mere diplomatic reprisals like suspending the Indus Waters Treaty or freezing visas are enough, they miss…
US Vice President JD Vance’s four-day visit to India marks a pivotal moment in the deepening of strategic and economic ties between the world’s two largest democracies. In an era marked by shifting global power equations and an intensifying US-China rivalry, Vance’s visit underscores Washington’s renewed focus on strengthening its alliance with New Delhi. On…
