In India’s federal structure, where democracy often runs on the wheels of party politics, the office of the Governor plays an underappreciated yet crucial role. While the real executive power in a state rests with the Council of Ministers headed by the Chief Minister, the Governor is no mere ceremonial figure. The constitutional framework vests…
In a landmark development that marks a major diplomatic and legal victory for India, Tahawwur Rana—the man accused of playing a key role in the deadly 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks—will finally face Indian justice. After years of legal wrangling and international coordination, the U.S. Supreme Court has refused to entertain Rana’s plea against extradition, clearing…
In a country where politicians can lie on national television without consequence, where conspiracy theories pass for prime-time news, and where entire chapters of history are either whitewashed or deleted depending on who’s in power—why, pray, is a decades-old memoir by a long-dead secretary still banned? Yes, we’re talking about M.O. Mathai’s Reminiscences of the…
Every time Asaduddin Owaisi opens his mouth, the word ‘Samvidhan’ (Constitution) makes a cameo — almost like a catchphrase in a B-grade political drama. It’s getting repetitive, tiresome, and frankly, insulting to anyone with even a basic understanding of the Indian Constitution. Owaisi, the AIMIM chief and Hyderabad MP, seems to have assumed the dual…
In the rapidly evolving political landscape of a “new Bharat,” the Congress party’s Gandhi siblings—Rahul and Priyanka—are increasingly finding themselves irrelevant. Their party’s stance on the recent Waqf Board Amendments Bill has triggered not just political backlash but also a rare show of discontent from multiple minority communities, especially in Kerala. The Waqf Board Amendments…
With the passage of the Waqf Bill in both Houses of Parliament by a comfortable majority—including support from BJP allies and certain of getting the Presidential nod to become a law soon—it is now up to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure its effective implementation. The focus must shift to reorganizing the Waqf Board, appointing…
Once again, speculation about Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s retirement has resurfaced. Opposition leaders such as Shiv Sena’s Sanjay Raut and Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav appear more anxious about Modi’s future than even his party members. Their concern stems from a political reality—they believe their survival hinges on his continued leadership. With the BJP continuing…
The Indian Opposition often presents itself as a champion of secularism. However, its consistent resistance to legislative reforms that benefit all minority communities raises questions about its broader commitment to inclusivity. A prime example is the opposition to the Waqf Board Amendments Bill, set to be introduced in the Lok Sabha. While this bill aims…
A storm is brewing at the University of Hyderabad, one of India’s premier institutions, after police detained dozens of students protesting land clearing near Mushroom Rock. The students allege arbitrary arrests and a forceful police intrusion into academic spaces. With four earthmovers deployed and a heavy police presence, the confrontation quickly escalated. At the heart…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s decision to attend the birth anniversary of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) founder Dr. Keshav Baliram Hedgewar at the organization’s headquarters in Nagpur has triggered a fresh wave of political controversy. The opposition’s visceral reaction is neither surprising nor new, given its long-standing obsession with the RSS. However, the outrage is both…
