Whenever petrol and diesel prices rise in the country, governments, officials, and politicians suddenly become concerned about “fuel savings.” Messages begin to air on TV channels, advertisements appear in newspapers, and public platforms urge the public to stop unnecessary vehicle use, adopt carpooling, travel shorter distances on foot, and conserve fuel in the national interest….
In a developing country like India, education has always been considered the most important tool for nation-building. We often say that youth are the future of the country, that education is the backbone of society, and that knowledge is the foundation of development. But when we examine the practical situation, the picture is different. Ironically,…
“In this race for marks, childhood became sad. The cloak of hope weighed heavy on the shoulders.” In a developing country like India, education has always been considered a means of respect and progress. Education not only provides knowledge but also provides understanding of life, social awareness, and direction for a better future. However, over…
The Supreme Court’s remarks have sparked a new debate on marriage, equality, and women’s freedom. The recent observation by the Supreme Court of India is not merely a legal observation, but a historic message challenging the deeply ingrained mindset in Indian society that often limits a woman’s identity after marriage to her husband, family, and…
When hard work starts losing, and leak culture starts winning These days, the atmosphere surrounding the NEET exam is as if a web series full of mystery and thriller has been released. Every day, a new revelation, a new character, and a new story emerge. Some are saying that the question paper was circulating in…
The ever-rising debt-to-GDP ratio of Indian states is no longer just an economic indicator but a serious warning for the country’s financial stability and cooperative federalism. Public debt in most states has risen sharply over the past few years. Revenue deficits, populist schemes, weak tax collection systems, and off-budget borrowings have weakened state finances. The…
Greedy owners extract milk and leave them to shovel in the garbage A horrifying scene is becoming commonplace in almost every city, big or small, in India—cows searching for food in garbage heaps, calves swallowing plastic, animals wandering the streets, and a population struggling with filth. On one hand, society worships the cow as “mother,”…
Don’t the children and teachers feel hot? India is currently experiencing a severe heatwave. Temperatures are setting new records every year. The Meteorological Department regularly issues heatwave warnings. People are avoiding leaving their homes. Coolers and air conditioners have become commonplace in government offices, private companies, banks, malls, and large institutions. An air-conditioned environment is…
The deaths of sanitation workers show that casteism is still alive. Indian cities today appear divided into two images. One is of gleaming roads, smart city projects, sprawling malls, and cleanliness campaigns, while the other is of heaps of garbage, stinking drains, overflowing sewers, and people wading through them. Unfortunately, society often avoids seeing the…
Factless reporting in the game of views weakens public trust In today’s digital age, the flow of information has become faster and more widespread than ever before. Smartphones and cheap internet have given everyone a platform for expression. While this is a positive sign for democracy, it also poses serious challenges. Especially when some people,…
