Special Reports
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy’s latest criticism of the University Grants Commission’s (UGC) draft guidelines, calling them an “attack on the Constitution,” strikes me as both illogical and unwarranted. His comments, however, have sparked a debate among intellectuals, prompting a closer analysis that reveals his claims lack both factual and constitutional basis. The new…
The phenomenon of religious conversions in Andhra Pradesh has reached a critical juncture, raising alarm over its implications for social harmony and national security. What was once perceived as an isolated religious choice has now transformed into a broader issue with far-reaching consequences. The activities of organizations involved in these conversions, especially those receiving foreign…
The unfortunate and tragic death of Mr. Sunil Bagga, a manager at Ola Cabs, occurred in the swimming pool of the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Mohali. This incident brought to light a troubling series of failures and mismanagement within the institution, exacerbated by fraud in appointments and regularization processes. These issues…
Emil Zatopek: The Locomotive Emil Zatopek, known for his eccentric genius, remains one of the greatest distance runners in history. Born in Kopřivnice, Czechoslovakia, Zatopek left an indelible mark on track and field with his revolutionary training methods and incredible achievements. Zatopek’s running was unmistakable—he panted, wheezed, and appeared visibly strained, earning him the nickname…
Though belated, we felt it was worth sharing this article today. Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose stood at the forefront of the Indian independence movement, playing a pivotal role in India’s freedom. His leadership and the threat of an army revolt shook the British Raj, ultimately forcing them to decide to leave India. It is ironic,…
Sukhwinder Singh, a 33-year-old attendant with the Placement Cell at NIPER S.A.S. Nagar (Mohali), has been missing since February 3, 2021. Employed through an outsourcing agency, Singh was a resident of Paprali village near Kurali, according to media reports. Despite a Daily Diary Report (DDR) being filed at Phase 11 Police Station in Mohali, the…
The recent episode of a stampede at a cinema hall in Hyderabad resulting in the tragic death of a woman and the fate of a child whose life hangs in suspended animation once again brings to the fore the role of cinema and the need for state intervention. That cinema has come to occupy a…
Santana Dharma preaches equality and there is no place for a caste system by birth or inheritance, clearly stated Bhagwat Geeta in 13th sloka of 4th chapter. Manustri was not religious scripture, it’s just an individual opinion on administration, which was misinterpreted and misused. Santana Dharma, commonly known as Hinduism, advocates for a society liberated…
T Vivek Welfare and democracy go hand in hand. The avowed objective of the state is to provide succour to the deprived and the needy. However, the government of the day is stretching itself beyond its means in utter disregard of the consequences. State governments are vying with each other in announcing what unmistakably looks…
Regularization as well as the appointment of Mr. Rajwinder Singh This case pertains to the hiring and subsequent regularization of Mr. Rajwinder Singh as the Head of the Computer Center. Initially, he was appointed for a tenure of two years at a lower pay scale, despite the advertisement specifying a five-year contract with a higher…
