Special Reports
One must truly admire Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy for his breathtaking honesty. In an era where politicians have mastered the art of deception, here is a leader who lays bare uncomfortable truths—so much so that even his own party might wish he had a little more political finesse and a little less transparency….
U Lakshman Rao Ugadi marks the beginning of the new year for Telugu and Kannada communities. It is not just a calendar event but a significant transition in time and season. Falling in March or April, it aligns with the onset of spring—a season of rejuvenation, growth, and rebirth. Nature awakens from winter’s dormancy, with…
Wilma Rudolph was an American sprinter who triumphed over polio in her childhood, rising to become a world-record-holding champion and an international track-and-field icon. Her victories in the 1956 and 1960 Olympics cemented her legacy, and she made history as the first woman to win three gold medals in a single Olympic Games. Born into…
C Pradeep Kumar The judiciary in India is revered as the final protector of rights and liberties. But, reverence should not translate into unquestioned immunity. While judicial independence is non-negotiable, judicial accountability remains the missing cornerstone of our democratic structure. Beyond delays, recent incidents raising concerns about judicial integrity make systemic reforms more urgent than…
MS Shanker Cricket in Hyderabad boasts a rich legacy, dating back to the early 20th century when the game flourished under royal patronage. The city has produced some of India’s finest cricketers, bringing immense pride to the region. However, in the past few decades, Hyderabad’s cricketing fortunes have steeply declined, marred by corruption, favoritism, and…
On June 13, 2018, Dr. Raghuram Rao Akkinepally issued a charge sheet to Mr. PJP Singh Waraich. However, no inquiry was ever conducted regarding the charges. The charges listed in the sheet were only a glimpse of potential violations—had a formal inquiry been undertaken, much more could have been uncovered. This part highlights intentional delays…
Dr Buragadda Srinadh Millions of Indians are grappling with severe health issues linked to alcohol consumption, including cirrhosis, cancer, neurological disorders, heart disease, and alarming rates of premature deaths. These health crises not only cause emotional and financial distress for families but also hinder societal progress and national development. The economic burden of alcohol-related healthcare…
U Lakshman Rao Every child is born within the sacred petals of this divine lotus, Bharat, destined to acquaint itself with the profound wisdom of our ancient literature. The vastness of this literary heritage, its unparalleled model of transmitting knowledge across generations, stands as an extraordinary testament to human intellect. The exotic beauty of its…
C Pradeep Kumar In a country that upholds secularism and freedom of religion as constitutional ideals, the continued control of Hindu temples by state governments under various Endowments Acts is an anachronism and a constitutional anomaly. Enacted with the stated objective of streamlining temple administration and preventing mismanagement, these Acts have led instead to rampant…
Girja Shankar Dixit Few cricketers have left as lasting an impact on the game as Srinivas Venkataraghavan. A master of off-spin, his career was marked by skill, precision, and intelligence that placed him among the finest bowlers India has ever produced. His defining moment arrived at just 19 years old, when he claimed an extraordinary…
