The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC)’s decision to demand a ban on Kangana Ranaut’s film Emergency is as baffling as it is troubling. Labelling the movie as “anti-Sikh” appears to stem from its alleged reference to Indira Gandhi’s role in creating figures like Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale, a controversial figure who remains a polarizing chapter in…
Peace, though fragile, seems to be holding in Gaza as Hamas has agreed to a ceasefire and Israel’s hardline stance has softened—at least temporarily. However, the question arises: who deserves credit for this breakthrough? Outgoing President Joe Biden or incoming President Donald Trump? On the surface, it appears that President-elect Donald Trump’s unequivocal warning to…
India is undergoing a transformative journey under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, demonstrating remarkable growth across economic, military, and technological sectors. Contrary to baseless claims about inflation, unemployment, or alleged stagnation, the nation is making substantial strides towards its “Vikasit Bharat” vision, with milestones that prove its resilience and ambition. One such example is Prime…
The latest Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report has delivered a scathing critique of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government, accusing it of major irregularities in the now-scrapped Delhi Excise Policy. Coming just weeks before the February 5 assembly polls, the report places AAP in a precarious position, challenging its claims of good governance. Chief…
The history of India’s border infrastructure reveals a troubling pattern of negligence, particularly under successive Congress governments since independence. This lack of foresight and action has significantly disadvantaged Indian armed forces, especially along the Indo-China border, where China’s aggressive infrastructure development has long outpaced India’s efforts. A closer look at these lapses, juxtaposed with the…
Indian politics is a masterclass in theatrics, where alliances are as stable as a house of cards in a hurricane. While the much-hyped Congress-led Indian National Democratic Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc seems to be falling apart faster than a poorly glued pottery project, the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is basking in the glow of…
On February 1, 2025, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present her eighth Union Budget. The question on everyone’s mind—especially India’s middle class—is whether this budget will finally offer them significant relief. Despite their critical role in shaping the nation’s economy and society, the middle class has often been overlooked in budgetary priorities, their…
The unfortunate stampede incident that occurred around 8 PM on Wednesday night during the distribution of darshan tokens at Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) centres—Vishnu Nivasam, Srinivasam, and Padmavati Park—has left many questioning the causes. While overzealous devotees surged forward to secure tokens, the responsibility also partially lies with the local police and TTD officials, who…
Recent reports about China’s construction of a massive dam on the Brahmaputra River (called Yarlung Tsangpo in Tibet) have sparked significant concern in India. Experts warn that such a project could pose serious threats to downstream regions, particularly Arunachal Pradesh and Assam in India, and even neighboring Bangladesh. Calls for immediate diplomatic engagement with China…
With the Election Commission announcing the schedule for the Delhi Assembly elections, the stage is set for an intense political contest. Polling is scheduled for February 5, with counting and results to follow on February 8. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is poised to leverage its momentum from the 2024 Lok Sabha elections as it…
