Eminent legal luminary Harish Salve’s remarks have reignited the contentious debate over including the terms “secular” and “socialist” in the Indian Constitution’s Preamble. Speaking in an interview with Republic TV, Salve questioned the necessity of these additions, highlighting historical resistance from key drafters like Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and B.N. Rau. His assertions call for a…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s fiery conclusion to the two-day parliamentary debate on the Indian Constitution delivered a blistering critique of the Congress party’s track record. Armed with historical facts, Modi accused the party of systematically undermining the Constitution to cling to power during its 52 years of dominance. Modi’s 120-minute speech spared no one—from Jawaharlal…
The Modi-led NDA government, in a surprising show of tolerance (or amusement), has allowed a parliamentary debate on the Indian Constitution—an opposition-demanded spectacle spearheaded by none other than the Congress. The twist? Maximum speaking time has been granted to Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Vadra, grandchildren of the infamous “Emergency” architect, Indira Gandhi. Oh, the irony….
The behaviour of Opposition leaders in India’s Parliament has reached an unprecedented low, marking a concerning departure from the standards expected in the nation’s highest democratic institution. Recent actions by Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, alongside their allies, have not only undermined the dignity of parliamentary discourse but have also raised questions about…
India faces a critical juncture as it races against time to secure a spot in the World Test Championship final at Lord’s next year. With three matches left in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar series against Australia, every decision matters, including the role and form of its skipper, Rohit Sharma. One may wish to evaluate Rohit’s recent…
The second week of the Winter Session of Parliament has come to a standstill, raising critical questions about the balance between opposition rights and national priorities. While healthy debate and dissent are cornerstones of democracy, frequent disruptions that stall legislative proceedings appear to do more harm than good, especially when taxpayer money and pressing national…
The halls of the Indian Parliament reverberated with a new name this session: George Soros. The BJP, led by Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju and BJP President J.P. Nadda, accused the Congress party of links with Soros, an international financier often criticized for funding groups that challenge sovereign governments. Congress, predictably, cried foul, labeling the…
Bashar al-Assad’s dramatic exit from Syria on Sunday marked the conclusion of a 14-year struggle to retain control over a nation torn apart by a brutal civil war. His departure not only ends the Assad family’s decades-long rule but also underscores the shifting dynamics of regional and international power. Assad’s rise to power in 2000…
The decision to hike ticket prices for Pushpa 2: The Rule, with the government’s approval, has ignited a heated debate, shifting focus from the tragic stampede at its Hyderabad premiere. While accountability for the Sandhya Theatre incident remains crucial, the spotlight on exorbitant ticket prices raises pressing questions about the ethics of such increases and…
The question of whether Congress should relinquish leadership of the INDIA bloc to Mamata Banerjee, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) supremo, has gained momentum amid dissatisfaction within the bloc. Congress, once the backbone of the Opposition alliance, faces criticism for its inability to provide cohesive leadership. With murmurs of discontent among allies, Banerjee’s name has emerged…
