The northeastern state of Manipur has been engulfed in ethnic violence for the past 21 months. With the recent resignation of BJP Chief Minister N. Biren Singh, there is a renewed sense of hope for peace. However, the imposition of President’s Rule raises questions about whether it is a temporary administrative measure or a strategic…
The Revanth Reddy-led Congress government in Telangana is treading a fine line in handling minority issues, particularly concerning the Muslim community. Unlike its Karnataka counterpart, Revanth’s administration has adopted a more measured approach. However, pressure is mounting on him to pass a resolution in the upcoming assembly session opposing the Waqf Amendments Bill, which has…
The Dravidian movement, spearheaded by figures like Periyar and later consolidated by leaders such as C.N. Annadurai and M. Karunanidhi, has long been associated with strong resistance to Hindi and opposition to Brahminical dominance. While pride in Tamil culture and heritage is understandable, I, as a political analyst, feel that Dravidian parties have indeed often…
The Trump administration’s decision to reveal and cancel controversial USAID funding has triggered a political storm in India. The administration has scrapped a $21 million grant allegedly allocated for “increasing voter turnout in India,” calling it a “kickback scheme.” President Donald Trump’s remarks questioning the rationale behind such expenditures have reignited debates over foreign influence…
MS Shanker Hyderabad cricket, once a powerhouse producing top-tier players, is now a shadow of its former self. In previous articles, we identified the root causes behind the decline in standards. One major factor is the ineffective leadership within the Hyderabad Cricket Academy. Despite being an accomplished cricketer, Vijay Mohan Raj has failed to deliver…
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has introduced a set of draft regulations aimed at transforming higher education in India. These proposed guidelines emphasize flexibility, inclusivity, and modernization. Key reforms include biannual admissions, multiple entry and exit points, discipline-agnostic eligibility, and flexible attendance requirements. Additionally, the draft regulations propose a radical shift in teacher recruitment by…
In a rare moment of candor, Donald Trump has openly admitted what India has long suspected—the United States, through USAID, has been interfering in India’s internal affairs. This revelation rips the mask off Washington’s so-called commitment to democracy and exposes the deep state’s insidious operations against sovereign nations. For years, India has been grappling with…
In recent times, political discourse in India has hit a new low, with opposition leaders resorting to inflammatory and divisive rhetoric. Two striking examples illustrate this trend: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s derogatory remarks about the Mahakumbh Mela and the Congress party’s offensive characterization of the newly appointed Chief Election Commissioner. The desperation of…
The Narendra Modi-led NDA government on Monday appointed Gyanesh Kumar as the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) following the retirement of the incumbent. This move, though entirely by the law, has been met with unwarranted opposition from the Congress party, which has labelled it a “hasty decision.” However, a closer look at the facts reveals that…
The Trump administration’s recent decision to cut funding for the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has sparked a heated debate, especially after billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk revealed that $21 million had been allocated for increasing voter turnout in India. The move to freeze USAID funds and restructure the agency aligns with Trump’s broader…
