The tragic stampede at New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday night, claiming 18 lives, is yet another stark reminder of India’s chronic inability to manage large crowds at transport hubs. While the Kumbh Mela is being cited as the primary reason for the overcrowding, the reality is that such situations are neither new nor unpredictable….
The recent interview of former Chief Justice of India, Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, with the BBC and other Western media outlets has stirred significant debate, drawing criticism from renowned jurist Harish Salve. Salve, known for his legal acumen and international standing, has raised concerns over the former CJI’s decision to discuss judicial verdicts, particularly the abrogation…
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent two-day visit to the United States, at the invitation of President Donald Trump, was widely acknowledged as a diplomatic success. Even Modi’s staunch critics, including Congress leader Shashi Tharoor, found merit in the trip, triggering surprise and speculation. The praise from US media giants like The New York Times…
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar rightly called out Congress and other Opposition leaders for misleading claims about the CBI Director selection and the Election Commissioners process, although he did not mention the latter. At issue is the push to include the Chief Justice of India (CJI) in the three-member panel—a move that raises serious concerns about…
The Congress party, which frequently claims sole credit for India’s independence while questioning the BJP’s role in the freedom struggle, now finds itself under scrutiny for alleged links with foreign entities hostile to India. After allegations against Sonia Gandhi’s ties to billionaire George Soros—who has been accused of destabilizing democracies—the latest name to emerge is…
Some stories are too incredible—until they happen. Gongadi Trisha’s meteoric rise in women’s cricket is one such tale. From picking up a bat at just two-and-a-half years old to making history on the world stage, her journey has been nothing short of spectacular. Trisha’s cricketing odyssey began almost before she could walk properly. By the…
Kumbh Mela, one of the world’s largest religious gatherings, has historically been a sacred event where millions of Hindus converge at the Triveni Sangam—the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati—for a ritualistic dip believed to cleanse them of sins. However, in the current socio-political climate of India, this grand event is taking…
In a surprise move ahead of the Opposition’s no-confidence motion, Manipur Chief Minister Biren Singh resigned on Sunday. While many political analysts believe the BJP government had no choice but to step down, others, including myself, see it as a strategic decision rather than a forced one. The prevailing situation can be interpreted both ways,…
India captain Rohit Sharma once again proved his mettle with the bat, delivering a commanding century in the second ODI against England in Cuttack on Sunday (February 9). His blistering knock not only anchored India’s innings but also silenced his critics, reaffirming his status as one of the finest ODI batters in history. With this…
The BJP’s emphatic victory in the Delhi Assembly elections has set the stage for a major political shake-up. In his post-election address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi made it clear that his newly elected party’s state government would table the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report in the first assembly session and take action against those…
