Columnist M S Shanker, Orange News 9

Opposition Rhetoric or National Paralysis?

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…

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S M Krishna: Not many politicians held positions in state, central governments like he did

Bengaluru: Not many politicians may have held positions as Somanahalli Mallaiah Krishna — SMK to his friends and the inner circle — did in his political career spanning over five decades. Suave and sophisticated with outstanding academic credentials, Krishna played his part with aplomb as the chief minister in promoting the tech sector in Karnataka…

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Telangana Thalli: A Political Battleground

Our Political Desk The political landscape in Telangana has descended into a symbolic battlefield over “Telangana Thalli,” the mother figure of the state. This controversy highlights the underlying tensions between the ruling Congress and the Bharat Rashtra Samiti (BRS), with both parties leveraging cultural icons to assert their political narratives. The Telangana Thalli statue, introduced…

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Omar Abdullah reaffirms his govt’s support to revive J&K’s industrial sector

Jammu; Acknowledging the persistent challenges faced by the industrial sector in Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday reaffirmed his government’s commitment to supporting local industries in overcoming these difficulties. Abdullah also highlighted the positive impact of the now-defunct ‘Darbar Move’ on Jammu’s vibrancy, assuring people that the government will resume the practice…

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Soros Allegations Rock Parliament

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…

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Rama, Sita Meet King Before Exile

The next stage of Rama’s journey loomed with formidable resistance—an intricate tangle of emotions, convoluted arguments, irrelevant appeals, and soul-stirring exchanges. Rama, fully aware of these impending trials, resolved to transform these obstacles into opportunities, for it was his bounden duty to uphold his dharma. After completing acts of charity to the satisfaction of all…

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Increasing craving among youth for banned drugs

Recently, an investigation has revealed that the drug addiction epidemic, mostly affecting young men, is spreading across India. Drug abuse is a significant social and health issue in India. India’s diverse population, large youth demographics, and economic disparities contribute to the complex nature of drug abuse in the country. Changing cultural values, increased economic stress…

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