Special Reports
Illegal immigration is a pressing issue that is reshaping demographics worldwide. In India, the impact is particularly pronounced in border states like Assam, West Bengal, and parts of the northeast. These regions have long grappled with the socio-economic and political effects of cross-border migration, especially from Bangladesh and Myanmar. India’s northeastern state of Assam has…
The political tussle in Telangana has reached fever pitch, with Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy signalling that K.T. Rama Rao (KTR), the working president of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), could face prison. This assertion, echoed by Congress leaders like Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy, highlights the charged atmosphere as both parties engage in a battle for…
Last week, a revelation that rocked my faith left me grappling with shock and sorrow. The spiritual leader I once held in high regard, Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, has stepped down amid the harrowing echoes of a sexual abuse scandal. It feels like a betrayal—not just of the Church, but of the trust we…
Barely a year into his term as Chief Minister of Telangana, Revanth Reddy finds himself grappling with serious corruption allegations under the AMRUT 2.0 (Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation) scheme. The accusations have been levelled by none other than KT Rama Rao (KTR), the working president of the opposition BRS (Bharat Rashtra Samithi),…
Despite initial aggressive posturing, the newly elected Congress government in Telangana, led by Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, appears to be slowing down on its plans to take legal action against former Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR) and his family. While the government has hinted at possessing incriminating evidence, especially concerning alleged financial misconduct…
The Telangana government’s recent decision to suspend 39 Telangana State Special Police (TGSP) personnel and dismiss 10 others has sparked intense discussion. This action, aimed at reinforcing discipline within the force, also brings longstanding grievances to the forefront—issues that demand a thorough understanding and decisive action. Forty-two years ago, as SP of Kurnool with additional…
The latest diplomatic tensions between the United States and India underscore the complexities of modern international relations, particularly in a multi-polar world where emerging economies assert their own interests. The U.S., traditionally a global leader in foreign policy influence, has attempted to leverage its position against India on sensitive issues related to Khalistani separatism. However,…
Telangana’s young Chief Minister, A. Revanth Reddy, has captured headlines with bold proclamations and ambitious promises, the most striking of which is his pledge to make the state a one-trillion-dollar economy. This declaration, however, comes amid a host of expensive schemes and fiscal challenges, raising serious questions about the feasibility of his vision. His promises,…
The Supreme Court of India is set to consider a plea for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) is the screaming headline in some newspapers. Given the circumstances and prior assurances from the central government, one might reasonably ask: is this judicial intervention necessary? Or is this merely another instance of political…
The recent encounter in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, has once again drawn sharp public attention to the issue of police encounters, reopening debates that often surface when such events occur. In this particular instance, a video released by the Uttar Pradesh police shows a wounded suspect confessing his involvement in a crime while pleading with the…
