India’s healthcare system, despite significant strides in recent years, remains fragile and underprepared to handle the myriad health challenges it faces. The recent dengue outbreak in Manipur and the government’s initiative to combat anaemia through fortified rice highlight the ongoing struggles and the urgent need for a more robust healthcare infrastructure and medical research framework. […]
The recent announcement of the National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) at Lothal, Gujarat, is a commendable step towards preserving and celebrating India’s rich maritime history. This initiative, expected to generate around 22,000 jobs, promises economic benefits and aims to create the largest maritime heritage complex in the world. Such projects are crucial for reclaiming our […]
The Indian film industry, often celebrated for its diversity and cultural richness, stands at a crucial juncture. President Droupadi Murmu’s recent call for more women-led development in the industry is not just timely but essential. As she rightly pointed out, despite the industry’s vast output, the representation of women, both behind and in front of […]
The proposed auction of a 19th-century horned Naga skull in England has sparked outrage and calls for intervention from Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio. This incident is not just a matter of cultural insensitivity but a stark reminder of the atrocities committed during the era of Imperial Britain. The auction, which was set to take […]
The recent revelation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) regarding the NEET-UG paper leak scandal is a stark reminder of the deep-rooted issues plaguing our education system. The case, involving 144 aspirants who allegedly bought leaked question papers, highlights not only the vulnerabilities in the examination process but also the lengths to which individuals […]
The recent reprimand of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) by a special court in Ranchi over its handling of the probe into the construction of a mega-sports complex for the 34th National Games is a stark reminder of the critical need for accountability and transparency in public projects. The allegations of embezzlement and irregularities […]
The recent expulsion of ten individuals from R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital marks a significant step in addressing the deep-rooted issues of harassment and misconduct that have plagued the institution. This decisive action comes in the wake of the horrific rape and murder of a 31-year-old postgraduate trainee doctor on August 9, 2024, an […]
Frequent train disasters, often averted at the last moment, highlight a critical issue within the Indian Railways: mismanagement and miscommunication between departments. The recent incident in Uttar Pradesh’s Raebareli, where a loco pilot spotted a pile of soil dumped on the rail tracks, underscores the precarious nature of railway safety in India. This near-miss is […]
In a nation where corruption is a pervasive issue, the recent scandals involving the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) are particularly disheartening. These agencies, tasked with upholding the law and rooting out corruption, have themselves been tainted by the very malfeasance they are meant to combat. This irony not only undermines […]
The recent report by the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has sparked significant controversy, particularly in India. The report, which accuses India of increasing abuses against religious minorities, has been dismissed by the Indian Ministry of External Affairs as biased and politically motivated. A critical aspect that has come under scrutiny is […]