Opinion

The Great Hindu Intellectualism

There was a time when Hindus were leading the world in science. Many people will challenge this assertion, but here is what the prominent medieval Muslim Arab scholar Sa’id ibn Ahmad al-Andalusi (1029-1070 ) wrote in his book Tabaqat al-‘umam, the earliest book on the history of science: “The first people in the world to […]

Our comfort, our crisis: How modern conveniences are heating up our planet

We often talk about sustainability and environmental protection, but our actions frequently contradict these ideals. When we engage in intrapersonal communication to understand the scenario, can we honestly say we've contributed positively?

Pakistan ready to trade, India cautious

Recently, newly-appointed Pakistani Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar suggested that his country should resume its trade with India that it suspended in August 2019 following Delhi’s revocation of Article 370 for Kashmir. Pakistan will “seriously examine” whether to restart trade with India, he said.

From Women’s Rights advocate to alleged abuser: Fall of Prajwal Revanna

Prajwal Revanna, Deve Gowda’s grandson and a member of the 17th Lok Sabha, representing Hassan Constituency, finds himself at the center of a storm. Accused of sexual assault and the unauthorized filming of numerous women, Prajwal’s actions starkly contrast with his grandfather's legacy of advocating for women's rights.

2024 Elections: High stakes of freebies vs fiscal responsibility

NEW DELHI:As the 2024 Lok Sabha elections is ongoing , the manifestos of India’s leading political parties lay bare the intricate web of electoral promises designed to captivate voters’ imaginations and, crucially, secure their votes. Among the most discussed elements of these manifestos are the array of “freebies” that parties propose, ranging from cash transfers […]