Opinion

NEW DELHI: In a groundbreaking discovery, ISRO’s AstroSat has captured a never-before-seen nuclear explosion in the Andromeda galaxy, marking a significant milestone in space exploration. This discovery, led by a team from the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Bengaluru, has provided fresh insights into stellar phenomena and the dynamic life cycles of stars.   For […]

The recent findings by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) that 250 protected monuments are registered as Waqf properties have sparked a significant debate about heritage, ownership, and preservation. This revelation, which will be presented to the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) examining the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, underscores the intricate and often contentious relationship between […]

The recent revelation that over 550 letter rogatories (LRs) from Indian law enforcement agencies are pending with foreign jurisdictions is a stark reminder of the systemic delays plaguing India’s justice system. These judicial requests, essential for gathering evidence in various criminal cases, including terrorism, financial fraud, and cyber-crimes, are crucial for timely justice delivery. However, […]

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has recently proposed a set of transformative regulations aimed at revolutionizing higher education in India. These draft regulations, which allow students from any stream in Class 12 to pursue undergraduate programs of their choice and undergraduate students to join any postgraduate discipline, mark a significant departure from traditional disciplinary rigidities. […]

The recent revelations about traffic rule violation fines and the rising fatalities from road accidents in India present a paradox that demands urgent attention. According to the data shared by the government, 31 states and union territories collected a staggering Rs 12,632 crore in traffic violation fines between 2019 and 2024. Despite this significant revenue […]