Refer to ‘Booming gun trade’; the editorial highlights gross negligence by the authorities that is fuelling the proliferation of illegal arms in India. This enormous gun business thrives on the connivance of criminals with the police and politicians. Resolute enforcement...
Refer to ‘NCR’s choking reality’; as many as 30 million people are forced to live in a gas chamber-like situation, akin to smoking 50 cigarettes per day — cutting life expectancy by seven years. It’s a health emergency where people...
Apropos of ‘White elephants’; to bring loss-making hotels out of financial distress, several strategic measures can be considered by the Himachal Government. The state can invite private players to manage or co-own these properties, which would bring in professional expertise,...
With reference to ‘Cracks in AAP’; the editorial lays bare the deepening cracks within the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), underscored by Kailash Gahlot’s resignation ahead of the Delhi polls. The resignation of leaders like Rajendra Gautam and sidelining of veterans...
Apropos of ‘Ragging scar’; despite the Supreme Court’s stringent anti-ragging guidelines and a zero-tolerance policy, ragging remains a pervasive issue, leaving lasting physical and psychological scars on students. Despite punitive action against those responsible, it is clear that legal measures...
With reference to ‘Opportunity for SAD’; Sukhbir Singh Badal’s resignation could be seen as an opportunity for the SAD to re-evaluate and revamp its leadership and strategy. It may pave the way for a new leader to take the reins,...
Refer to ‘Gurpurb lessons for Centre, Punjab’ (The Great Game); it is surprising that Sunil Jakhar and Capt Amarinder Singh have started feeling disillusioned with their party. The reason is most probably that their roles in the BJP have not...
Refer to the article ‘Trump’s America must stand up to China’s aggression’; the Permanent Court of Arbitration at Hague, convened under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), ruled in favour of the Philippines in the...
With reference to the article, ‘Why lessons of 1962 war should still hold good’; when the lessons of the Mahabharata are still relevant, there is a lot to learn from the 1962 India-China war as well because of Beijing’s expansionist...
Refer to ‘Inflated BPL data?’; the sudden jump in the number of families in Haryana below the poverty line is quite worrisome. The data reveals 44 per cent increase in just two years. Such an exponential increase in poverty runs...
Apropos of ‘Beyond the boundary’; India’s decision to avoid going to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 may force the host to withdraw from the event. This situation could lead to further souring of the strained relations with the...
With reference to ‘Adopt firmer stance’; Justin Trudeau’s acknowledgment of Khalistan supporters in Canada comes off as a desperate move amid his sinking electoral prospects. The Canadian government’s decision to scrap its fast-track visa policy and its inability to control...
With reference to ‘Loving to hate Modi & Trump too much’ (The Great Game); Trump has made a stunning comeback as the US President. American people want him to stop the prolonged war between Ukraine and Russia, restore peace in...
With reference to ‘Shielding children’; the ill effects of social media platforms on the physical and mental health of people, particularly youngsters, are well-known. Various countries have tried to restrict access to harmful content in order to safeguard children. But...
Refer to ‘SC’s balancing act’; the landmark ruling underscores that while some privately held resources could potentially fall under the category of “material resources of the community” , each case requires a careful assessment on merit. Only resources that are...
Apropos of ‘Boost to madrasas’; one aspect of the Supreme Court judgment not covered in the editorial is that the state government can ‘regulate’ madrasa education to make it broad-based, thus enabling their students to coexist meaningfully in a multi-religious...
With reference to ‘Pollution crackdown’; the decision to hold both farmers and officers accountable for stubble burning is a commendable step by the government. Through such initiatives, it is evident that the government is not only eyeing immediate enforcement but...
Refer to ‘India’s TB crisis’; the growing incidence of tuberculosis in India is a serious concern. We have effective drugs to treat the disease. Still, the number of cases is increasing abnormally in India. The drugs meant to treat TB...
Refer to ‘Mid-air mess in HP’; the death of two paragliders on the eve of the World Cup in Himachal Pradesh is a sad reflection on the safety measures being taken in the sport. The government needs to frame strict...
Apropos of ‘Senior citizens’ care’; the expansion of the PM-JAY scheme is a landmark decision. Some state governments should not politicise this move and deprive senior citizens of its benefits. Taxpayers and senior citizens used to complain that there were...
With reference to ‘SC relief for doctors’; this judgment will go a long way in relieving doctors of the immense stress they face. The failure of a surgical procedure and its consequences in the form of violence or litigation put...
Apropos of ‘Paddy predicament’; it is unfortunate that farmers are being tormented by the Central and state governments, which are running away from the huge promises made by them. Farmers have to bear the brunt of the ill-will between the...
Refer to ‘Tit-for-tat strike’; attacks and counter- attacks in West Asia have been common since decades. But the present escalation has serious implications for many countries. This has put India in a fix for various reasons. The ruling dispensation has...
Refer to ‘Amarinder stirs the Punjab pot (The Great Game); Capt Amarinder Singh is a well-read politician who is deeply conversant with the socio-economic problems of Punjab. He is the only surviving stalwart in state politics who knows the pulse...
With reference to ‘Maharashtra battle’; the prolonged deliberations on seat-sharing among the MVA constituents are an inevitable part of a coalition arrangement where there are conflicting interests. The MVA has almost succeeded in working out a mutually acceptable formula. In...
With reference to ‘Paddy pangs’; despite being aware of the dire situation due to continuous overexploitation of groundwater for the cultivation of paddy, the governments of Punjab and Haryana seem to be unconcerned. No efforts have been made by the...
Apropos of ‘Wait and watch’; the agreement on patrolling along the LAC, reached between India and China, is a welcome development. However, going by its track record, China is in the habit of not respecting and following agreements in letter...
Refer to ‘Ganderbal shocker’; the killing of APCO Infratech workers by Pakistan-based militant outfit People’s Anti-Fascist Front is the first terror attack on a key infrastructure project in the Kashmir valley. This attack, which came days after the new government...
Refer to ‘Kiwis fly high’; India’s shocking defeat in the Bengaluru Test to New Zealand should not impact the team’s decision-making in the rest of the current season. It’s important to try and make a comeback under pressure. It’s about...
With reference to ‘The blood on America’s hands’ (The Great Game), the US is ok with certain Canadians of Indian origin rooting for Khalistan. The suffering caused by extremists is best defined by an Urdu couplet, “Bud khaslaton ko rakhta...
