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The decision by the Bharatiya Janata Party-led Assam government to issue arms licences to “eligible” indigenous communities in remote and vulnerable areas in the State is fraught with danger. The State government seems to suggest that indigenous communities living in the border areas abutting Bangladesh are vulnerable and that armed licences would be a deterrent … Read more
Universities are facing an unprecedented challenge. While in India the challenge has been growing over the last three decades, in the United States, it has erupted since President Donald Trump took office in January 2025. The challenge has been growing elsewhere too as society’s expectations from universities are changing. The Trump administration is freezing $3.2 … Read more
This isolation is not just a byproduct of the profession; it is a deeply ingrained aspect of the role of a judge. | Photo Credit: SREEJITH R. KUMAR The life of a serving judge is often cloaked in an aura of dignity and authority, but beneath this exterior lies a profound solitude that few outside the judiciary … Read more
The main tool that the personal bubble is created with is the revered earpiece. | Photo Credit: Getty Images The walkers’ morning routine begin only after they firmly don their headphones or earphones. As soon as the gadgets are on, a virtual bubble is formed with the song defining its boundary. As they hit the … Read more
Parents are concerned about their children’s dependence on screens, noting difficulty in maintaining eye contact and meaningful conversations. | Photo Credit: Getty Images In today’s digital age, smartphones have become an integral part of life, transforming family communication, especially among adolescents. With India’s adolescent population reaching 253 million, understanding how digital media influences their relationships … Read more
Hands that were put to useful skills once are now mostly engaged in browsing the phone. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto I am a senior citizen, aged 65 and retired. I am in a WhatsApp group, essentially meant to stay connected with old friends. All my friends are of my age, and many older to … Read more
A simple greeting can lead to a joyful conversation. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto Even in the rush of routines, it’s the unplanned moments that bring us joy. You’re on a train journey, and the person sitting opposite you asks, “Excuse me, which station are you getting off at?” That simple question sparks a conversation. … Read more
I belong to a generation born in the early sixties, a time of great social and cultural change. Those of us born in the fifties and sixties find ourselves at a crossroads, perplexed by the rapid pace of transformation in the world around us. We are a unique breed, having spent our formative as well … Read more
With increasing data usage, the Internet market has grown from around 250 million to 974 million subscribers, says Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region (DONER) Jyotiraditya Scindia. Stressing on the role of innovation and investment, Mr. Scindia discusses the potential of India’s telecom industry and the way ahead for improving connectivity. Edited … Read more
