Hope, peace and Manipur The visit by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Manipur, his first since the ethnic clashes, carries deep significance for a State that is scarred by violence and displacement. Mr. Modi’s emphasis on dialogue reflects the only path forward — one based on mutual respect and understanding. However, true reconciliation requires more … Read more
In a manner akin to a stealth operation, the Government of India pushed the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill 2025 in Parliament as the monsoon session drew to a close. This Bill outlawed online real money games while aiming to promote the growth of e-sports and online social games. The Bill was rushed … Read more
The recent survey of saltwater crocodiles in the Sundarban Biosphere Reserve is a notable advance for conservation in India. The census indicates a rise in overall numbers and demographic diversity, implying an ecological success that is also a marker of how wildlife law and conservation policy are gradually moving beyond their fixation on a handful … Read more
(This is the latest edition of the Political Line newsletter curated by Varghese K. George. The Political Line newsletter is India’s political landscape explained every week. You can subscribe here to get the newsletter in your inbox every Friday.) In an earlier edition of Political Line (PL), I had touched upon how Bollywood cinema has evolved over time, … Read more
The whirling dervishes belong to the Mevlevi Order, a mystical branch of Islam founded in the 13th century by Rumi’s followers after his death in 1273. | Photo Credit: Getty Images While watching the 2008 movie Jodhaa Akbar, I could not grasp the choreography accompanying the Sufi song Khwaja mere Khwaja. Years later, in Istanbul, … Read more
Whether in professional or personal space, silence holds more value than empty chatter. | Photo Credit: Getty Images Silence is not merely the lack of noise; it embodies the presence of comprehension and respect for community. Silence carries deep meaning. Indeed, it serves as a refuge where thoughts can settle and clarity arises. In a … Read more
Low representation at workplaces and domestic pressures compels women to settle for less. | Photo Credit: Getty Images India celebrates rising female literacy and record numbers of women entering higher education. Yet, many women, mostly in small towns, are employed in jobs that do not give full play to their potential, while some others do … Read more
While short cuts might provide temporary gain, in the long run, they do not offer true satisfaction or peace of mind. | Photo Credit: Getty Images On critically analysing the root causes of scams, accidents, and unethical activities, one common reason stands out: people resorting to shortcuts involving corruption, unlawful acts, and greed without adhering … Read more
One morning in a Class 2 EVS classroom in the Garo Hills, the teacher opened the textbook to a chapter about the “lion’s den” and “a baby camel”. The children listened politely, but their faces revealed confusion. Lions and camels were creatures they had never seen — not in their forests, not in their stories. … Read more
