Why is the BJP scared of facing voters in Kashmir?
PM Narendra Modi said the abrogation of Article 370 has paved the way for development in Kashmir. So, why is the BJP shying away from fielding any candidates in the Valley?
- Harinder Baweja
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Prosecutor who sent Kasab to death on why he's fighting polls
The BJP has fielded lawyer Ujjwal Nikam from the Mumbai North Central seat, replacing sitting MP Poonam Mahajan. Nikam, best known for his role as special public prosecutor in the 26/11 accused Ajmal Kasab case, says national security is his top priority in this election
- Alka Dhupkar
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Will BJP make it a hat-trick of clean sweeps in Gujarat?
Modi’s home state is likely to deliver big for BJP again, despite Rajput angst & Congress retrying KHAM. But will the wins be as big as 2019?
Is ‘the West’ worth saving? Is the idea delusional?
There’s hand-wringing on everything from Ukraine to Israel. A realistic take would show where others see hypocrisy, Western countries perceive virtue. That won’t work anymore
India's young workforce conquers global blue-collar jobs
Plumbers to painters, butchers to bouncers, carpenters to coconut pickers — name a blue-collar job in rich countries, and chances are it’s being done by a young Indian. Here’s the why, the how and the who of the new immigration story
Has Mumbai beaten Surat in battle of diamond bourses…for now?
The Surat Diamond Bourse has struggled to get diamond traders to move from Mumbai. Here’s why it may not get any easier immediately.
What's gone horribly wrong with US college admission system
Applicants have more anxiety than ever. Elite schools have more power than ever. Something had to give.
- New York Times
Why India must ignore western outrage over ‘plot’ to kill Pannun
Had Operation Pannun not failed, the matter would have been forgotten in the US since pro-Khalistan Sikhs are relatively insignificant there
Why the answer to AAP’s poll song should be a song not a ban
Corruption charges are common in politics. The difference today is that draconian laws, notably on money laundering and unlawful activities, are being used to jail foes without bail. BJP calls this effective enforcement. Opposition parties call it vendetta
ND Tiwari to Gopal Kanda: Why sex scandals don’t hurt politicians
As another scandal rocks Karnataka, a look back at how such exposés have played out in the past
Waxing is waning: The women who are happy to be hairy
The trolling of a UP topper shows how deep the stigma around facial and body hair is. But some women are learning to live with, and love their fuzz
- Ketaki Desai
- TNN
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What Neena Gupta regrets most, and other secrets from Bollywood’s rebel actor
Neena Gupta, renowned actor and author, candidly reflects on her career, life, and regrets, offering insightful perspectives and anecdotes.
- Vinita Dawra Nangia
- Times Network
Did RAW use gang members to bump off Nijjar in Canada?
India’s external spy agency has long been accused of tapping into criminal networks to carry out operations in South Asia. Is the agency now doing similar operations in the West?
- Mujib MashalSuhasini Raj
- New York Times
Bhagwad Gita As It Is - chapter 1 verses 5-8 by Shyamananda Das
Duryodhan strategizes on the Kurukshetra battlefield, acknowledging warriors on both sides, aiming to win the war by honoring social order.
- Shyamananda Das
- The Speaking Tree
Theyyam - Ordinary people who become gods
Experience the divine through Theyyam - from community, spirituality, to sacrifice. Three tales intertwine tradition, faith, and legacy.
- Disney Tom
- Times Network
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Modiphobia triggers Western media meltdown ahead of 2024 polls
Ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha election, sections of the Western media have thoughtlessly attacked Indian democracy, in the process damaging their own credibility
- Minhaz Merchant
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Why is BJP hell-bent on blaming Muslims for India’s population growth?
PM Modi’s controversial statements at a public meeting in Rajasthan, where he referred to Indian Muslims as ‘those who have a large number of children’, is not only far from the truth, but a bogey that routinely rears its head
- Hasan Suroor
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
‘India could become a weak electoral democracy...that’s my worry’
Eminent political scientist Suhas Palshikar explains the challenges Opposition parties face in taking on the BJP in spite of many of their leaders being jailed
- Alka DhupkarArun George
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Gaza protests: For Indian students in US, stakes are much higher
Aware that suspension or arrest could put their hard-earned scholarships and visas at risk, many are wary of joining in
- Sneha Bhura
- TNN
The sage whose rage dried the Saraswati
Atharva Veda is the collection of hymns containing spells for helping, healing and even hurting, composed by the Rishi who was generally excluded from the list of Seven Sages (Sapta Rishi): Atharva, Angirasa and Bhrigu.
Bhagwad Gita As It Is - chapter 1 verse 4 by Shyamananda Das
Duryodhan warns Dronacharya of Pandav's formidable warriors and their vows for revenge in the Bhagwad Gita, inciting him for battle.
- Shyamananda Das
- The Speaking Tree
When in doubt, take a leaf from nature
Exploring how ancient poets expressed grief and found solace in nature through their timeless verses.
- Times News Network
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
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Are the good times over for Indians seeking a better life abroad?
If you are dreaming of a cosy life abroad for your ward or looking to shift overseas yourself, exercise caution. The grass may no longer be greener on the other side
- Sanket Dhanorkar
- THE ECONOMIC TIMES
No jobs, no future: In Canada, drugs are Indian students’ last resort
The grim reality of hefty education loans and joblessness in the land they once hoped would offer prosperity has ensnared numerous Indian students in Canada in a vicious cycle of cocaine, marijuana and liquor as a coping mechanism for unemployment-induced stress
Amid AAP’s worst crisis, why is Kejriwal’s close aide Raghav Chadha missing?
The AAP leader has been conspicuous by his absence at a time when his party colleagues are battling a political storm triggered by Arvind Kejriwal’s arrest by ED in the liquor policy case
- Abhishek Dey
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Sitapur toppers and fall of state boards in India
State board toppers from small towns are undoubtedly good students, but there is a factor beyond their control that’s helping them stand out
- Mohita TewariBhavika JainManash Pratim Gohain
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Bhilar: Where homes are public libraries
Bhilar's Village of Books, with over 35k titles in 35 homes, attracts visitors and promotes literature. The concept expands to other villages in Maharashtra, fostering community development and cultural exchange through home libraries.
- Swatee Kher
- Times Network
The neta-janata divide
Politicians, always looking for a better deal in a tough profession, don’t want to be pinned down by ideology. It’s people who tend to acquire ideological convictions. That explains a lot of politics
Rahul Gandhi gets it right this time
It was strategically smart for him to choose ‘safer’ Rae Bareli over Amethi. A win in UP will give him a chance at reviving Congress in the state. It signals serious long-term intent
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Modiphobia triggers Western media meltdown ahead of 2024 polls
Ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha election, sections of the Western media have thoughtlessly attacked Indian democracy, in the process damaging their own credibility
- Minhaz Merchant
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Why Islam cannot be secular…it was never meant to be
For Muslims, Islam regulates all aspects of life from birth until death, including the political sphere. So, detaching religion from the public space will always be a non-starter for believers
- Hasan Suroor
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
You spent 10 years in jail for nothing. Who should pay for it?
Former DU professor GN Saibaba spent nearly a decade in prison before the Bombay HC said the prosecution has failed to link him to any crime. But there is no recourse for him to claim compensation for all the pain and suffering
- Sunil Baghel
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
RG's Manoj Parab marches door to door with one message: Let me be voice of change
Revolutionary Goan Party challenges established players in Goa's elections with anti-migrant, pro-Goan stance, aiming for state governance
- Bindiya ChariNewton Sequeira
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Is bagging Surat and Indore seats before polls really a win for BJP?
This is not the last time that the issue of ‘elected unopposed’ is going to surface during elections. Every party, especially the BJP, would do well by refraining from cheering those who plotted the sequence of events in Surat and Indore as it bores ill for the functioning of democracy
- Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay
- TIMESOFINDIA.COM
Why Biden called India "xenophobic" and can it affect India-US ties
The comments have the potential to be a diplomatic irritant for the Biden administration. The White House spokesperson said Biden was trying to make a comment about America’s immigrant “DNA”, not insult other countries
- Michael D Shear
- New York Times
Bhagwad Gita As It Is - chapter 1 verse 3 by Shyamananda Das
In the Bhagwad Gita, Duryodhan warns Dronacharya against showing leniency in battle, highlighting their complex history and motivations.
- Shyamananda Das
- The Speaking Tree
Why US campus protests may end up helping Trump get elected
In the 1960s, Republicans were quick to use the excesses of the student protest movement against the war in Vietnam to their advantage. This year, history could repeat itself
- David Brooks
- New York Times
Once derided as an expensive mistake, this Zomato bet is having a dream run
Zomato acquired Blinkit for $568mn in 2022. Last week, Goldman Sachs valued Blinkit at $13bn. In terms of per-share valuation, the brokerage is valuing Zomato at ₹98 and Blinkit at ₹119. Zomato’s current market cap is $20bn. But does that make Zomato stock attractive?
- Priyanka Salve
- THE ECONOMIC TIMES
13-year-old defies 45 fractures, fate to script dream TT success story
Her bones may break, but the spirit is unbreakable. Suffering from Brittle Bone Disease, each day is a challenge for Vijaya. But that hasn't stopped her from realising her dreams
- Shiva Gundra
- TNN
‘I had nightmares of headless soldiers walking down Kargil peaks’
Lt Col (retd) Sada S Peter, who was a battery commander of the Rocket Regiment, recollects his days and nights at the Kargil war — and his battle for sanity thereafter
- A Ragu Raman
- TNN
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