As the majority of India's population lives in rural areas, air pollution in these areas cannot be ignored, and pollution cannot be attributed solely to traffic exhaust, factory emissions, and constru

If our democracy still holds true to its constitutional promises, the Supreme Court must intervene to undo this grave wrong. After all, the apex court has a proud legacy of standing up for the rights

The Court further ordered that Chouhan be provided with the telephone numbers of the SHO and the beat constable of the area within whose territorial jurisdiction he lives. "As and when any message or

Christians in India face rising harassment, especially nuns accused of conversion while travelling. The Church must address this hostility with legal support, advocacy, and awareness initiatives. True

As a unique characteristic that reflects its harmonious coexistence of various cultures, languages, religions, and traditions across its vast geographical expanse, the country's 'unity in diversity' c

Buddhist monks protesting the Mahabodhi Temple's Brahmanisation is the story of the struggle between Buddhism's egalitarianism and Brahmanism's hierarchy, which seeks to suppress others and create pow

In a team sport like cricket, greatness is measured not only by individual excellence but also by other factors, such as leadership, that are integral to the success of a team. Tendulkar was an absolu

India faces a key moment where education can either bridge opportunity gaps or deepen inequality. While institutions like IITs showcase excellence, systemic neglect leaves millions behind. Reform dema

Those who died, died without knowing better, because experience and time may not have revealed the truth to them. But to you who have aged and still believe, take your blindfolds off, or one day you'l

Whatever may be your personal beliefs, your commitment is to protect the Constitution in all respects. And it mandates you to be just and fair to one and all—tribals, non-tribals, Christians, Muslims,

The Supreme Court, while quashing fake FIRs against conversion, citing procedural violations and lack of evidence, criticised the UP Police for conducting a mechanical and biased investigation, warnin

Pope Leo XIV's vision of peace, dialogue, and synodality resonates deeply with the needs of the Indian Church. Amid religious polarisation, internal conflict, and social injustice, Indian Catholics se

India's $4 trillion GDP milestone is impressive, but it hides deep inequalities. For millions still struggling to meet their basic needs, growth on paper means little. Real progress lies not in aggreg

On the 59th World Day of Social Communications, Pope Francis urges a disarmed, hope-filled approach to communication amid global turmoil. In India, where media freedom is eroding, Catholic communicato

The Pahalgam attack briefly united India, but the undercurrents are revealing widening chasms. While voices for peace like Prof. Ali Khan face arrest, hate speech by political leaders is normalised.

Bangladesh faces political instability, economic collapse, and regional tensions. The interim Yunus government struggles as the civil unrest deepens, relations with India sour and Islamist forces are

It's the same with success. "I want to shine!" we declare. Heaven obliges—with a few storms to test your waterproofing. And suddenly, we're ducking under tables, hiding from opportunity disguised as i

PM Modi's three-point doctrine emphasises zero tolerance for terrorism, a rejection of nuclear blackmail, and decisive responses to attacks. He would do well to draw parallels domestically. There must

The role played by the Brothers in evangelisation, education, and social upliftment cannot be overstated. I do not know how many people are aware that at least two Brothers are on the road to canonisa

Despite granting bail to Professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad, the Supreme Court imposed a gag order and bypassed questions of due process. The guardian of the Constitution must be more concerned that the sp

The Supreme Court must decide if India remains a true democracy. Stalin urges non-BJP states to unite legally against executive overreach, as the judiciary defends its role as guardian of the Constitu

Helen Bharde, without any high-flying degrees or even a respectable bank balance, has achieved more than most of us can ever dream of. With her sheer generosity, courage and enthusiasm, this one-woman

The Pahalgam killings deepened India's communal wounds, sparking Islamophobia, violence, and political posturing. While some Kashmiris showed humanity, the media and political narratives fueled divisi

We may be extraordinarily great in one field or the other. We may be experts in cheating others, but how long….

Scroll through social media today, and you'll find citizens second-guessing their own government, not out of disloyalty but because they've been bluffed one too many times. And so, we send a delegati

Despite war cries and chest-thumping, sustainable peace demands sober strategy, not jingoism. A single terror strike could trigger disaster. India must rise above provocation, avoid being hyphenated w

The Mahatma would be stoned today for speaking peace. In Modi's India, hate thrives, minorities suffer, and war is glorified. We've traded humanity for vengeance, justice for propaganda, and unity for

In an unprecedented move, President Murmu questioned the Supreme Court's authority to impose timelines on Governors. Despite a clear ruling mandating assent within three months, such an action reeks o

Union Bank's ?7.25 crore book purchase, bypassing board approval, has once again brought deep-rooted governance failures in public sector banks. Such incidents erode public trust, normalise flouting r

The Pollachi verdict delivers long-overdue justice, sentencing nine men to life. This judgment, welcomed by women across Tamil Nadu, underscores urgent societal reflection on safety, upbringing, and a

A newly elected pope's choice of name carries profound significance. It serves as his first message to the world and offers insight into his vision for the Church. By selecting a particular name, the

Pope Leo XIV's election signals hope for a progressive Church. He invokes Leo XIII's legacy of social justice and echoes Francis' inclusive reforms. His stance must challenge rising global fascism and

We swear by the Constitution, which promises freedom of speech, then muzzle journalists and newspapers and put citizens in jail, by calling them anti-nationals and 'urban Naxalites'- whatever that mea