The responses The Prime Minister’s message at a rally in Bihar and later, in his Mann Ki Baat, is loud and precise on fighting terrorism. India’s initial and measured responses are absolutely resolute. Though there have been punitive strikes by India which did establish some deterrence, the Pahalgam massacre seems to indicate an erosion in…
India’s responses The Pahalgam incident is tragic. There has to be a full-fledged inquiry and the persons responsible punished. However, there needs to be focus on some of India’s retaliatory measures; for example, to send away Pakistanis who have come to India for treatment and, in some cases, asking Pakistanis who have been living in…
Now, action All the steps taken by India in its anger to punish Pakistan could turn out to be double-edged swords. India cannot take back the areas under the occupation of Pakistan (PoK) without unleashing a war which could end up with catastrophic consequences given that both nations possess nuclear weapons. ‘Annulling’ the Indus Waters…
Pope Francis Pope Francis was noted for his humanity, personal warmth and humility. He fought war mongering, global indifference and a lack of concern for immigrants. He was definitely a people’s pope. His reaching out to all religions is part of a rich legacy that he leaves behind for us to carry forward. Matthew Adukanil, …
‘Judiciary and democracy’ The Vice-President of India’s strong lines against the Supreme Court of India are unwarranted as what the Court has done is strictly according to the provisions of the Constitution. The timelines actually apply to the chain after the Assembly has made its considered decision. V. Padmanabhan, Bengaluru The use of phrases such…
Cases that drag on The report (Page 1, April 16), “National Herald case: ED files chargesheet against Sonia, Rahul”, only raises one pertinent question: why do cases get delayed for abnormally long periods? Do we need decades to clear cases? The judiciary needs to work to a time frame that is reasonable. The various agencies…
Court and the Governor The top court of the land may have shown a streak or two of judicial activism in the matter of its judgment on pending Bills. The top court should have restrained itself from going thus far and should have confined itself to take a call on gubernatorial functions. The real issue…
Tariff ‘war’ Yes, only China is in a position to ‘fight to the end’ in an American-imposed tariff war. The flip-flop by U.S. President Donald Trump is baffling. Perhaps Mr. Trump should realise that in the modern era, the U.S. cannot dictate terms to the world. It has to adopt a ‘live and let live’…
Trump and tariffs The U.S.’s move to single out China by slapping an unprecedented 125% tariff on it while pausing tariffs for most other countries shows that the escalations begun by the U.S. are fuelled by political motives. It seems to be part of a broader American strategy to contain China on the global stage….
Governor’s judgment day The Supreme Court of India’s censoring of the Governor of Tamil Nadu for his unconstitutional conduct and gross dereliction of duty has left his position untenable. He should either resign on his own volition or the Union Government should recall him immediately. This is the only way to appreciate this judgment. During…
