[ad_1] Manipur situation The intent by some in the National Democratic Alliance “to form a ‘popular’ government in Manipur” is strange (Page 1, May 29). That these people are unaware of the ground reality is cause for concern. The consensus of all stakeholders and a proper settlement of the ethnic conflict is what will pave…
[ad_1] The Trump steamroller The Trump administration appears to be on a war spree in trying to tame students (Page 1, May 28). Many foreign students secure huge loans to fund their tuition fees charged by universities in the United States and their interests normally lie in completing their studies — and, if possible, finding…
[ad_1] NEET-UG and hardship The hardship and the trauma that many candidates faced during the conduct of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (UG) 2025, mainly because of power breakdowns, needs to be highlighted. It is appalling that they have not been adequately compensated despite many an appeal. That many examination centres did not provide…
[ad_1] Ship sinking as warning The sinking of a Liberian-flagged cargo ship off the Kerala coast with cargo that is hazardous and toxic shows the vulnerability of India’s west coast to shipping accidents. The accident assumes importance also with the commissioning of the Vizhinjam Port, which is being hailed as a transformative deep-sea transshipment hub….
[ad_1] Centre-State synergy It is a fact that the Centre’s relations with some States have not been cordial ever since the National Democratic Alliance came back to power. Therefore, the Prime Minister’s clarion call, at the NITI Aayog Governing Council meeting, for synergy between the Centre and the States and to work together ‘like Team…
[ad_1] Top court on ED The beauty of democracy lies in questioning. Sadly, such voices are not heard in India’s State Assemblies and in Parliament. One only has the higher judiciary coming to the rescue (“ED crossed all limits with raids on Tasmac, says SC”, May 23). The Enforcement Directorate (ED) too is not beyond…
[ad_1] Diplomacy and action I write with reference to the Editorial and the Editorial page article (both May 19).” Nearly a month after the tragic Pahalgam attack, the perpetrators remain at large. I have full faith in our security agencies and armed forces. But, at the same time, as we dispatch all-party delegations abroad to…
[ad_1] Diplomatic squad What purpose will India’s diplomatic delegations to the different countries serve other than incurring an expense to the exchequer and when previous and similar missions have not brought any change? The foreign policy of every country is hardwired to its geopolitical perspectives aimed at maximum benefit vis-à-vis other countries. Their policy towards…
[ad_1] Right stance India’s Defence Minister is right in his demand that the nuclear arsenal of Pakistan should be brought under the watch of the International Atomic Energy Agency (Page 1, May 16). A country that uses the threat of ‘nuclear blackmail’ cannot be trusted to be restrained under any circumstances. A country with a…
[ad_1] Tasteless remarks Of late it has become a ‘new normal’ in the nation, where political figures, under the cover of free speech, voice disgraceful comments, backtrack and tender an apology after the eruption of public outrage. It is time that there are strong measures put in place to act against such statements and persons….
