Another Big Step Toward A Thought Police
While claiming to defend the “basic values of democratic society”, German political leaders and national security officials are engaged in a number of legislative projects that, in fact, trample on […]
Indian Prime Minister’s Media Panic
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has never held a full-fledged, unscripted press conference during his 12-year tenure!
Plato’s Concept Of Democracy & Present-Day India
By Rohan Kuddus/Anindya Rudra Plato’s profound disdain for democracy was rooted in his belief that it is an inherently unstable system, often degenerating into a mob rule that sacrificed wisdom […]
Europe On Auto-Pilot For War
The speeches and discussions by Europeans at the annual Munich Security Conference (MSC) held on February 13-15, 2026 conveyed one central message: The geopoliticians who continue to define policy in […]
Reading India’s Political Mood At World Book Fair
by Yogendra Yadav A breakdown is a moment of truth. A political crisis, therefore, is a very special opportunity for political thought, an occasion for deep reflection and long-term reset. […]
An Authoritarian Regime & Echoes Of Silence
George Bernard Shaw (July 26, 1856 – November 2, 1950) once said: “Murder is the ultimate form of censorship.” The global community experienced this truth, yet again, when Anas Jamal […]
Searching For Truth In Post-Truth Era
He has not been seen in public since the war began. Rumour has it that he has taken shelter in a secret place or has left the country. Israeli Prime […]
The Social Impact Of ‘Use & Throw’ Culture
Sixty-five years ago, when I got my cycle out of the house for a ride, I was interrupted by a friend with the question: “Hey, where are you going?” I […]
Understanding Bhagavad Gita
IntroductionOnce, Swami Vivekānanda (born Narendranath Datta; January 12, 1863 – July 4, 1902), an Indian Hindu monk, philosopher, author, religious teacher and the chief disciple of the Indian mystic Ramakrishna, […]
