Opinion
Meghna Pant's column: Today, women's rights are intertwined around the world
Wars are seldom confined within their borders. They also change the global discourse on power, freedom, and women's rights. The ongoing conflict in Iran may not be far-fetched news for the women of India — but it is a mirror, a warning and in many ways a call to vigilance. Women in Iran have been living under strict rules on dress and behavior in public life for decades. The government makes it mandatory for women to wear the hijab and imposes many restrictions on them in daily life. Women who speak out against these rules often face punishment, arrest or harassment. In times of political te
Priyadarshan's column: Silence should also involve gradual resistance
In the third season of the web series "The Night Agent" on Netflix these days, the US President and his wife are directly surrounded by suspicion and accusations. It is known that he has taken money for his election campaign from such suspicious people, who are also associated with terrorist blasts. There are more such films or web series in the entertainment industry of America these days, in which the highest level leaders, officers or intelligence officers are seen betraying their own country. These films or series are being made in America, which is considered to be the most successful dem
Manoj Joshi's column: Geopolitics is not the only reason behind the ongoing war with Iran
One of the worrisome aspects of the ongoing war in the Middle East is that it is being presented in religious perspectives. This obscures the real geopolitical causes of the conflict, such as the balance of power, competition for resources and regional dominance. Religious symbols appear in the public statements of the leaders of all three countries — the US, Israel and Iran. Recently, a photo of Trump surfaced, in which he was seen praying with a group of pastors who came to the Oval Office. The clergy prayed for divine guidance and wisdom for the president, as well as prayed for the safety
Pt. Vijay Shankar Mehta's column: Keep working on the mind that turns enthusiasm into sadness
It is said that everything should be done with enthusiasm. And it is also true that no work can be done these days without pressure. So, the enthusiasm should be understood. Let us not carry the burden of our past, we should have a grip on the present and we should connect ourselves with the changes that will take place in the future. If these three things are done correctly, then it transforms into enthusiasm. One can remain enthusiastic only when one works properly on the past, present and future. Even if it's a small task, the enthusiasm remains. Tulsidas Ji wrote - Telling children's stori
N. Raghuraman's column: Teach your children how to deal with a crisis...
In today's era, many business empires that have reached from 'Arsh to Floor' have been built by people who have worked hard from the ground up. But, their next generation has grown up in an era where there was no dearth of comforts. He has never tasted the bitter taste of a major economic crisis. This is the reason why there is a huge gulf of thinking between the generation that creates wealth and the generation that inherits it. The war raging in the Gulf countries and the Middle East for the last nine days has given sleepless nights to parents who built businesses from scratch. While they ar
N. Raghuraman's column: I have learnt two wonderful lessons from the all-in-one species!
1. Whether the temperature outside is in single digits or it is raining torrential – one of his rules was unwavering: when the alarm clock went off long before 5 am, never press the alarm (snooze) button after that. She would wake up in the dark and fix her bed first. But there was something that kept them moving – filter coffee, the smell of which would wake up the rest of the family, especially the father. That was his protein shake. Like modern mothers, she would put on her 'workout gear' – I mean, she would lift the saree above the ankles, tuck it into her waist and head to her 'gym'
Dr. Ram Charan's Column: Meeting is also a skill, work on it properly
Meetings are held in all the institutions of the world, but it is not hidden from anyone that a lot of time is wasted in meetings. This makes people frustrated. Get bored. There are repeated discussions on the same topics, which do not reach any conclusion. It is also a waste of energy over time. And this has a negative impact on the mindset of the people. How to solve it? In this age of digitization, notifications are available directly to you in the format you want them in. AI has made this possible. In such a situation, you no longer need a meeting physically. Don't even wait to travel arou
N. Raghuraman's column: Small talk, yields big results
Interacting with strangers was once a part of our everyday lives, but technology has put an end to that. Like it or not, but that's the truth. Go to any public place, instead of greeting each other, we keep confronting each other and then immediately say 'sorry' for fear of a fight, that too without making eye contact. Last week, I found myself in a similar situation when all the flights were running very late and the airport lounge was full of people who wanted to have their lunch before the meal was over. My eyes fell on a 2 by 2 table. A person was already having lunch on it and there was o
Sheila Bhatt's column: For us, the interests of our citizens are above all
Our government is making long preparations to deal with the crisis caused by the war in the Middle East. The US-Israel war against Iran — which is being called the 'Epic Fury' — will demand 'Epic Rescue' efforts for countries like India. Because, as a senior Indian source has said, this war will continue and it is also likely to spread. The Government of India assesses that the war in the Middle East has escalated into a full-scale conflict, its course will remain uncertain and India must ensure the safety and security of its citizens by cooperating and coordinating with local governments.
Neerja Chowdhury's column: Should the opposition find alternatives beyond 'India'?
Recently, the demand for Mamata Banerjee to be projected as the face of the Prime Minister on behalf of the India alliance gave rise to a new debate. The debate centers around the question of why the group has not been able to choose its leader so far. Three years have passed since its formation in 2023, but this task of basic importance is still unfinished for the 26-member coalition. Even a convener can infuse new energy into the alliance and give it direction. The second question is related to the point of what is the relevance of the India Group in its current form despite its contradictio
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