scorecardresearch
Add as a preferred source on Google
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
HomeOpinion

Opinion

Consultants to govts shouldn’t be yes people.  Must push back with alternative views

The debate around the merits and demerits of private consultants in government has gained prominence. The views have merit but it's important to understand the context.

How the Supreme Court UAPA verdict leaves loopholes for agencies to exploit

With the ruling, now there is no requirement for the State to prove that a person, being a member of an unlawful organisation, has actually resorted to violence.

Assam’s moment is here and now—India recognising Lachit Borphukan, the humble gamusa

Significant efforts have been made to recognise Assam's heritage. This newfound acceptance and celebration of the state's unique culture was long overdue.

What if India had 75 states? Demands for redrawing state lines call for a permanent SRC

The creation of a permanent States Reorganisation Commission may open a can of worms but brushing these demands under the carpet is not a viable option.

MoD protecting Army in Nagaland killings gratifying. SIT acted as handmaiden of state govt

The logic behind protecting the accused Armymen may never be known as RTI requests on past decisions have been turned down on grounds of national security. But such lack of transparency fuels doubts of cover-ups.

From Ahmedabad to Prayagraj—how baahubalis come in handy to Modi, Yogi in BJP’s expansion

Opposition politicians and the Left and liberal intelligentsia have raised concerns about the killing of Atiq Ahmed, but it's unlikely that Yogi will be losing sleep over it.

Who benefits from the killing of Atiq? Upcoming dons, politicians

75 years after Independence, a robust criminal justice system is a dire need for a nation seeking a Vishwa Guru status.

Gang lords like Atiq eliminated regularly in UP—It only cements ‘long-live’ mafia tradition

Public support for mafia slaying is not surprising, as it is considered a cathartic response. No police officer would be expected to mourn mafia deaths either.

Indian voters are not just swayed by ideology, identity but also wallet situation

Existing research by CSDS-Lokniti uses a post-poll recall measure of change in household financial situation before the next election. It's problematic on two counts.

No scandal, least of all corruption, can rock BJP arithmetic. Adani or no Adani

While it is tempting for the opposition to focus on corruption, the real political question in India today is authority.

On Camera

Why Hyderabadis need a history lesson beyond the Mughal court

From the Bahmani to the Qutb Shahis, Hyderabad’s local identity is far more complex than the standard Mughal-centric narrative suggests.

Lesson for India from the West: AI is hollowing out white-collar jobs & birthing a new middle-class elite

Post-2022 as AI has spread in developed economies, it is leading to another round of polarisation—the middle class jobs are being lost in offices rather than in factories.

Fourth S-400 sets sail for India, to arrive by mid-May; likely to be deployed along Pakistan border

The fifth S-400 air defence system is undergoing various stages of production trials, and will be delivered by November-December this year, it is learnt.

Trump, Netanyahu’s Iran gamble: The regime change rebound

American objectives are unmet. They neither have muscle nor motivation to resume the war. As for Iran, the regime didn’t just survive, it’s now led by more radical individuals.