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Thursday, February 5, 2026
TopicRohit Vemula

Topic: Rohit Vemula

Our take on Modi Adani-Ambani comment, Sam Pitroda, ICMR dietary guidelines – in 50 words

ThePrint view on the most important issues this week.

Erasure of caste in universities existed during colonialism, but its roots much deeper

IIT Bombay has ruled that the death of Darshit Solanki was due to academics, and not caste; as if the two are independent.

Students upset with Modi govt since Vemula suicide, economy & CAA added fuel: Najeeb Jung

Speaking to ThePrint, former Delhi Lieutenant Governor Najeeb Jung says the anti-CAA protests are secular so far and should remain so.

Elections have been reduced to personal attacks, name calling, and conspiracy theories

Ideological differences are shot down through virulent personal attacks, which are detrimental to the democratic structure of the country.

On Camera

How much does Trump really know about Iran?

Israel sees Iran as an existential threat. But the US, Turkey & Gulf states fear refugee flows or attacks on oil sites. These countries need a stable end-state for the whole region over more strikes.

Don’t expect big shifts in inflation & growth trends after CPI & GDP base year reset—MoSPI secy Garg

New consumer basket, expanded markets & digital datasets aim to make inflation estimates more representative, says MoSPI Secretary Saurabh Garg. Henceforth, MoSPI aims to revise base yr every 5 yrs.

HAL out, Indian private firm to make Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft fighter, all eyes on lowest bidder

As per the timeline decided, 5 prototypes of India’s own fifth-generation fighter are set to be rolled out by 2031, with the first by 2028 using the GE 414 engine.

Swiss report should now close Op Sindoor debate. Knowing when to stop the fight is key too

The key to fighting a war successfully, or even launching it, is a clear objective. That’s an entirely political call. It isn’t emotional or purely military.