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Price of democracy? A 4-point growth mantra
Wasteful use of capital is hardwired into a system which prices capital cheaply.
09 Jul 2018 12:04 AM
Let’s teach our children fundamental rights. And duties
Education for democracy and in democracy are absolutely essential for the success of a democratic experiment.
19 Jun 2018 5:22 AM
‘Need to get in touch with public to save democracy’
It doesn’t produce an identity to us, instead it profiles us as fake profile.
26 May 2018 5:23 AM
‘No work but full pay’ defies all logic
The Prefect could no longer control the mob and a loud bell tolled to announce that the session was adjourned till the next day.
25 May 2018 2:28 AM
Yashwant Sinha quits BJP, will ‘work to save democracy’
Mr Sinha, however, made it clear that he would not join any other political party.
22 Apr 2018 2:17 AM
Erase memories, perpetuate hate
Social justice movements seek the removal of racist Civil War era symbols from public spaces amid the rise of far-right white nationalism in US.
01 Apr 2018 1:55 AM
Judiciary-govt bonhomie death knell to democracy: SC judge to CJI
Justice Chelameswar questioned the probe initiated by K'taka HC against a District and Sessions judge at the instance of Law Ministry.
29 Mar 2018 8:12 PM
Supreme Court : How can convicted people head a party?
A three-judge SC bench will examine the issue to restrain the convicted person from becoming the office-bearer of the party.
27 Mar 2018 12:50 AM
3 anchors of democracy have lost their power
Science provides a generalised model of truth, objectivity, fairness and the need for rituals of experiment to verify facts.
12 Mar 2018 12:30 AM
Empowered citizen strongest pillar of democracy: Modi
Prime Minister Modi earlier on Tuesday inaugurated a five-storey building of CIC at Munirka in the national capital.
06 Mar 2018 8:39 PM
A democracy in peril
The BJP/RSS has deliberately polarised the media, especially television into ‘us media’ and ‘them media’.
21 Jan 2018 1:19 AM
The most uncertain year for Pak is here
The more Nawaz tries to force his way back into the system, the greater the resistance will be.
01 Jan 2018 2:09 AM
When religion trumps citizenship
The BJP’s acts of moral policing, whether of food, dress or sexuality, or even movies, has been a source of deep concern.
10 Dec 2017 12:12 AM
Pak Army chief says he believes in democratic values
Army Chief mentioned it was the national obligation of all state institutions to work for national security and development.
09 Dec 2017 6:19 AM
Zimbabwe’s new president Emmerson Mnangagwa promises era of democracy
Few international leaders are urging Zimbabwe's new prez to deliver on his promises of inclusiveness, economic reform, free, fair elections.
25 Nov 2017 12:08 PM
Oppn should work together to save democracy, says Mamata
She accuses the NDA government of trying to halt the developmental process in her state.
24 Nov 2017 6:53 PM
Democracy 'safe' as long as Hindus remain in majority: Union minister
While population of Muslims has increased considerably in India, the number of Hindus has fallen drastically in Pakistan after Partition.
17 Nov 2017 10:32 AM
'True democratic spirit' necessary for country's future, says Modi
Modi said that people should know the existing system in political parties, including how decisions are taken by their leaders.
29 Oct 2017 5:59 AM
'True democratic spirit' necessary for country's future, says Modi
The country is not much aware of the practice of democracy within parties and the media should turn its attention to it, Modi said.
28 Oct 2017 7:22 PM
Don’t compromise over freedom of expression
The content of the movie and a dalit writer’s books may be contentious and drew vehement opposition most recently.
23 Oct 2017 12:10 AM
Columns
Senior IPS Officer Y. Puran Kumar Raises Eyebrows with Complaint of Car Discrimination Amid Lok Sabha Elections
Modi's "Guarantee 2024" vs Congress' "Nyay Patra" - A Clash of Narratives
Exploring the historical context and implications of the term "Hindu Rashtra" in light of constitutional and legal frameworks.
The BJP adapts its messaging, responding to opposition criticism with new assurances and clarifications.