One senses that irony and authoritarianism go hand in hand. It is a story to be recounted years from now as part of the anecdotes of authoritarianism.
Any talks with the Taliban will remain meaningless if they do not include the Afghan people.
An important issue remains: Should journalists be forced to disclose their sources?
The Congress is reaching out to a range of caste groups. It will also ask all its top leaders to contest the Lok Sabha polls; Digivijaya Singh has reportedly said he will stand against PM Modi.
Rahul Gandhi walked alone, even as his party felt dejected and hopeless. And he didn't stop until his party workers and people were inspired to join him.
Veteran actor Amol Palekar's speech at the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) was cut short for being critical, even if mildly, of the government. This was not the first instance of the suppression of free speech under the Modi sarkaar.
While several women participated despite the huge difficulties, the actual machinery and the officials severely let hopeful Afghans down.
One-day nationalism cannot take the place of actually understanding, and respecting, the structure of our republic. Instead of this evolving, we see only decay around us.
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The Castaways | 11-minute read
Show, don’t tell. A simple advice the world of art can use too.
From Afghanistan and Australia to Thailand and Uruguay, as many as 62 countries will elect new governments and leaders this year. The world will watch as it decides its own future now.
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