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Hindi, and its role in the unified future of India
Updated on Sep 13, 2024 08:59 PM IST
The forward march of Hindi has been impressive. It has to continue progressing with inclusiveness so that it is truly sarva samaveshi, for the unified and inclusive future of India
Girish Nath Jha
Varanasi waits for its representative Narendra Modi to visit
There’s a sense of hope, especially from Modi’s statements that his relationship with the people of Kashi was beyond that of a public representative.
Updated on Sep 13, 2024 07:51 PM IST
Sunita Aron
Sitaram Yechury’s contradictions were captured by Mirza Ghalib, not Karl Marx
It is easy to criticise Yechury and his contemporaries. But it is important to appreciate that some of them embraced politics in the hope of changing the world
Updated on Sep 13, 2024 12:41 PM IST
Sitaram Yechury fostered deep, lasting friendships
One of Yechury’s most defining characteristics was his unimpeachable integrity.
Published on Sep 12, 2024 11:49 PM IST
How sub-classification will change Dalit politics
A political contest may emerge in Dalit politics, fragmenting it into castes that have benefited most from affirmative action and the more disadvantaged castes.
Published on Sep 12, 2024 09:45 PM IST
A centralised focus to unlock R&D prowess
While Indian academic institutions are no strangers to producing world-class research, much of this output has failed to translate into commercially-viable innovations
Published on Sep 12, 2024 09:30 PM IST
If Dhaka wants Delhi to extradite Hasina
Bangladesh may read the law in its favour, but the call on the former Bangladesh PM’s extradition will have to be a political decision
Updated on Sep 13, 2024 08:43 AM IST
TMC MP Jawhar Sircar echoes angst of urban voters, will Mamata care to listen?
Night after night, different urban pockets of Bengal including the capital city Kolkata, are witnessing spontaneous rallies and protests seeking justice.
Updated on Sep 12, 2024 09:01 PM IST
Revised medical curriculum should reflect evolving progressive practices
Further revisions to the medical curriculum should recognise that queer and trans persons, and persons with disabilities are equal and valued members of society
Published on Sep 11, 2024 11:51 PM IST
The Art Of A Good Unicorn | No better time to be a DeepTech entrepreneur
Going beyond basic ideas and prototypes, DeepTech startups have to be developed to the point where they are functional with a clear path to commercialisation
Published on Sep 11, 2024 11:36 PM IST
Shrija Agrawal
In J&K’s purple revolution, a blooming of agri start-ups
The lavender success story is a textbook example of the powerful synergy between research-academia, industry, and local youth entrepreneurship, more of which is needed to take the country forward on the path to developed nation status.
Published on Sep 11, 2024 09:39 PM IST
Bengaluru development needs better planning
There is no need to remind the new masters of the city that they should assert stricter regulation of the encroachments on public spaces, ranging from footpaths to tank beds. This should be done in a humane but firm way
Published on Sep 11, 2024 09:39 PM IST
Understanding Kamala Harris’ foreign policy
Though often aligned with President Biden, her unique worldview, especially on Israel-Palestine relations, promises distinct leadership on the international stage
Published on Sep 11, 2024 09:38 PM IST
Blended finance can help meet decarbonisation costs
Blended finance can support India’s energy transition trajectory by mobilising commercial capital for public good
Published on Sep 10, 2024 09:03 PM IST
Developed India needs civil governance reforms
These will facilitate greater inclusion, without which the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047 will be hard to realise
Published on Sep 10, 2024 09:02 PM IST
Brazil-X fight, and limits of free speech in democracies
The conduct of X and Musk is indeed problematic and it must be tamed, if not reformed. However, the Brazilian method is crude and counterproductive
Published on Sep 10, 2024 09:01 PM IST
The Taste by Vir Sanghvi: The many complexities of making realistic fiction
What we see on the screen often twists, mangles or falsifies reality either for dramatic purpose or to fulfill an agenda.
Published on Sep 10, 2024 01:22 PM IST
Vir Sanghvi, Delhi
Leverage historical ties for new areas of co-operation
The outlook for UAE-India bilateral ties is bright, with numerous opportunities for collaboration across various sectors
Published on Sep 09, 2024 09:17 PM IST
Manipur needs a political solution
Manipur faces escalating violence, with ten deaths since Sept 6. Trust issues persist among communities, requiring a political solution, not force.
![Imphal [Manipur] Sept 09 (ANI): Police personnel appeal to stop student protesters during their march to Raj Bhavan demanding the removal of DGP and Security Advisor over the situation in the state, in Imphal on Monday. (ANI Photo) (ANI)](https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/09/09/150x84/Imphal--Manipur--Sept-09--ANI---Police-personnel-a_1725896799344.jpg "Imphal [Manipur] Sept 09 (ANI): Police personnel appeal to stop student protesters during their march to Raj Bhavan demanding the removal of DGP and Security Advisor over the situation in the state, in Imphal on Monday. (ANI Photo) (ANI)")
Updated on Sep 09, 2024 09:17 PM IST
HT Editorial
Vistara’s promising run grounded at take-off
Vistara's merger with Air India evokes nostalgia for Jet Airways as loyal passengers express concern over service quality and uncertainty post-merger.
Updated on Sep 09, 2024 09:16 PM IST
Need to treat suicide as a public health problem
On World Suicide Prevention Day, experts stress the need for a holistic approach to tackle suicide, addressing mental health and broader societal issues.
Updated on Sep 09, 2024 09:16 PM IST
Rakhi DandonaK Srinath Reddy
Researchers find massive ageing shifts twice in life: At 44 and 60
We don’t age at a steady pace throughout life in a straight line. Instead, ageing is more of a roller-coaster with two major waves, as per the new study
Published on Sep 09, 2024 09:04 PM IST
Anirban Mahapatra
Streets on the boil: An open situation in West Bengal
The sweep of the protest is unprecedented. CM Banerjee has failed to strike a chord with the grieving colleagues of the doctor and Bengal’s angry citizenry.
Published on Sep 09, 2024 06:56 PM IST
Grand Strategy | Why Seoul, Delhi need more ambitious ties
India’s growing interest in the Indo-Pacific provide an opportunity for Seoul and Delhi to discover each other’s strategic potential
Published on Sep 09, 2024 07:00 AM IST
Narratives on the wolf vs its life on the margins
The attacks on humans in Uttar Pradesh are not common behaviour and do not represent the Indian wolf’s actual nature.
Published on Sep 08, 2024 11:40 PM IST
Hurdles in India’s efforts to drive world diplomacy
In this chaotic world, India’s role in brokering peace has thus become significant.
Published on Sep 08, 2024 11:37 PM IST
The death penalty cannot fix India’s rape problem. Here’s why
By unanimous vote, the West Bengal assembly on Tuesday cleared a bill that makes the death penalty mandatory in cases involving rape and murder.
Published on Sep 08, 2024 08:15 AM IST
Chandigarh: Embracing Indian identity beyond Le Corbusier’s vision
Over time, the city has adopted an Indian personality, flourishing with vibrant markets and cultural charm, despite the legacy left behind by the architect.
Published on Sep 08, 2024 08:00 AM IST
In Africa, China eyes minerals and UN clout
China intends to challenge India’s narrative about being the voice of the Global South.
Published on Sep 08, 2024 12:35 AM IST
Transparency is the right drug for Ayush regulation
A simple regulatory remedy would be for the apex court to mandate state drug controllers to disclose all file-notings that form the basis of approval of “patent and proprietary” Ayush drugs
Published on Sep 07, 2024 09:17 PM IST