Category: Opinion
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Between Hurt Sentiments and Constitutional Rights: A Muslim’s Plea
India’s evolving legal landscape is turning peaceful Islamic preaching into a punishable offence. Vague laws on religious insult and conversion are being used to arrest Muslim preachers and suppress da’wah. This piece argues that true protection for Islam lies not in blasphemy laws, but in upholding secular constitutional freedoms.
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Bihar’s Unofficial ‘NRC’: How the Poor Are Being Erased from Democracy
A flawed Special Intensive Revision of voter list in Bihar threatens to erase millions from voter rolls by prioritising matriculation certificates over accessible IDs. With low literacy, high poverty, and a large migrant population, the move risks disenfranchising Dalits, Adivasis, Muslims, and women—undermining the very spirit of universal suffrage in Indian democracy.
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JNU’s Shame, BJP’s Silence: India’s Guilt in Najeeb’s Disappearance
ajeeb Ahmed, a 27-year-old MSc Biotechnology student at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), vanished on October 15, 2016, following a violent altercation the previous night with nine ABVP members in his hostel. The clash reportedly stemmed from a political disagreement, with witnesses alleging that Najeeb was beaten and verbally abused, prompting him to leave the hostel,…
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Two Percent Courage: Mamdani Shows the Way, Will Rahul Follow?
Zohran Mamdani’s call for a 2% tax on New York’s millionaires reignited the debate on economic justice. In contrast, Rahul Gandhi and the Congress promised income support for India’s poor but hesitated to confront the rich. To fight inequality meaningfully, political leaders must stop flinching from taxing the wealthy elite
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From Missiles to Messages: How Iran Challenged Israel, Shamed the Gulf, and Shook the US
Iran’s defiant missile strikes during the brief war with Israel shook regional power dynamics, exposing cracks in Israeli and US defenses. While Tehran gained prestige, Gulf Arab rulers remained passive, revealing their declining credibility. The conflict marked a turning point, shifting both hard power perceptions and soft power influence in the region.
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Tagore’s India vs Today’s Reality: How a Kolkata Bus Ride Exposed the Nation’s Cracks
oday morning, I boarded a bus from Topsia, a part of East Kolkata, to visit a client’s school in Howrah. It was one of those slow, lumbering buses that faithfully snake through the city’s arteries, stopping at nearly every crossing. The bus was not yet full; the conductor was calling out for passengers and letting…
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The Right to Be Heard: Protests, Power, and the People
Protests are a powerful expression of public conscience, especially in Bengal, where resistance runs deep. From independence movements to recent sit-ins, people protest to demand justice, dignity, and accountability. Despite hardships, these peaceful demonstrations reflect hope, resilience, and the constitutional right to be heard in a functioning democracy.
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When the Streets Fall Silent: What Strikes Say About a Nation’s Soul
Strikes are not mere disruptions—they’re powerful democratic tools used when all else fails. From Kolkata’s bandh culture to nationwide protests, they reflect collective resistance against injustice. While they halt daily life, they reignite critical conversations, reminding us that democracy isn’t just about order—it’s about being heard when silence no longer works.
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Nobel Dreams and Bayraktar Beams: What the Indo-Pak War Really Sold Us
The Indo-Pak war after the Pahalgam attack became a global arms expo and political theatre. China showcased weapons, Pakistan secured a bailout, Turkey advertised drones, and India fused military action with nationalism. Trump sought a ceasefire for clout. As profits and power shifted hands, civilians bore the brunt—again.
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The Real Soldiers Want Peace—Only Cowards Turn Grief Into Communal Fire
Amid the Pahalgam terror attack, India witnessed unity from citizens while media and political actors pushed hate. Voices like Himanshi Narwal, Sangeeta Negi, and Rakesh Tikait showed courage and clarity. As the caste census unsettles the status quo, real patriotism lies in justice, not jingoism or communal provocation.