The story of Indian Muslim women has often been pushed aside in history and social discussions. They are usually shown as silent and suffering, but this is not the full truth. In reality, Indian Muslim women have played an active role in bringing social change, balancing faith, tradition, and modern life while working to improve…
Today, it has become quite difficult to read newspapers or follow the media. Although social media is now an essential part of daily life, one often comes across news that reveals how deeply social harmony has been damaged and how severely mutual trust has been affected. This is happening in a society where people of…
The recent conversations surrounding madrassa education in Uttar Pradesh mark a critical juncture in the socio-economic trajectory of the Indian Muslim community. Following the directive issued by the Supreme Court that invalidated the authority of the Uttar Pradesh Board of Madrasa Education to award higher education degrees like Kamil and Fazil. A wave of uncertainty…
In the month of Ramadan, the Muslims around the world abstain from food, drink, and worldly pleasures from the dawn to dusk. Ramadan might appear as an austere test of physical endurance to the casual observer. It is a grinding regimen of self-introspection and revitalization. Fasting is also a transformative philosophy for those who observe…
The narrative of inevitable conflict between Muslims and non-Muslims is not only historically inaccurate but fundamentally betrays the foundational principles of Islam itself. Those who propagate hostility towards non-Muslims in the name of religion ignore one of the most remarkable documents in Islamic history: the Charter of Medina, a constitutional framework that established pluralistic citizenship…
By Kamal Madishetty The 12th February “Bharat Bandh” called by a joint forum of central trade unions was projected as a nationwide shutdown meant to demonstrate the enduring strength of organised labour. In reality, the day revealed how far that national influence has receded. While union leaders claimed substantial participation, reports from several states described…
Youth are the true asset of any nation and society. The progress of countries and the promise of a bright future depend largely on the thinking, character, and development of their youth. While modern technology has created countless opportunities for learning, skill development, and access to information in today’s fast-paced world, it has simultaneously cast…
Farmers’ Interests Are Paramount; No Threat to Staple Grains, Millets, Fruits or Dairy: Shri Chouhan Lower Tariffs to Boost Rice, Spice and Textile Exports; Cotton Farmers to Gain: Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan Posted On: 05 FEB 2026 5:32PM by PIB Delhi Amid opposition allegations surrounding the India-US Trade Deal, Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers’…
Farmers First: Piyush Goyal’s Clear Assurance on the India-US Trade Deal The interim India-US trade agreement announced recently triggered genuine concern among Indian farmers, amplified by a tweet from US Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins on February 2, 2026. She stated that the deal would “export more American farm products to India’s massive market,” help lift…
From Entitlement to Outcomes: The Case for Replacing MGNREGA with VBGRAM-G By: Nirwa Mehta Public policy must be judged by outcomes, not sentiment, nostalgia or political symbolism. The replacement of MGNREGA with the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rojgar and Ajeevika Mission GraminAct, 2025 has triggered predictable protests. Critics argue that the new law weakens rights, burdens states, centralises power and erases Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy. These objections, however, reveal…
