Uniformity or Constitutional Overreach? The Gujarat UCC and the Assault on Religious Conscience
Vol. LXIV No. 02
Date: April 12, 2026
How Long This ‘Epic Fury’ will Last?
India is one of the countries severely affected by the lengthening shadows of this furious war. The prices of LPG, CNG and other sources of energy are steadily surging and…
Hand Over Mahabodhi Temple to Buddhists
Buddhists across the globe revere this temple as the holiest site where Gautam Buddha attained enlightenment in 500 BC. The Govt. of India in 1949 passed a law and put…
ThisWorldly Life is Sport and Amusement
Had people realised that this world is no more than a term of trial and that the Next Life is everlasting, they would not have wasted the time allocated to…
Oppression is Unlawful
Allah does no wrong; whatever He does is based on justice; even when He punishes His servants He does what is good for them.
Uniformity or Constitutional Overreach? The Gujarat UCC and the Assault
Over decades, constitutional jurisprudence has drawn a careful distinction: while the State may undertake social reform, it cannot extinguish essential religious practices. Marriage, divorce, and succession, deeply embedded in religious…
The Decisive Role of Muslim Voters in Assam’s 2026 Assembly
The current election cycle has witnessed an intensification of rhetoric targeting Muslims, often framed around narratives of demographic change, land encroachment, and cultural threat. Such discourse, amplified through political speeches…
Shadow of Scandal: Allegations, Silence, and the Politics of Accountability
The latest political controversy has been triggered by a series of allegations and remarks from individuals once regarded as sympathetic to the ruling establishment. Among them is Madhu Purnima Kishwar,…
The Religion Tax on Caste: What the Supreme Court’s Ruling
Parliament has the power to amend the 1950 Order. The RanganathMisra Commission recommended it. The Sachar Committee documented the necessity of it. The Balakrishnan Commission was set up to examine…
School Dropout Issue in India and the Academic Session 2026-27
Why is the dropout problem not taken seriously in the country? Do the government and its institutions themselves want the backward and socially weak classes, groups and minorities to continue…
Dhurandhar: The Revenge – Selling Hate Sentiment, Power, and Politics
Perhaps more concerning is the film’s treatment of “internal enemies.” By grouping together militants, political dissenters, NGOs, and even ideological opponents within a single spectrum of suspicion, Dhurandharsimplifies the idea…
From Awareness to Action: A Psychology Student’s Journey of Impact
A particularly impactful experience was conducting a menstrual and reproductive health awareness campaign at Rahat Welfare Foundation, along with the distribution of sanitary pads. Interacting with adolescent girls revealed the…
Digital Detox and Discipline in Children
The government of Karnataka also proposed a state-level ban on social media for children under 16 under the “uttamakalike, ujjwalabhavishya” education reform programme on March 6, 2026. This move does…
‘No Kings’ Protests Fuel Growing Anti-War Sentiment
The sheer scale and spread of the protests shows the growing anger in American society about the unprovoked and unnecessary war on Iran. According to a BBC report, “demonstrations took…
Bangladesh Risks Undermining a Popular Mandate by Letting Referendum Law
Citizens may begin to question whether participation in future referendums carries real consequence or whether such exercises are ultimately symbolic. This erosion of trust can weaken democratic culture over time.
Fisherman by night, Abdul Fattah’s leap opens new chapter for
“He is the first guy from Lakshadweep to clear 7m and that is something special,” said a beaming Ahmed Javed Hassan, a sports officer with the Union Territory, who also…
Digital Crackdown: Press Club Flags ‘Arbitrary’ Social Media Takedowns
The statement invoked the landmark Shreya Singhal vs Union of India ruling, in which the Supreme Court struck down vague legal provisions that enabled arbitrary online censorship. The court had…
JIH Leader Raises Concern over ‘Custodial Mistreatment’ of Maulana Abdullah
Emphasising the importance of the rule of law, JIH leader noted that any deviation from established legal norms or selective implementation of laws undermines public confidence in institutions. He added…
Muslim Personal Law Board Challenges UCC in Gujarat, Uttarakhand, Cites
The board stated that the legislation infringes on fundamental rights, including religious freedom, equality, and personal liberty. It noted that Article 44 of the Constitution places the UCC under Directive…
Chhattisgarh HC Upholds Right to Hold Prayer Meetings at Home
The case arose from a petition filed by residents of Godhna village in JanjgirChampa district. The petitioners, who follow Christianity, said they had been holding prayer meetings at their residence…
Gaza Students Sit for Exams on Beach amid Widespread School
The disruption began after continuous attacks since October 2023. School buildings, including those used as shelters for displaced families, have faced repeated strikes. Data shows that over 500 schools were…
Iran Sets Four Conditions for Ending US-Israel War
He emphasised that while Iran values mediation efforts, peace depends on adherence to these commitments, adding that Tehran remains open to “constructive and sincere” initiatives aimed at restoring stability in…
Iran Video Claims Downing of US F-35, Challenges Stealth Superiority
Iran says the operation followed a planned strategy. For weeks, it reduced visible radar activity and used decoys to create a false sense of security. This led the aircraft to…
Over 100 Int’l Legal Experts Accuse US-Israel Strikes on Iran
The statement highlights concerns over civilian harm. Reports cited by the experts indicate over 1,400 civilians, including more than 200 children, were killed in the first weeks. A strike on…
Gulf at a Crossroads
An important lesson can be drawn from the first month of the war: the urgent need to reassess the foundations upon which the security of the GCC states has been…
