The Seasonal Sacredness of the Cow Faith, Politics and the Manufacture of Outrage
Vol. LXIV No. 11
Date: June 14, 2026
Gen Z Protests and the Democratic Awakening of India’s Youth
At the same time, any movement seeking long-term impact must move beyond slogans and emotional appeals. Sustainable change requires organisation, clarity of purpose, strategic thinking, and constructive engagement with society.…
Non-Stop Praise for Allah and the Prophet ﷺ
The first basic faith pillar is Shahadah i.e. the proclamation of faith in one God Allah, and that Muhammad ﷺ is His Messenger i.e. LA ILAAHA ILLALLAH, MUHAMMAD UR RASOOLULLAH.…
Polytheists will Receive No Help
On the Day of Judgement these beings will plainly tell their devotees that the latter had engaged in polytheistic acts in violation of their teachings. They will thus disown them…
Three Greatest Sins
‘While He has created you’ or while Allah is your Creator, how can anyone or anything else have the attributes of the Lord Creator and deserve your worship?
The Seasonal Sacredness of the Cow Faith, Politics and the
The question confronting India today is not whether faith deserves respect, but whether politics can resist the temptation to exploit faith for its own purposes.For if religious symbols become sacred…
Mercy toward Animals and the Reality of Sacrifice
A study of the Qur’an and the sayings of the Prophet ﷺ shows that Islam neither permits the pointless killing of animals nor cruelty toward them. Rather, it allows the…
CBSE On-Screen Marking Scandal: When Technology Becomes a Threat to
The CBSE on-screen marking controversy is more than a technical dispute. It is a warning about the dangers of prioritising administrative efficiency over educational integrity. If India is serious about…
Bengal Under Siege: Post-Poll Violence Shadows BJP’s Controversial Victory
For minorities, Opposition supporters and civil society activists, the post-poll violence has heightened fears about the future direction of the state. The central question confronting West Bengal today is whether…
Karnataka’s Vanishing Third Front: Why the Decline of JD(S) Matters
Karnataka’s social diversity, regional complexities and history of coalition politics suggest that space still exists for a strong regional force. But such a force would need characteristics that JD(S) has…
Beyond the Black Coat: Reforming Legal Education and Professional Standards
The standards by which lawyers are educated, licensed, trained and disciplined have consequences far beyond the profession itself. Where law schools are uneven, entry filters are weak, apprenticeship is informal…
Mankind – the Privileged Species
The history of sciences reveals that man’s approach to the laws of nature remained one-dimensional. He is exploring the laws of nature in segments comprising the various disciplines of sciences…
Insubstantial International Law
The jurisdiction of international criminal court is optional. Article 11 provides that the International Criminal Court has jurisdiction only with respect to crimes committed after the entry into force of…
Bangladesh Opposition Leader Warns against Budget Becoming a Tool for
As Bangladeshprepares to announce another record-sized budget, questions surrounding transparency, public spending efficiency, debt sustainability and inclusive growth are expected to remain at the centre of political and economic discussions.
When Classrooms Stop Asking Questions
You have accurately captured one of the greatest challenges of our time through the phrase ‘carefully managed conformity’. Your concern is entirely justified: if our classrooms cease to encourage questioning,…
Malviya Nagar Fire Tragedy: Local Youths Risked Their Lives to
Another key figure in the rescue was Wasim Raja, a security officer at Max Hospital and a resident of the locality. Recalling the incident, Raja said the entire building was…
Dehradun Mosque Sealed Beyond Court Order, Residents Allege Administrative Overreach
The dispute gained further attention after Bhupesh Joshi, state convener of Kali Sena, visited the site during the sealing process. According to local residents, Joshi told mosque representative Asim Ali…
SC Refuses Bail to Travel Blogger Jyoti Malhotra Accused of
The counsel for Malhotra argued that she had been in custody since her arrest on May 16, 2025, and had no prior criminal record. However, the Bench observed that such…
Muslim Dentist Dr Namira Siddiqui Secures AIR 1 in NEET
NEET MDS is the mandatory national-level entrance examination for admission to postgraduate Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) programmes in India. This year’s examination was conducted on May 2, 2026, by…
Kerala’s Tahsin Mohammed Jamshid Poised for Historic FIFA World Cup
Born and raised in Qatar, Tahsin is the son of Jamshid and Shaima, who trace their roots to Valapattanam in Kannur district. His father, a former footballer who represented Calicut…
Negative Views of Israel Surge Across 36 Countries Following Iran
The strongest negative sentiment was recorded in Türkiye, where 97% of respondents viewed Israel unfavourably. Other countries with particularly high levels of disapproval included Pakistan, Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan, and the…
Israeli Strikes in Lebanon Kill Over 3,550 People as Beirut
The strike marked the first Israeli attack on Beirut since a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon was extended on June 3 following US-mediated negotiations in Washington.
Dushanbe Eyes Waste-to-Energy Plant to Support Sustainable Urban Growth
The discussions focused on the introduction of advanced waste-processing systems, including technologies capable of generating electricity through the incineration of municipal waste and other energy-recovery methods. Similar facilities operate in…
Afghanistan-Central Asia Trade Sees Strong Growth in 2025
The ministry reported that imports from Central Asian nations rose from $1.679billion in 2024 to $2.399 billion in 2025. During the same period, Afghan exports to the region increased from…
After the Ghannouchi Verdict: Tunisia in the Fog
The president is convinced that opponents of his system are behind this campaign and are attempting to portray him as disconnected from reality and unable to control state institutions. The…
