The Charade of a ‘Bad’ Bank
The entire exercise seems to be motivated by the desire to clean up the balance sheets of public sector banks so that these are dressed up for sale to private entities
Need for Bhagat Singh’s Relentless Criticism-Based Reasoning to Defend Constitution
A reflection on Bhagat Singh’s thoughts on reasoning, critical thinking, challenging truth, and retributive justice as expressed in his seminal essay ‘Why I am an Atheist’, and their contemporary relevance in today’s India.
It’s Here! The Biggest Sale in India’s History
The Modi government’s National Monetisation Pipleline will hand over India’s key infrastructure to private entities for a song.
The Siddique Kappan Case and the Assault on India’s Constitution
Police accusations against the journalist, if accepted by the courts, will push the boundaries of what is legally credible and rewrite free-speech guarantees.
From Remote Villages to Metro Cities, Scheme Workers Strike Work for Regularisation of Services
Led by the Joint Platform of Scheme Workers Federations, ASHAs, along with workers engaged in anganwadis, mid-day meal scheme and National Health Mission also demanded a legislation on ‘right to universal healthcare’.
Sages of Matri Sadan Continue Their Struggle and Sacrifice for Protecting the Ganga – Two Articles
Swami Atmabodhanand, the young seer of Matri Sadan in Haridwar, is on an indefinite fast since August 18 demanding an immediate prohibition on rampant sand mining in Haridwar and ban on the four hydroelectric projects in Uttarakhand.
Modi Govt Continues Raids on Activists and Journalists: an Article and Two Statements
Can Modi Government Solve India’s Many Problems by Raiding Activists and Journalists?; Rights Activists, Academics Condemn ED Raids Against Harsh Mander; Income Tax “Surveys” at the Offices of News Websites NewsClick and Newslaundry
ICMR ‘Tailored’ COVID Findings to Meet Modi’s ‘Optimistic’ Narrative: NYT
Scientists describe a ‘culture of silence’ at ICMR, with researchers worried that they would be passed over for opportunities if they questioned their superiors.
Kisan Mahapanchayat Calls for Harmony, Right-Wing Adds Communal Twist
Bhartiya Kisan Union leader Rakesh Tikait says “Allahu Akbar”, crowd responded with “Har Har Mahadev” as sign of unity.
Lessons Indian Agriculture Could Learn from Kerala
The PM claimed that there was no APMC system in Kerala and asked why the opposition was “misguiding” the farmers on this issue. Professor R. Ramakumar addresses this allegation and also talks about the various schemes of the State government.