Articles by Shashi Shekhar
Has ECI taken the colour off election campaigns?
We are currently headed for the elections, but there is no visible excitement. Is this dullness the result of actions by the ECI to prevent the buying of votes?
Published on Apr 15, 2024 12:11 AM IST
Interview: PM Modi reaches out to the masses with ‘BJP model vs Congress model’
PM Modi hailed the achievements of his government on the economic and foreign policy fronts and drew a contrast between the BJP model and the Congress model
Updated on Apr 12, 2024 12:37 PM IST
INTERVIEW: Corruption hits all, action by agencies will not stop, says PM Modi
PM Modi emphasized the government's commitment to fighting corruption and expressed confidence in winning a historic third term.
Updated on Apr 12, 2024 08:56 AM IST
Shashi Shekhar, New Delhi
Season of appearances and political deceptions
The gravest issue with Indian politics is that it operates in a murky realm of half-truths
Published on Apr 07, 2024 11:48 PM IST
Seeking validation for a fresh set of values
The 2024 general election will deliver a mandate to elevate the country as the third superpower while introducing fresh values that will shape policy directions
Published on Apr 01, 2024 08:11 AM IST
Who stands to gain from anti-corruption politics?
With the general elections looming, both the BJP and Congress are hoping to see these movement-based parties become embroiled in scandals.
Published on Mar 25, 2024 11:28 PM IST
The political message in electoral bonds findings
On March 14, the ECI made public the data on electoral bonds it received from State Bank of India. Can this cause a political storm?
Published on Mar 18, 2024 02:41 AM IST
High standards for people in high office
Pakistan SC’s rethink on its ZA Bhutto verdict raises questions about the integrity of those holding public office
Published on Mar 11, 2024 01:34 AM IST
Congress must mend ways to stay in the fray
If the Congress corrects its current flaws, it may have better days in the future. However, now it is too late for the Lok Sabha elections.
Published on Mar 04, 2024 07:42 AM IST
Congress to BJP, the art of making poll slogans
From Indira Gandhi to Narendra Modi, the art of turning issues into slogans for electoral success continues in Sandeshkhali, Bengal.
Published on Feb 26, 2024 12:28 PM IST
Restive farmers, responsive State
Agriculture in India needs redress — but its problems are not exceptional
Published on Feb 19, 2024 08:00 AM IST
In democracy, consensus essential to push agendas
The question is whether the days of consensus in democracy have come to an end.
Published on Feb 12, 2024 08:09 AM IST
Masks must be shed, and mutual respect for identities should stay
It is worth noting that no PM has yet greeted the nation with a Ram-Ram or a Sat Shri Akal outside of Parliament.
Published on Feb 05, 2024 08:09 AM IST
Nation on the cusp of a cultural renaissance
We gained Independence only 77 years ago. Civilisations cannot turn in such a short period, yet we are paving the way for a renaissance
Published on Jan 29, 2024 08:08 AM IST
Can a new multi-faith Ayodhya be made?
Ayodhya is fundamentally different from the Vatican. In a few years, Ayodhya will see temples and mosques standing together.
Published on Jan 22, 2024 04:21 PM IST
In the Ayodhya euphoria, politics comes full circle
The UP government had left no stone unturned in adorning Ayodhya. Is the Vatican for Hindus on the horizon?
Published on Jan 15, 2024 12:27 PM IST
Opposition yet to discover means for a fightback
The Opposition’s biggest difficulty is that if they attend the Ram temple consecration ceremony, they would be seen as toeing the BJP line
Published on Jan 08, 2024 06:35 PM IST
INDIA bloc’s 2024 bid also a race against time
INDIA bloc's metaphorical train is already behind schedule and will now need to accelerate at least three-fold to reach their intended destination.
Published on Dec 18, 2023 05:13 PM IST
Confront the wrath of the climate crisis, now
Is there still room to entertain the belief that the climate crisis will organically resolve itself?
Published on Dec 11, 2023 06:32 PM IST
The night that tested the resilience of Bhopal and India
Incidents such as the Bhopal gas tragedy underscore that we must prioritise every countryman’s life as the nation’s utmost responsibility.
Published on Dec 03, 2023 10:10 PM IST
In India’s post 26/11 response, a template Israel can follow
Consider the ramifications if India had responded with an all-out attack highlighting that effective governance demands strategic acumen.
Published on Nov 27, 2023 09:00 AM IST
In cricket and cinema, India’s spirit of unity
One hopes that the vitality exhibited in sports, film, literature, and cultural endeavours will continue to reject negativity in times to come.
Published on Nov 20, 2023 11:59 AM IST
Misuse of technology: An unrelenting threat
Nobody wants their personal information to be made public, but technology has made access to such information easy, introducing new threats.
Published on Nov 06, 2023 11:42 PM IST
When nations go to war, democracy is under stress
Tragedy in West Asia is aiding those who seek to split the world along sectarian lines
Published on Oct 30, 2023 12:36 PM IST
The trolls on social media are Ravanas of present times
Social media trolls are using incidents like hate crimes to spread fear and misinformation, undermining democratic values.
Published on Oct 23, 2023 05:27 PM IST
West Asia’s trauma and diplomatic doublespeak
Israel-Gaza conflict raises concerns about violations of international law. Humanitarian approach urged to avoid further tragedies.
Published on Oct 16, 2023 11:25 AM IST
Punjab within India, India within Punjab
Sikhs are self-reliant, confident, courageous, and inclusive. That is why they are widely accepted and respected throughout the country.
Published on Oct 09, 2023 12:35 PM IST
The enduring power of Gandhi’s ideology
Gandhi never compromised on his principles and stuck to his convictions even at the cost of his life. He continues to stay alive in our thoughts
Published on Oct 02, 2023 05:55 PM IST
Insulate women’s bill from party politics
The recent passage of the "Nari Shakti Vandan Bill" generates hope, but its timing raises questions about political motives
Published on Sep 26, 2023 12:43 AM IST
Divide and rule is the mantra as polls near
It is certain that in the following days, not only flowers but also thorns will appear in the political sphere.
Published on Sep 18, 2023 09:25 AM IST