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The wildlife bill needs a review

Updated on Dec 9, 2022 14:13 IST
It is well-known that in parts of the country, captured young elephants are put through torturous training methods and then transported as commodities, condemned to a lifetime of slavery and bonded labour. (HT PHOTO)

Lessons from the state polls

The Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh elections mark the beginning of an almost uninterrupted 18-month-long election cycle culminating in the Lok Sabha elections of 2024.
Updated on Dec 8, 2022 16:43 IST

Twin narratives from MCD polls

AAP workers celebrate at party headquarters after victory in MCD polls, New Delhi, on December 7, 2022 (ANI)
Updated on Dec 7, 2022 16:22 IST

Remain alert on the new temple disputes

In matters so communally sensitive, a routine case hearing can be enough to light a spark.
Published on Dec 6, 2022 13:03 IST

In Parliament, ensure debate

Analysis of Parliament data shows that this is part of a disturbing trend where over the past 15 years, the number of bills being passed in Parliament with little or no debate has grown.
Updated on Dec 6, 2022 12:56 IST

Big Tech cannot have a free lunch

The world over, news businesses battle a common dilemma: With revenues from traditional subscription models dwindling, more organisations want to pivot to sustenance from digital streams, given the surge in online readership and the possibility of expanding to new geographical locations and demographic groups. (AP)
Updated on Dec 6, 2022 03:35 IST

In Kabul, India takes a soft step

Afghan policemen stand guard next to Indian and Afghan national flags, at a check point in Kabul, Afghanistan.
Published on Dec 4, 2022 14:52 IST

A costly compromise on coal in the West

Coal and other fossil fuel sources will continue to hold sway in large parts of the world for some years to come.
Published on Dec 4, 2022 14:50 IST

Why municipal polls are crucial

Delhi Chief Minister and AAP Convener Arvind Kejriwal in New Delhi, November. 29, 2022 (PTI)
Updated on Dec 2, 2022 15:19 IST

What the GDP numbers say

The next Budget will be this government’s last full-fledged one before the 2024 general elections, although nothing prevents the government from making big bang announcements in the Interim Budget in 2024.
Published on Dec 1, 2022 14:07 IST

Time is right for a digital rupee

Technology holds immense potential to revolutionise money along with the decades of institutional checks and balances developed in the aftermath of financial crises. (Bloomberg)
Updated on Nov 30, 2022 15:02 IST

Tough road for Pakistan army chief

General Munir will now have to decide whether the TTP can still be counted among the “good militants”.
Published on Nov 29, 2022 14:47 IST

New low in the pollution fight

If the Punjab government has done anything to address any of these issues (pushing farmers to diversify into other crops, for instance; or repealing the ground water law, as damaging as it would be) it has been remarkably silent on these. (HT PHOTO)
Published on Nov 28, 2022 12:55 IST

Taking the right step forward

What does same-sex marriage bring to this mix? It is the realisation of a crucial piece of civil rights, one that ensures that queer people are not discriminated when it comes to state recognition, financial services, government benefits and family planning and protection. (AFP)
Published on Nov 27, 2022 14:50 IST

Constitution’s courage, hope

As India marches towards the centenary of its Independence, it will need the power of the values enshrined in that document to create a better life for its citizens.
Published on Nov 25, 2022 15:06 IST

Pak army chief faces a tall task

Lieutenant General Asim Munir, who was named as the new chief of army staff (COAS) of Pakistan (via REUTERS)
Updated on Nov 25, 2022 03:11 IST

Iran football team’s uncommon bravery

Against this backdrop, the courage by the Iranian team is exemplary, befitting the legacy of conscientious defiance.
Updated on Nov 24, 2022 03:25 IST

Independence of ECI is crucial

Since it was set up in 1950, ECI has gained a reputation for honesty and excellence around the world.
Updated on Nov 24, 2022 03:24 IST

Decolonising India’s history

History writing is an inherently political act but there’s no reason it should rake up political rows. The ICHR project is a significant step forward. But it needs to be carefully thought through. (wikipaedia)
Updated on Nov 22, 2022 14:14 IST

A deepening climate divide

Delegates applaud as COP27 President Sameh Shoukry delivers a statement during the closing plenary at the COP27 climate summit in Red Sea resort of Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, November 20, 2022 (REUTERS)
Updated on Nov 21, 2022 14:56 IST

Look beyond politics on pension scheme

Data shows pension pay-outs form a quarter of the states’ own revenues (and more than half of the tax revenues in states such as Bihar and Uttarakhand (REUTERS)
Updated on Nov 21, 2022 15:03 IST