The impact of COVID-19 and lessons for preventing future pandemics
By strengthening healthcare systems and fostering global collaboration, we can minimise the risk of future pandemics write Sumer Singh Ahluwalia and Saisha Anand COVID-19 has caused over 7,000,000 deaths worldwide, with countless others affected. These statistics barely begin to convey the immense impact of the pandemic, which brought loss to almost...
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the eternal journey of the soul
04 December 2024 | rajyogi Brahma kumar Nikunj Ji -
Delhi’s pollution crisis: A call for sustainable solutions
04 December 2024 | Rajdeep Pathak -
Breaking the stigma: Prioritising mental health for a happier, resilient future
03 December 2024 | Reshma A Sangodkar -
Workplace Gossip: A Double-Edged Sword
03 December 2024 | Sakshi Sethi -
Bullet train: A dream derailed by delays and cost overruns
03 December 2024 | Shivaji Sarkar -
Political stability: A catalyst for India’s renewable energy ambitions
02 December 2024 | Arif Aga -
learning must go on
02 December 2024 | Shainy Sharma
Freebies: A winning strategy or economic pitfall?
The growing trend of offering freebies in elections raises significant concerns about financial sustainability, governance and its impact on voters’ mindset A major factor contributing to the success of the respective political party in the just concluded elections in Maharashtra and Jharkhand was freebies - an acronym for “something given free...
Trump re-elected as the US President: Nationalism rises amid global shifts
His re-election is set to influence US immigration, trade and foreign policies while creating ripple effects across the globe Donald Trump has been re-elected as President of the United States, defeating Kamala Harris in a closely watched election. His return to power has sparked global speculation about potential shifts in US...
Transforming the Sporting Mindset
A holistic approach, encompassing administration, training and spiritual discipline, can transform sports On your marks, set, go. The gunshot fired and the cauldron rose rambunctiously as Usain Bolt scorched the track, adding to his ever-growing tally of medals. Contrast this with Indian athletes. Why is our mind prepared for the also-ran?...
The Eastern challenge to Western supremacy
As alliances between Eastern nations grow stronger, the American-led global order faces an existential challenge—one that could redefine the world’s balance of power What if everything you’ve been told about global conflicts is a carefully crafted narrative, designed to obscure the true motives behind the wars shaping our world? What if...
Educate. Advocate. Act Now: Confronting antimicrobial resistance
Awareness is crucial to stop misuse of antibiotics to stop antimicrobial resistance and its harmful side-effects As we observe ‘World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) 2024’ under the theme ‘Educate. Advocate. Act Now,’ we are reminded of both the remarkable achievements of antimicrobial medicine and the escalating threat posed by antimicrobial resistance...
Trump 2.0: Steep tariffs on cards
Trump’s policies are likely to create ripples across economies, including India The fireworks have started, even before people across the globe have ushered in Christmas and New Year’s festivities. The Trump presidency 2.0 could be a game changer, potentially recalibrating several global geopolitical and economic partnerships. First, the Biden era days...
Climate change and Lichens: The tiny titans of nature
Lichens, the silent guardians of our ecosystem, are under threat from climate change and need to be saved, write BKP Sinha and Arvind Kumar Jha Vibrant patches of colour adorning some tree trunks and rocks may draw your attention as you move in the forest. Although they appear as mere stains...
