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An abhorrable practice
The SC's observation on witchcraft practices is a timely reminder that women still face humiliation under various pretexts In a landmark observation, the Supreme Court of India recently described the victimisation of women under accusations of witchcraft as a ‘blot on the constitutional spirit.’ The case before the apex court, involving...
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Clamour for caste census
20 December 2024 | Pioneer -
Not again!
19 December 2024 | Pioneer -
A timely assurance
18 December 2024 | Pioneer -
Economy slowing down
17 December 2024 | Pioneer -
Modi’s mantra
16 December 2024 | Pioneer -
One Nation One Election
14 December 2024 | Pioneer -
Empowering young innovators
13 December 2024 | Pioneer
Race for Delhi
With the Delhi Assembly elections on the horizon, the political temperature in the capital is rising As the Delhi Assembly Elections 2025 draw closer, the political landscape of the national capital is abuzz with activity. Major players—the incumbent Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and the Congress—are gearing...
It is getting hot!
Global warming is becoming reality as 2024 set to be the hottest year on record As global temperatures soar to unprecedented levels, 2024 is shaping up to be the hottest year on record, a grim milestone that underscores the accelerating crisis of climate change. European Union scientists have confirmed that...
Renewed vigour
PM Modi and the King Wangchuck’s meeting strengthens ties with the Himalayan kingdom and lays the groundwork for future collaboration India and Bhutan share a relationship rooted in historical ties, cultural affinity and a deep commitment to mutual progress. This bond was reaffirmed during a recent high-level meeting between Indian Prime...
End of an era
The fall of Damascus to rebel forces and Bashar al-Assad’s flight marks a watershed moment in Syrian history The Assad family’s grip on Syria, a legacy spanning more than five decades, has come to an end. The dramatic overthrow of Bashar al-Assad, following the rebel forces’ breach of Damascus, marks the...
Plunging into instability
France’s political instability and economic crisis deepens as Prime Minister Michel Barnier ousted in a rare no-confidence vote In a dramatic turn of events, French Prime Minister Michel Barnier was ousted in a no-confidence vote on December 5, 2024, marking a rare political upheaval in France’s post-war history. The motion, which...
Korean crisis
President Yoon Suk Yeol briefly declared martial law, a move that ignited domestic outrage and international condemnation A brief martial law was imposed in South Korea, a country known to have a stable democracy and prosperity to vie for. The South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol took this extreme step to...
No love lost
The relations between India and Bangladesh are on the ebb and if steps are not taken now, could deteriorate further The relations between India and Bangladesh, long characterised by cultural ties and strategic cooperation, have soured in recent months. Protests, diplomatic outrage and heightened security concerns are the latest manifestations of...
