Commentary
Goa and private universities
Private universities are often presented as charitable institutions that bring modern infrastructure, new-age courses, and industry-oriented education. Institutions such as Manipal University, Amity University, and Birla Institute of Technology and…
Through orchards and time
Rooted in centuries of Portuguese grafting tradition and recognised today through GI tags, Goa’s mango…
Pitch for sustainable growth in Goa
It has been a case of rampant degradation and destruction of the state’s environment which…
Give hope a chance
As New Year kicks in, government and people must resolve to improve happiness index There…
EDM death: Report points to mix of drugs, alcohol
Panaji: The preliminary report into the death of Delhi youth, who died in a hospital…
Lasted Commentary
Changing face of India’s military might
Nation’s passage from the Kargil war of 1999 to the Operation Sindoor of 2025 reflects a striking evolution in military…
Tighten safety norms at workplaces
Economic Survey has highlighted workplace hazards. It says that Occupational Safety and Health regulations are not to be seen as…
Peep into ‘merit vs domicile’ debate
Globally and nationally, there is unanimity that federalism is a basic structure of Indian state. Therefore, state universities and colleges…
Power games in BJP over ‘retirement’
“In the Congress, we play out our faction fights in the public glare, the BJP does it behind closed doors,”…
Epidemic of loneliness and isolation
People of all ages need connections that matter. Having the friendship and support we need is a fundamental part of…
India must resist US pressure on trade
Two hot button items that appear to have emerged are US push for exports of GM crops and exports of…
Quiet revolution of Prabhakar Bhide
In an age of shrinking attention spans and rising superficiality, he stands out as a cultural anchor building ecosystems while…
Tiger roars again in Maharashtra
For nearly six decades since he founded the Shiv Sena in 1966, Bal Keshav Thackeray’s party has been the noisy…