Commentary
India’s paradox of progress at 79
On August 15, 1947, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru delivered his immortal “Tryst with Destiny” speech to inaugurate a free India – a nation then grappling with a deeply fractured economy, mass…
The changing frame
As World Photography Day approaches on August 19, photographers talk about changes in their work,…
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
Ending paper leak menace
The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Act, 2026, was introduced after widespread protests over the NEET-UG paper leak…
Employment faces new reality
The student protests that dominated the headlines were triggered by an examination paper leak. But it would be a mistake…
Employment faces new reality
Work in future may increasingly be organised through projects, assignments, platforms and short-term engagements. The gig worker may no longer…
Goa deserves longer sessions
Rigorous public scrutiny by the legislature improves public policy, identifies unintended consequences, and ultimately strengthens public trust and democracy The…
Employment as the new infra
For decades, the story of development has been written in concrete and steel. Governments proudly unveiled highways, bridges, airports, railway…
Kosambi and true interdisciplinarity
Damodar Dharmanand Kosambi (31st July, 1907-29th June, 1966) is known for his interdisciplinary approach in research in science and social…
Decoding Goa’s electoral tides
In Goa, elections are not necessarily decided by what is visible on the political surface alone. Goa has repeatedly demonstrated…
Gen Z’s battle for accountability
Driven by digital satire and mass action, India’s youngsters forced a minister’s exit, proving street protests can disrupt power, though…