A century after Tagore’s peace-seeking visit to China, his vision of civilisational harmony urges India and China to revive their deep cultural ties...

Delhi's alarming air pollution—exacerbated by vehicular emissions, construction dust, tree felling, and garbage burning—is a manifestation of...

The growing radicalism in Bangladesh, exacerbated by external interference and neglect of key fault lines, has put democracy and religious tolerance...

Under the influence of uneducated, ill-motivated religious preachers, Muslims in India appear to have kept themselves aloof from progressive thoughts...

The concept of affirmative action has served its purpose by uplifting backward castes; now, it’s time to transcend caste by catering specifically to...

Long-term solutions are needed to improve the living and working conditions of unorganised sector workers

Learning from the May 13 billboard collapse in Mumbai, municipal bodies should regularly audit billboard stability and restrict oversized signboards...

Encroachment is not limited to those seeking economic opportunities; even the wealthy and influential want their share of public space

Cognizance of failed attempts as well as proper insight can help craft an improved plan for regularisation of unauthorised colonies in the NCT of...

Controlling population is key for any polity to enjoy the fruits of progress

The escalation of fines on traffic violation is complementary to India’s reputation as a country plagued by fatal road accidents and untimely deaths

Civic and law enforcement authorities must proactively cater to the encroachment-plagued urban settlements