Viewpoints

The Battle for Representation: Southern States and the Future of Indian Democracy‍

Dr Nishant A.Irudayadason Professor of Philosophy and Ethics, Jnana-Deepa Institute of Philosophy & Theology, Pune. The controversy surrounding the proposed delimitation of parliamentary constituencies in India has reignited an old and contentious debate about representation, federalism, and the

The Day of the Beast

Ponmala In the days of monarchical rule, the king was a law unto himself. But, even in those days when the matters of the state were run according to the whims and fancies of the ruler, there was an unwritten moral code by which the people judged their kings as righteous or not. And when […]

Manmohan Singh: The Quiet Reformer Who Shaped Modern India

Dr Nishant A.Irudayadason Professor of Philosophy and Ethics, Jnana-Deepa Institute of Philosophy & Theology, Pune. In the long and illustrious history of Indian politics, few figures are as enigmatic and impactful as Dr Manmohan Singh. A man of impeccable integrity, intellect, and quiet determination, Dr Singh’s legacy as a former Prime Minister and economist continues […]

Trump Trumps America

Ponmala America, a nation that boasts of being the greatest democracy on earth, has heralded the return of monarchy. Donald Trump has the White House, the Senate, the House, the Supreme Court, the popular vote and the absolute power to commit any executive crime as President with immunity. Hail Emperor Trump the Great who’ll make […]

Christmas in a Divided Age: Secularism, Fundamentalism, and the Spirit of Unity

Prof Dr Nishant A. Irudayadason Pontifical Athenaeum Jnana Deepa As December approaches, the air fills with anticipation of Christmas, a season celebrated for its spirit of joy, goodwill, and togetherness. In India, Christmas transcends the boundaries of its religious origins, embraced by people of diverse faiths and cultural traditions. Yet, amidst the glittering decorations, carol […]

The Crib Beckons

Ponmala When Caesar took the census of his kingdom, Mary’s babe had its head downward, ready to come out. As fate would have it, Joseph had to take his wife along for the census to distant Bethlehem, his ancestor King David’s place of origin. And simultaneously three wise men set out from the east, their […]

Hindus call off rally through Christian villages in eastern India

Dayal among three awarded for promoting religious freedom, civil liberties