As India and China mark 75 years of diplomatic ties, we find ourselves not merely at a commemorative milestone but also at a pivotal juncture in Asian and global geopolitics. The relationship, once rooted in idealistic visions of Asian solidarity, has become a tightrope walk across a landscape defined by contested borders, strategic rivalry and … Read more
Pope Francis Pope Francis was noted for his humanity, personal warmth and humility. He fought war mongering, global indifference and a lack of concern for immigrants. He was definitely a people’s pope. His reaching out to all religions is part of a rich legacy that he leaves behind for us to carry forward. Matthew Adukanil, … Read more
At the Wankhede on Sunday night, the finish came with a flourish. With M.S. Dhoni, the man who immortalised picture-perfect climaxes at this venue with that shot over long-on on the night of the 2011 ODI World Cup final, stationed behind the stumps, Suryakumar Yadav dispatched Matheesha Pathirana for two consecutive sixes to complete a … Read more
Toiyeb Ashiq remains laser-focused on the upcoming JEE Advanced exam in May 2025. His goal is to study Computer Science Engineering at IIT, preferably in one of the top ones. | Photo by Special Arrangement From the snow-clad lanes of Srinagar to the top ranks of a fiercely competitive national exam, Toiyeb Ashiq’s story is … Read more
Few countries have a unique history of innovations and creativity that changed the world. Yet, India’s tryst with creativity and innovation ranges from the arts to science, from metallurgy to medicine, from astronomy and much more. As India works towards becoming a $5 trillion economy, it needs to rejig its approach to innovations, supported by … Read more
In India, poisoning rates are among the highest in the world. Childhood poisoning range from 0.33–7.6%, most commonly observed among children in the age group of 1–5 years. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), unintentional poisoning is a significant global public health problem. WHO estimates that unintentional poisoning accounts for a significant portion of emergency … Read more
On World Liver Day, observed on April 19, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for efforts to make the country fitter and healthier, through steps such as raising awareness about obesity and commended the push toward mindful eating and healthier living. Science Quiz: On liver health Stages of Metabolic dysfunction–associated steatotic liver disease START THE QUIZ … Read more
If education is to bring out and lead forth, then there should be commitment and investment from both teachers and students to lead and be led. | iStock/Getty Images In our age of edtech and edbiz, there is an important need to investigate and examine the very concept of education and what it entails. Like … Read more
A successful transplant can be a life-changing event for the woman who receives the uterus. Photograph used for representational purposes only | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto Major advances in reproductive medicine have enabled women to have successful pregnancies and deliver healthy babies by adopting either IVF (in vitro fertilisation), which began in the late 1970s … Read more
The image is used for representational purposes only. | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto Most retirees prefer rental income. But there comes a time when retirees may have to decide whether to continue earning rental income or sell the property and deposit the money in a bank. This week, we discuss the factors driving such phase … Read more