Brahman politics of Madhya Pradesh (Viewed 102 times)
Written by N.D.Sharma
In a Panchatantra tale, a barber goes to an abode of Jain monks, pays his obeisance and reverently invites them to partake of their meal at his house. The chief monk retorts somewhat irritably: "Shraavak, you are a knowledgeable person. Are we like Brahmans that you invite us ...
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Published on July 23, 2008 In General
Is this an Honourable victory for Dr.Manmohan Singh? (Viewed 256 times)
Written by Girish Nikam
Is the victory of the UPA Government in the Confidence vote an honourable victory? This question will remain always just like P.V.Narasimha Rao's victory in 1993, when he had won the confidence vote.In 1993, there were only whispers about votes having been bought. There were no ...
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Published on July 23, 2008 In General
Corridor Whispers (Viewed 139 times)
Written by Insider
Team Advani Jittery-------------------------The trust vote has put the BJP in a spot. Whatever may be the outcome on July 22, Team L.K. Advani does not like the ever changing equations in Delhi durbar. The calculations that even in the event of fall of the UPA, the BJP may not emerge ...
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Published on July 22, 2008 In General
The unfolding "greek tragedy"—did Manmohan Singh "bargain" for this "deal"? (Viewed 383 times)
Written by Girish Nikam
During the last over a year and half when the nuclear issue dominated(it continues to dominate) the media space, this column had consistently taken a stand that though it looked like a personality clash between two people, Prime Minister Dr.Manmohan Singh and CPI(M) General Secretary ...
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Published on July 21, 2008 In General
For every party, its interest is National Interest! (Viewed 199 times)
Written by N.R.Mohanty
For many, the nuclear debate has spun off the welcome ideological debate in Indian politics. But for others ideology may be just a veneer for cold political calculations. After all, no individual or organization -- at least those who nurture ambitions to make it big in the power stake ...
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Published on July 21, 2008 In General
Morality Vs Realpolitik, BJP prefers latter in Karnataka (Viewed 339 times)
Written by A. Jayaram
Within a month and a half of being in office, the BJP Government in Karnataka has indulged in actions which raise serious questions of morality.The resignation of the three Congress and two Janata Dal (Secular) MLAs from the Assembly to join the BJP has made even the most ardent supporter ...
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Published on July 18, 2008 In General
Arushi's dad, sad; but what about all the other cases of police savagery? (Viewed 714 times)
Written by N.D.Sharma
Noida's Arushi murder case has once again underlined the threat the police has become to the civilised society in this country. Dr Rajesh Talwar could escape the police attempt to send him to the gallows or a life in prison for ...
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Published on July 16, 2008 In General
History has proved--- Left cannot be isolated (Viewed 503 times)
Written by Nilotpal Basu
Preparations for the confidence vote in parliament are on. The outcome will not only determine the future of the nuclear deal but also the manner in which the political process will play out in the country. From reactions in the mainstream media, it is obvious that there is a great ...
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Published on July 15, 2008 In General
Corridor Whispers (Viewed 390 times)
Written by Insider
UNPA---losing leaders----------------------------The UNPA is running out its leaders. First Jayalalithaa was appointed as its chairperson but by the time, the 'third front' gang met for the second time, Jaya was replaced by Mulayam Singh Yadav. Now that Mulayam Singh has ...
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Published on July 15, 2008 In General
Elitist Bias of the Mainstream Media (Viewed 516 times)
Written by N.R.Mohanty
The first aim of the journalist is to interest; of the historian it is to instruct – of course the good journalist and the good historian try to do both, said A. J .P. Taylor, the noted historian. I am not so sure of good history-writing, but there is a lot of good journalism ...
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Published on July 15, 2008 In General
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