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The latest editorials in podcast form by leading writers and columnists from the pages of the Indian Express.
Express ViewThe latest editorials in podcast form by leading writers and columnists from the pages of the Indian Express.
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172
November 1, 2022
Questions on Morbi bridge collapse must be answered (1 November)Subscriber Only
Providing relief is just the starting point. The bigger concern should be to understand why the bridge collapsed just four days after it was reopened. This is important for the sake of ensuring accountability and...
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171
November 1, 2022
Bad air, again (1 November)Subscriber Only
The NCR's pollution problem is a complex interplay of the emissions from tailpipes of vehicles, agricultural activities in neighbouring states, industrial activities and geographical factors such as wind speeds. Delhi and Punjab governments must keep...
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170
November 1, 2022
President Lula and his spectacular comeback (1 November)Subscriber Only
Even as Europe and the West are seeing the election of right-wing, populist governments that often fan nativist sentiments, Latin America seems to be developing a new Green leftism.
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169
October 31, 2022
Why Delhi is lukewarm to Putin’s praise of India (31 October)Subscriber Only
The Russian President’s overture to Europe, and praise for India at the Valdai Club are overshadowed by his escalating war rhetoric. His remarks sought to throw a very different light on India’s “neutrality” in the...
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168
October 31, 2022
Twitter: Now owned by Elon Musk (31 October)Subscriber Only
Musk’s takeover of the platform sets stage for more disruptions in Big Tech. The challenge needs all his talent – and more.
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167
October 28, 2022
Game of Thrones: The wait is almost over (28 October)Subscriber Only
Having his mortality brought up again and again can’t be pleasant for George R R Martin. A little grace and understanding from the demanding fans is due.
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166
October 28, 2022
Genetically modified food crop in India (28 October)Subscriber Only
The Narendra Modi government shouldn’t waste time in accepting the recommendation of its GM products watchdog. The main sowing season for mustard is from October to mid-November. An early decision will allow seed multiplication for...
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165
October 28, 2022
What the new UN climate report reveals (28 October)Subscriber Only
It is a nudge for countries to upscale climate ambitions. It cannot be done in silos.
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164
October 27, 2022
Government crackdown on ‘Miya museum’ (27 October)Subscriber Only
The attempt to link Miya cultural politics with Islamist terrorism and illegal immigration threatens to further vitiate an already polarised environment. The state's political leadership needs to respect, and in fact celebrate, the multiple cultural...
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163
October 27, 2022
Healthy boundaries: Lessons to learn from cats (27 October)Subscriber Only
The world today is built to blur important lines – be it the one between work and leisure, noise and information, or society and private life. In such a world, cats offer a model of...
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162
October 26, 2022
Pakistan’s removal from FATF grey list (26 October)Subscriber Only
The move underlines that forcing Pakistan to scale down cross-border terror is a long haul.India's interests lies in playing the long game in these diplomatic battles with the goal of making the region more stable...
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161
October 26, 2022
Virat Kohli’s performance in World Cup (26 October)Subscriber Only
On Sunday, a champion was reignited. And a game was won.
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160
October 25, 2022
No COP out on climate justice (25 October)Subscriber Only
The upcoming UNFCCC meet must address equity related issues, especially on climate financing.
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159
October 25, 2022
Why Mumbai needs to romance the sea even more (25 October)Subscriber Only
Promenades and viewing points can be great levellers. The real work of urban planning, as the world slips deeper into the climate emergency, is to rethink the approach to public spaces.
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158
October 25, 2022
T20 leagues are no match for the World Cup (25 October)Subscriber Only
T20 leagues are no match for the World Cup. India-Pakistan game on Sunday revealed the pull of national teams.
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157
October 21, 2022
The challenges in the global economy (21 October)Subscriber Only
Global economic environment remains challenging. Policy makers must proceed with caution, be mindful of the risks.
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156
October 21, 2022
Death of a worker (21 October)Subscriber Only
Outward migration from India is unlikely to subside in the near future even though wages in Gulf nations are no longer competitive. Public policy must factor in these trends. The Centre could start a conversation...
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155
October 21, 2022
The Yossarian type (21 October)Subscriber Only
Given the inordinate amount of research now being carried out across the world, isn't it possible that, like the “meetha khoon” types, all the others who think they are in destiny's cross-hairs, too, could be...
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154
October 20, 2022
Mallikarjun Kharge: The new in the jaded (20 October)Subscriber Only
As new president, Kharge must know it can't be Congress politics as usual. His first challenge: Work out the rules of engagement with the Gandhi family.
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153
October 20, 2022
Pakistan may be back to backing Imran Khan (20 October)Subscriber Only
His wins in the latest by-polls are a warning to the ruling establishment that he may be regaining his popularity. The general election is due next summer, but Khan's demand for an early election is...
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152
October 20, 2022
BTS and Army: Conscription and the myth of the ‘borderless’ artist (20 October)Subscriber Only
Members of BTS, among the most popular bands in the world, have to serve in the South Korean military. That's telling.
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151
October 7, 2022
Iran protests and a moment of resonance and resistance (7 October)Subscriber Only
As Iranian women snip off locks of their hair, their protest resonates among women everywhere.
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150
October 7, 2022
No respite from inflation (7 October)Subscriber Only
For oil-importing countries like India – the country imports around 80 per cent of its requirements – elevated crude oil prices pose problems at multiple levels. A reversal in prices will increase the cost of...
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149
October 7, 2022
Amit Shah’s visit: Listening in Jammu and Kashmir (7 October)Subscriber Only
To bring the peace, development and welfare that the Modi government promises, it is time to hold an assembly election in Jammu and Kashmir. The sooner the better.
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148
October 6, 2022
This year’s Nobel winners in Physics (6 October)Subscriber Only
The story of this year’s Nobel Prize in Physics is a wonderful testament to the remarkable tenacity of scientists. Their success is a vindication of the argument that reputations or past achievements count for little...