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Krishnamurthy SubramanianSep 8, 2020
Evidence shows that GDP decline is due to COVID-19. Economy is recovering strongly in unlock phase Subscriber Only
All countries including India used measures for liquidity, credit and transfers as all of these collectively impact aggregate demand. The recovery in the unlock phase is an outcome of these steps.
While we may estimate a sequential improvement in GDP growth in the second quarter, there is likely to be another massive contraction of (-) 10.4 per cent. Growth is likely to remain in negative territory
EditorialSep 8, 2020
Kesavananda Bharati case laid down important red lines, set scope and limits of amending Constitution.
EditorialSep 8, 2020
Bid to bully Kangana Ranaut recalls Sena’s bad old days. It also mirrors a pervasive sexism.
Ramin JahanbeglooSep 8, 2020
Though the normalisation agreement between the UAE and Israel has elicited a frenzy of media coverage, its impact on Iranian politics will depend on two other factors, which are the result of the presidential election
D. RajaSep 8, 2020
There is no doubt that COVID-19 has engulfed the entire world in just a few months. The closure of industrial units and the complete halt of air, rail and road traffic added to the woes
EditorialSep 8, 2020
Global food prices looking up would help more than hurt the only performing sector of Indian economy.
C. Raja MohanSep 8, 2020
Strategic communities can learn from all traditions of statecraft. Jaishankar’s book is a call to fill Indian deficit Subscriber Only
For Jaishankar, the Mahabharata is “the most vivid distillation of Indian thoughts on statecraft” and a "graphic account" of real-life situations and the complex challenges they present leaders. “The courage required to implement policy is,
EditorialSep 8, 2020
This is the front page of The Indian Express published on September 8, 1980.
Sep 7, 2020
Too soon for school Subscriber Only
NEP's vision for foundational stage of learning threatens the 'schoolification' and 'datafication' of early childhood.
Ramesh Pokhriyal NishankSep 7, 2020
Mass movement for literacy Subscriber Only
COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted perils of illiteracy. Government’s Padhna Likhna Abhiyan aims to mobilise people to make the country totally literate by 2030
EditorialSep 7, 2020
The first round of talks had got bogged down because the Assam leaders had insisted on preconditions before discussing the foreign nationals’ issue.
EditorialSep 7, 2020
Resumption of rail services is a far-reaching step. Delhi’s government and people must not relax vigil
EditorialSep 7, 2020
But to break stalemate, Delhi must convince Beijing that India has options and the resolve to explore them
Suranjali TandonSep 7, 2020
If the commitment to a fair and impartial system and a time-bound resolution of matters is to be met, the new processes, with reviews and anonymity, must ensure efficiency in case selection and consistency in
Abhishek SahaSep 7, 2020
At a time when the world battles growing concerns of statelessness, can India afford to have a community of second-class citizens in a state strategically important like Assam?
T M Thomas IsaacSep 7, 2020
The stand of Indian government is devoid of any macro-economic logic. It is not a contra-cyclical, but a pro-cyclical stance. And it is untenable, legally and morally.
Christophe JaffrelotSep 7, 2020
Supreme Court’s apparent reluctance to question government on consequential issues affects its moral authority Subscriber Only
Almost immediately after assuming office, in 2014, the Narendra Modi government blocked the elevation of Gopal Subramanium as a judge of the apex court.
Vikram S MehtaSep 7, 2020
Post-COVID ‘new normal’ might be marked by greater economic, social and political divisions Subscriber Only
It could see intensification of populism, further erosion of guardrails of basic human rights
Sep 6, 2020
K S Bajpai, at home in the world Subscriber Only
Whether for his role in Sikkim, or as a diplomat and friend, K S Bajpai will be remembered by history and his many friends and admirers.
Sep 6, 2020
Field notes from Thar Subscriber Only
A girl’s education is still considered secondary in many places, but the outlook is changing
P ChidambaramSep 6, 2020
The worst affected economy Subscriber Only
In a barren desert without any sign of water, the Finance Minister and the Chief Economic Adviser saw green shoots!
Tavleen SinghSep 6, 2020
If the Prime Minister steps out of his lovely garden and meets Indian and foreign investors he will discover quickly how hard it is to do business.
Leher KalaSep 6, 2020
Sushant Singh Rajput’s death provides a glimpse into the social forces that drive isolation Subscriber Only
We discover too late that the redemption narrative of karma so confidently espoused by our virtuous ancestors rarely comes to our rescue. Which is why we do the young a grave disservice by not emphasising
Sep 6, 2020
NEP will add to the existing rural-urban divide that has caused great damage to the marginalised Subscriber Only
Like previous policies, the NEP’s vision looks promising but will not bring about the structural changes needed for a more inclusive education system.
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