Across the isle by P Chidambaram: When debate is stifled The article argues that the government has systematically closed avenues for the Opposition to initiate free-wheeling discussions on urgent public… Updated: December 7, 2025 15:43 IST
Fifth column by Tavleen Singh: Did Putin deserve a hero’s welcome? The piece questions the “realpolitik” defense, contrasting the event with the suppression of dissidents like Alexei Navalny and highlighting the… December 7, 2025 05:16 IST
The time-tested spirit of Druzhba-Dosti India’s time-tested ties with Russia have passed through a challenging period as it did not join western nations in condemning Russia’s invasion,… December 6, 2025 06:57 IST
Time to reconsider GM seed as a tool Policymakers face a delicate task of ensuring food security and farmer welfare while maintaining public trust and ecological integrity December 6, 2025 06:30 IST
Growth in times of (no) inflation Monetary policy trajectory appears to be entering a phase of pause with neutral stance. Updated: December 6, 2025 06:20 IST
An early Xmas gift Another rate cut in February would not be unwarranted for the sake of growth. December 6, 2025 00:28 IST
Seeds of change While India is still debating the scope of GM crop cultivation, it can’t ignore the global momentum December 5, 2025 10:07 IST
Get ready for an overdue Fed overhaul Unless the next Fed chair shakes the institution out of complacency, continued policy-induced volatility and intensifying political attacks are all… Updated: December 5, 2025 09:40 IST
Tackling pollution Public transportation in the NCR can make a big difference. December 5, 2025 00:22 IST
Revisiting citizen-centric saving models Both the POSB and the EPFO are key to enhance our financial system’s ability to deliver value to the Indian citizen’s… December 3, 2025 23:48 IST
Shift from silence to discourse A disclosure-based regime is more than transparency: it’s about cultivating trust. December 3, 2025 23:35 IST
In a spot It’s good that RBI hasn’t tried to artificially shore up Re’s value, but policymakers must read the warning signals. December 3, 2025 22:56 IST
Making socialism great again? US is moving towards an economy where the govt is a player on the field rather than a referee December 3, 2025 08:08 IST
Shifting goal posts for $5-trillion economy Due to slower-than-expected nominal growth in dollar terms and steady weakness of the rupee, this objective may be achieved four… December 3, 2025 07:59 IST
DoT mandates are sprints to nowhere DoT is responding to real problems, but without the discipline of consultation. Updated: December 3, 2025 07:07 IST
Muskian future of work: An OTT series without a plot Musk’s version of the future feels like an OTT series that has not yet figured out its plot. For a… December 2, 2025 20:59 IST
A fair runway Flyers can’t be subjected to sudden, sharp fee hike due to prolonged legal disputes between airports and airlines. December 1, 2025 22:52 IST
Move fast on free trade The antidote to protectionism lies in greater openness; India can easily reduce tariffs December 1, 2025 06:00 IST
10 Photos Hema Malini unlocks rare memories of Dharmendra; shares never-seen pictures of the late actor 1 month agoNovember 27, 2025
12 Photos In pictures: PM Modi shares glimpses of spectacular Dev Deepawali celebrations in Varanasi 2 months agoNovember 6, 2025
