BUSINESS
TN political parties must not go soft on terror
The worry in Tamil Nadu is that the assassins' release will again fan the flames of separatism that have over the decades, been more or less extinguished in the state
BUSINESS
Supreme Court’s EWS verdict may have opened a can of worms
The Supreme Court’s split 3:2 verdict on the validity of the 10 percent reservation for EWS raises several questions, leaves the door open for states to make their own interpretations, and potentially attempt to raise quotas to well beyond the 50 percent ceiling
BUSINESS
Tamil Nadu | Will the EPS-OPS political rivalry sink the AIADMK?
On display is Edappadi K Palaniswami’s inability to strike a decisive blow against O Panneerselvam despite having overwhelming support within the AIADMK general council, and perhaps the cadre too is pitching the AIADMK into more turbulent waters
POLITICS
With Delhi visit, is MK Stalin preparing for a greater role in national politics?
The DMK’s opposition to the BJP is often more extreme than the Congress or the communists on several issues. This, MK Stalin hopes, would give him an edge in putting together an anti-BJP front at the national level
POLITICS
Election Results 2022 | BJP marches ahead, Opposition faces crisis of confidence
With a little over two years to go for the general elections, the March 10 results have given the BJP a big fillip as it seeks to cement its position as the natural party of governance. The Congress and regional parties will watch this result with anxiety
TRENDS
Shane Warne added sheen to the game of cricket
Frailty in a star makes them even more charismatic. Shane Warne did have his flaws, mostly with his behaviour off the field. However, his shortcomings hardly dimmed the aura of his achievements
BUSINESS
Virat Kohli chose to jump before being pushed
Virat Kohli’s decision to step down as Test captain may have helped avert an even bigger confrontation with the BCCI in which there could have only been one winner. It will also help prolong his career in all formats of the game
BUSINESS
BCCI Vs Virat Kohli | Whoever wins, Indian cricket will be the loser
The ball is now in the BCCI's court to respond to Virat Kohli's allegations. So far the response seems to have been through leaks from ‘sources’ that a show cause notice will be sent, and that Kohli was not accessible after the matches to the team, and even BCCI officials, etc.
POLITICS
Tamil Nadu Polls | TTV Dhinakaran is caught between a rock and a hard place
TTV Dhinakaran’s efforts to ‘recapture’ the AIADMK from ‘traitors’ took a severe beating with VK Sasikala stepping aside from active politics and tacitly asking her supporters to back the AIADMK in the upcoming elections
POLITICS
Puducherry Politics | A clueless Congress loses its toehold in South India
With assembly elections around the corner, it is possible to argue that V Narayanasamy’s loss is not as great as it may have been had he been toppled earlier. But it appears that the BJP has a plan for Puducherry, and removing Narayanasamy was an important part of it
BUSINESS
Telangana Politics | YS Sharmila’s indecipherable political move
How does YS Sharmila build a party in Telangana from scratch? She knows only too well the odds against her. So, why is she posturing? What is her real game?
INDIA
Dr. V Shanta’s contribution to cancer treatment in India has no parallel
Thousands of cancer patients are alive today because more than 60 years ago, a frail lady believed it was possible.
BUSINESS
Driving away investors with acts of violence is the surest way to keep India poor
Big business is welcome so long as it operates within the rules. The government must reach out to the public and explain that it is such large groups with their large investments that can help transform India faster
MARKETS
Courageous reforms in agriculture sector long overdue. Government must not yield now
The farm laws are meaningful liberalisation-oriented reforms aimed at reducing government control over the agriculture sector. Buckling under pressure on this issue will set the clock back on reforms by several years
BUSINESS
SC verdict on Chennai-Salem highway a boost for development
In the past four years, Tamil Nadu has seen many protests against infrastructural and industrial projects. The Chennai-Salem expressway is one such project facing protests
BUSINESS
Elections prove that there’s yet no political rival to Prime Minister Narendra Modi
The Opposition needs to reinvent itself, but from where does it start? Into the seventh year of his term, Prime Minister Narendra Modi does not appear to have a rival as far as the eye can see
BUSINESS
Cricket | Has MS Dhoni overstayed in the game?
This year it was sad to see Dhoni unable to time the ball or pierce the field, and generally struggle like an aged musician trying hard to hit the right notes
BUSINESS
MS Dhoni’s legacy is far bigger than glittering trophies and towering statistics
His ability to treat triumph and disaster just the same, both of which he saw plenty of as India's captain, is integral to the making of the legend
BUSINESS
74th Independence Day | Is room for reasoned debate shrinking?
Freedom of speech and expression is one of the core principles at the heart of a true democracy. A genuinely nationalist narrative must ensure that all opinions are heard, however uncomfortable they may be
INDIA
Jayaraj-Bennix killing | A fatal mix of police brutality and State inaction
The brutal custodial torture and killing of father-son duo Jayaraj and Bennix in Tamil Nadu has presented an opportunity to demand and push through the Prevention of Torture Bill that has been pending for over a decade
POLITICS
Modi Govt 2.0 | Centre-state ties go downhill
COVID-19 was a good opportunity for the Centre to repair relations with the states and rebuild trust. Instead, it seemed keener to use the crisis to emphasise its dominance, and show who the boss was
POLITICS
There’s hope in Tamil Nadu’s fight against COVID-19
A few errors from the state government and the inevitable easing measures have countered the good work done so far—but, with one of the better public health systems in India, Tamil Nadu has the capability to flatten the curve
