Modi: The Naked Truth of Gujarat
The spectre of the 2002 Gujarat Riots has loomed large over Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Despite consistent denials of state complicity, a new BBC documentary has raised questions that have haunted the country for two decades.
India: On Defeatism and Ideology
In view of certain objectionable remarks that have emerged, it is vital to remember that ideology—not hypocrisy—should be the master. If the hypocrisy generated of lethargy and cowardice is not eradicated, it will feed defeatism, which is unwarranted and destructive.
Leadership: Between Romanticism and Realism
For centuries, what constitutes good leadership has been an intriguing subject. In South Asia, such paradoxes in theories in the context of nation-building are exemplified by the propensity of the general public to transform their enthusiasm into slavish loyalty.
Bollywood: India’s Propaganda Tool
In Modi\’s India, the religious extremists and ultra-nationalists are using the media as a tool of propaganda to justify their unjustifiable atrocities and violence against Muslims and other minorities in India.
Agnipath: Game-Changer for India?
As India takes to the “Paths of Fire”, can Pakistan afford to remain sound asleep?
Preventive vs. Creative Aim in Pakistan’s Founding Vision
Pakistan, the vision of founding fathers, and the aim of a separate homeland – March 23, 1940, unreserved triumph or unfinished business?
The Times They Are A-Changin’
Russia has invaded Ukraine. The whole world is experiencing the tremors. How is the World Order changing? Where will this current flux lead the world?
South Asia: In the Midst of a European Conflict
The implications of the ongoing crisis are not only limited to Europe. The Russian intervention will produce indispensable ramifications for South Asia as well. As gas and oil prices will face a surge amid the crisis in Europe, this will likely cause a severe recession for South Asian economies and will hamper the manufacturing capacities.
Rights Violations in India’s Karnataka
![Muslim female students wearing hijabs are denied entry to classrooms in Udupi, reflecting rights violations in India's Karnataka [Image Credits: AP]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/202202asia_india_udupi_hijab.webp)
Female Muslim students barred from entering their classrooms for wearing a hijab walk outside their college in Udupi, Karnataka, India, violating their basic right.