#GauriLankeshKilled: Is assassination the new normal?
What killed Gauri Lankesh-her bullet injuries or hate? Was she killed as an individual or was her assassination aimed at eliminating a thought process, an […]
Beyond the Bullet Proof Lies a Heart
Many cannons have been fired from the shoulders of our soldiers by unscrupulous politicians and news anchors under the protective argument that ‘soldiers are dying […]
When Rains Fall, the Roads Break: Can We Prevent It?
The hilly area of Uttarakhand is a very fragile region highly prone to disasters. 90% of the passenger and freight transportation is dependent on roads. Despite […]
The ‘Burden’ of a Rich Forest Cover: A Call For Compensation
The Himalayan and Northeastern states in India complain that having an excess forest cover acts as a hindrance for their development. At a time marred […]
Uttarakhand’s Battling Interests: Time to Change Priorities?
Tourism and hydroelectricity generation are the major contributors to Uttarakhand’s economy. However, underutilisation of existing hydroelectricity projects, indifference towards environmental impact, proposal of new projects […]
Himalayas Beyond Selfies and 3-day Tour Packages
Long before travel agents colonised the Himalayan heights with their unmitigated exploitation of its pristine beauty in the name of promoting tourism and generating employment; […]
Democracy is in Danger When Leaders Become a Cult
In the interest of a vibrant democracy, it is imperative that the political leadership of the time is always subjected to critical questioning—both by the […]
Who Cries When a Journalist Dies?
Of the many threats that journalists face in India, criminal violence is just one. Apart from this, freedom of press is also curtailed by a […]
It’s Not Solely Our Democracy’s Fault
Have political incapacity and corruption reached a point of no return in India? Can we never salvage lost pride and trust in the political class? […]
How Much Can The Hills Take?
While the hills provide the visiting tourists a refreshing ambiance; an uncontrolled and highly concentrated tourism industry imposes heavy burdens on the meager resources. This […]