THURSDAY, 17 SEPTEMBER 2026

Let people have freedom to choose their faith


It's better for the ruling party to concentrate on good governance than minding other people's business. They should not interfere in matters of faith and choice of spiritual life, eg, which God to worship. 

Respect democracy and people's freedom of choice. For this people need protection from the fringe elements, who roam freely, unchecked, who enjoy political support. 

It should focus, instead, on ensuring that the needs of voters are taken care of, by providing facilities to people who have "elected" them. Concentrate on giving good transport, roads, electricity and water without disruption. Bring down the cost of fuel and domestic gas cylinder. 

The list can go on.


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Need to crack down on spurious drugs

AIRES RODRIGUES, Ribandar
Published Apr 17, 2022, 12:06 AM IST
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The menace of spurious drugs circulating in the market is claiming many lives or is delaying the recovery of gullible patients. Unfortunately there is no regulation on the manufacture of medicines in our country. Though on paper, the requirement for Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) exists but it is hardly adhered to.Small unauthorized units in remote parts of the country make spurious drugs and get these marketed through well-known companies. This is specially so in case of…

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