Tainted Emergency of past returns to haunt us
This is with reference to the manner in which the government is involving itself to prevent protests against corruption allegations levelled against an ECI chief. It is unfortunate to witness what feels like an undeclared emergency by the government. The protesters are young and the topic of their protest is very clear. The allegations are not being investigated instead they ar
Begging seems to be on the wane in Mumbai
I have observed that begging is on the wane in Mumbai. This does not imply that beggars have disappeared. They are very much there, but their numbers are not increasing. That's significant. In fact, there is an imperceptible decline in their numbers. In the coming months, this decrease will become...
Don’t fall for dubious jobs-for-cash schemes
A few days back, a brother and sister, Manoj and Manisha Talekar of Taleigao were duped of Rs 27 lakh and Rs 25 lakh, respectively by a person by giving Manoj a fake job order for the post of excise commissioner and assured Manisha the post of deputy director of...
Youth up in arms to protect democracy
The youth and people of India have taken to the streets to defend their democratic rights—rights that seem to be taken for granted by ministers and the Election Commission. A corrupt system has left voters no choice but to demand accountability, pushing out ministers and officials who ignore their voices...
Youth up in arms to protect democracy
The youth and people of India have taken to the streets to defend their democratic rights—rights that seem to be taken for granted by ministers and the Election Commission. A corrupt system has left voters no choice but to demand accountability, pushing out ministers and officials who ignore their voices...
