Kumkum Chadha

Irrespective of the fate of the likes of Akash Anand in BSP and Abhishek Banerjee in TMC, nepotism has by and large ruled the roost in Indian politics and spread its tentacles across political parties, including the Congress and the ruling BJP. Should privilege outdo merit?

A century after Clara Zetkin’s call for women’s liberation, March 8 remains a symbolic gesture—a day for stocktaking, not celebration

The recently concluded Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj was not just a religious gathering; it was a grand spectacle where spiritual devotion clashed with VIP privilege, leaving millions of ordinary pilgrims to fend for themselves in chaos, filth, and neglect

The deportation of undocumented Indian nationals sent back in shackles on a US military flight sparked an outrage in India. It also hurt Prime Minister Narendra Modi and India’s image for its failure to stand up for the dignity of its citizens. Former foreign secretary and later India’s ambassador to the US NIRUPAMA RAO shared her angst with KUMKUM CHADHA while talking about the significance of the recent Trump-Modi meeting in the US

As Parliament echoes with words, the future of INDIA bloc remains uncertain

This year’s awards reflect a stark duality—on one hand, the recognition of divisive figures aligned with the ruling ideology, and on the other, the celebration of unsung heroes whose quiet contributions embody India’s true spirit