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Aromas of Old Hyderabad: A journey through scented streets
By Ameera Aaiza The adage ‘Love is in the air’ is well-known, but have you ever felt a sense of nostalgia in the air? My recent trip to the Purana Shehar (Old…
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What are you saying Mohan Bhagwat Ji? Are you repeating mistakes of Sudarshan and Advani?
The year 2024 started with a massive campaign leading to the inauguration of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on January 22. It ended with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh’s mouthpiece, Organizer (December 29 edition),…
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After 40 years 337 tonnes of UCC waste transferred out of Bhopal for incineration
Bhopal: After repeated demands by the survivors of one of the world’s worst industrial disaster in Bhopal in 1984, which claimed several thousand people’s life, it took 40 long years for the…
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Manmohan Singh: A statesman who brought about historical changes in India
Amidst tearful mourning, it is time for a pause. One has to dispassionately recall former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh’s transcendental legacy. He led the nation from 2004 to 2014 for two consecutive…
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Unparliamentary behaviour in parliament pushes back functioning of democracy
The Parliament’s productivity in the recent Winter Session was a record low, with only 52% of scheduled work completed. Various factors, including disruptions and lack of quorum, contributed to the reduced output.…
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Withdrawal from Syria: Introspection time for Iran
The ouster of Syrian dictator, Bashar al-Assad came as a wakeup call for Iran, which has otherwise overcome many challenges since the 1979 revolution. It is time for Tehran to examine whether…
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Legendary cricket icon Syed Kirmani releases autobiography on 75th birthday
Legendary former Indian wicket-keeper Syed Kirmani, one of the players who led India to win the 1983 Cricket World Cup released his autobiography titled ‘Stumped: Life Behind and Beyond the Twenty-Two Yards’ on…
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Cricket: Gavaskar’s call to sack Siraj is not justified
When he was India’s best opening batsman, Sunil Gavaskar was a patient and careful player. He never played a single shot that was unwarranted. But now he seems to have made a…
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Yashasvi Jaiswal, 23, is a tough competitor who seems destined for glory
Within a short period, Yashasvi Jaiswal has emerged as the youth icon of Indian cricket. He celebrates his 23rd birthday on December 28, 2024 but already this tall slim youngster has compiled…
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Manmohan Singh: Architect of 1991 reforms and new economic era
New Delhi: Manmohan Singh, who is credited with successfully anchoring the sinking ship of the Indian economy by ushering in bold economic reforms under Prime Minister P V Narasimha Rao, died at…
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Many twists of life: A moving story of Ronaldo and his Tsunami devastated young Indonesian fan
When the devastating Tsunami struck several Asian countries on December 26th, 2004, an eight-year-old boy, Martunis, was washed away from his home in Banda Aceh. He managed to cling onto a piece…
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Fallout of change of regime in Syria: Some countries are whipping up Shia-Phobia
While commenting on one of my articles on recent developments in Syria an educated Sunni Muslim of India, (aged around 70) with having grasp on international affairs said: “You must understand that…
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Debate in Parliament is becoming a letdown; public should rise against such ugly scenes
As a voter, I feel let down by our members of parliament (MPs). Recent times have shown how a citizen, whether he is responsible enough to vote or not, should also be…
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Muslim leaders rally around Ambedkar issue to forge unity with Dalits against injustice
Hyderabad: The recent remarks by Home Minister Amit Shah against Dr. B.R. Ambedkar has created ripples across the socio-political landscape. Muslim organizations, Ulema, and community leaders are equally perturbed. This development is…
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Cricket: Soul-stirring story of match-fixer Vincent who is abandoned by family and friends
There was a time when Lou Vincent was considered one of New Zealand’s top cricket prospects. In 2001 he made his Test and ODI debut for the Black Caps and became an instant hit.…
