The recent clash between the Karni Sena and Samajwadi Party workers in Agra, marked by a massive rally by the Karni Sena and fervent support for Rajya Sabha MP Ramji Lal Suman by the SP, was more than a local skirmish. It was a stark display of caste politics tightening its grip on India’s democratic framework. This confrontation, rooted in mobilising caste-based vote banks, threatens social cohesion and undermines the integrity of India’s parliamentary democracy.

"The Blue Drum Case", "The Cement Bag Murders", and "The Snake Bite Conspiracy"—these chilling headlines read like plots from a crime thriller but are real-life cases exposing a grim reality in urban India.

Many cities in India are without safe and convenient pathways or pavements for pedestrians. In the past few years, there have been so many accidents of foot marchers and cyclists crushed to death by speeding trucks or buses and cars.

When Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the RSS headquarters in Nagpur recently, did he discuss a succession plan if he decides to quit in September after turning 75? Who will succeed Modi? This question is doing rounds in the political corridors of many state capitals. Even the opposition is waiting for a breakthrough should there be a change at the top.

The concept of ‘Waqf’ is rooted in Islamic laws and traditions. It refers to an endowment made by a Muslim for charitable or religious purposes, such as building mosques, schools, hospitals, or other public institutions.

Waqf has always been meant to help the community by providing education, healthcare, housing, and support for the poor. However, problems like mismanagement, corruption, and inefficiency have often prevented Waqf properties from benefiting those who need them most. The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, aims to fix this by making the system more transparent, efficient, and focused on reducing poverty.