'We do not see Sabarimala as a political dividend issue': Rajeev Chandrasekhar
What happened in Sabarimala was an insult; it was sacrilege, the BJP state president added
By Nirmal Jovial March 22, 2026
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What Kerala needs today: Shashi Tharoor shares his vision with THE WEEK
Colachel battle and the subsequent reforms by Marthanda Varma offer a historical blueprint for Kerala's present-day economic and structural challenges
By Shashi Tharoor March 22, 2026
Whose vision of change will Kerala voters embrace? CPI(M), Congress, BJP promise ‘new age’
As Kerala assembly polls 2026 approach, factors like youth aspirations, community identities, and development strategies are shaping the electoral narrative
By Nirmal Jovial March 22, 2026
‘CPI(M) travelling on the same path as BJP’: V.D. Satheesan
The CPI(M) in Kerala has taken many positions that are closer to the extreme right, said the Kerala opposition leader
By Nirmal Jovial March 22, 2026
'CPI(M) believes a party's opinion should not be imposed on matters like Sabarimala': M.A. Baby
The party general secretary also said that if those associated with the CPI(M), who held certain responsibilities in Sabarimala, are found guilty, they will be removed from the party without anyone even demanding it
By Nirmal Jovial March 22, 2026-
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Why women's mental health matters more
Sparked by conversations at the recent Mpowering Minds Summit 2026, THE WEEK examines the pressures and patterns stifling women and explores what it will take to dismantle the expectation of silent endurance
By Pooja Biraia March 15, 2026 -
‘Mental health checks should be embedded in community health programme’: Neerja Birla
Neerja Birla, founder of Mpower and founder and chairperson of the Aditya Birla Education Trust, highlights the importance of support systems, sisterhood, and self-acknowledgement in overcoming societal stigma and navigating mental well-being challenges
By Pooja Biraia March 15, 2026 -
The stigma divide: Why young Indian women struggle to seek mental health help
Mental health for young women highlight a stark dichotomy where some suffer in silence due to shame and societal norms, while others face challenges in accessing and articulating their distress
By Anjuly Mathai March 15, 2026 -
Lovechild: How Masaba Gupta built a brand on authenticity and self-love
Masaba Gupta, the innovative Indian designer behind the brand Lovechild, has masterfully transformed personal experiences and societal stigma into a celebrated fashion label
By Karthik Ravindranath March 15, 2026 -
Mental game: Anju Bobby George's strategies for success off the field
Anju Bobby George shares her journey of overcoming immense challenges, proving that emotional resilience is as crucial as physical power for athletes
By Tisha Elizabeth Jacob March 15, 2026 -
‘Mental health is survival, not luxury for transgender community’: Akkai Padmashali
Transgender activist Akkai Padmashali highlights that mental health is not a luxury but a critical component of survival for marginalised communities
By Tisha Elizabeth Jacob March 15, 2026 -
Mother load: Why postpartum care for new mothers matters
Maternal mental health is a crucial aspect of new motherhood that often gets overshadowed by the celebration of a newborn
By Tisha Elizabeth Jacob March 15, 2026 -
Beyond the boardroom: Voices of women leaders on overcoming societal hurdles
A look at the complex realities of balancing a demanding career with family life, a struggle many women leaders, including Nooyi, have openly discussed, highlighting systemic issues and the need for wiser leadership frameworks
By Anjuly Mathai March 15, 2026 -
Beyond the seven islands: Inside the blueprint for ‘Third Mumbai’
The ambitious ‘Third Mumbai’ aims not just to decongest the mega city, but also to grow as a world-class city on its own
By Dnyanesh Jathar March 08, 2026
