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RIGHT ANGLE
From fear to freedom: Can West Bengal rise to Tagore's ideals?
Rabindranath Tagore's vision in ‘Gitanjali’ of a society free from fear and divided by narrow walls resonates with West Bengal's current search for freedom
By Bansuri Swaraj -
OTHERWISE CRACKED
Embracing the grumpy old man within
Oldification is the humourous process of growing old, marked by distinct signs like increased irritability and a tendency to grumble about the world
By K.C. Verma -
SCALPEN
A life out of balance: When a brain tumour affects hypothalamus
The hypothalamus is the brain's conductor, a small but powerful almond-sized structure that governs functions like hunger, thirst, temperature, sleep, hormones, libido, and stress
By Mazda Turel -
POWERDRIVE
God save the archbishop
For an old institution, the Church of England has been fairly open to reforms, especially in the post-war era, ordaining women as priests, recognising gay and lesbian rights, and now getting a woman archbishop
By R Prasannan -
Summer journeys and sleepless nights
THE WEEK delves into the mystique of iconic train names and the evolution of travel experiences, touching upon contemporary developments and political reflections
By Philip Mathew -
SOUND BITE
How medieval war cries resurface in Pete Hegseth's political discourse
Pete Hegseth's mediaeval beliefs are evident in his tattoos, including a Jerusalem cross and "Deus Vult," which echo historical crusader sentiment and have recently resurfaced in controversial contexts
By Anita Pratap -
SCHIZO-NATION
From memes to movies: How Iran is winning the digital war against US
Iran crafts top-tier propaganda films, memes, and roasts, leveraging AI to reframe geopolitical conflicts, even trolling Donald Trump
By Anuja Chauhan -
MEDI-SCENE
Antibiotic resistance in India: A growing crisis and what we can do
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a silent crisis where microbes evolve to withstand the medicines meant to treat them, threatening to undo centuries of healthcare progress
By Dr Preetha Reddy -
LAST WORD
Lutyens evicted, Rajaji installed: Is India prioritising symbolism over substance?
New Delhi's Rashtrapati Bhavan has seen a significant symbolic shift with the removal of Edwin Lutyens' bust and the installation of C. Rajagopalachari, the first Indian Governor-General
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Power of quiet diplomacy: India's measured response to Iran war
India's Iran war diplomacy is effectively achieving results by protecting national interests, a departure from earlier foreign policy approaches
By Baijayant ‘Jay’ Panda -
Stephen Hawking's legacy: How Brain-Computer Interfaces promise new era of communication
BCIs are poised to revolutionise communication and mobility for people facing paralysis and neurodegenerative diseases
By Shyla Jovitha Abraham and Dr Jame Abraham -
LAST WORD
Echoes of war: Photos of Minab school tragedy demand justice
Photographs of over 100 graves being dug in Minab, Iran, have become an iconic image of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East
By Navtej Sarna -
How board of directors drive accountability and innovation
Board of directors act as guardians of the organisation, ensuring stability, fostering trust, and guiding strategic decisions while balancing shareholder and broader stakeholder interests
By Suresh Narayanan -
DE TOUR
How Camellia Panjabi elevated Indian food culture globally
Camellia Panjabi, renowned culinary expert, launches her new coffee table book, 'Vegetables: The Indian Way,' offering a definitive collection of Indian recipes and nutritional insights
By Shobhaa De -
India is more than a moment
India has long been referenced by too many European fashion houses and luxury brands
By Namrata Zakaria -
MANI-FESTO
When Manmohan Singh engaged Pervez Musharraf
Manmohan Singh knew finding a middle way in J&K was important
By Mani Shankar Aiyar -
LAST WORD
When separatism goes mainstream
Jamaat-e-Islami has backed at least 10 candidates across the valley
By Barkha Dutt -
Thank you, THE WEEK, for providing me a space
THE WEEK’s illustrious history and mission to tackle issues resonate with me deeply
By Amitabh Kant -
FORTHWRITE
Let us not politicise budget
Union Budget 2024 is a blend of ambition and pragmatic governance
By Meenakshi Lekhi -
BABY STEPS
Silverware for babies?
Silverware is ideal for serving food to both children and people with disabilities
By Lakshmy Ramanathan -
Bitter Chocolate
Goodbye, dear readers
If I seemed a bit too passionate, forgive me for my heart was in the right place
By Swara Bhasker -
POWER POINT
Tale of two public addresses in Maharashtra on Vijayadashami
The words of RSS chief in Nagpur and Thackerays in Mumbai have been followed closely
By Sachidananda Murthy -
Bibek Debroy on Partha Chatterjee and Kalinjara story
Small-ticket corruption has declined. But not the big-ticket Kalinjara variety
By Bibek Debroy -
Digital companies cannot afford to defy laws of the land, says Jyotiraditya Scindia
Necessity is the mother of invention. Regular instances of unlawful content
By Jyotiraditya Scindia -
IVORY TOWER
Tough for Singapore to balance its relationship with China, India: Sanjaya Baru
It was just as well that Arvind Kejriwal was ticked off for his Singapore sling.
By Sanjaya Baru -
LAST WORD
Big Ben and plucky Perera
The World Cup this year was like fantasy cricket. Many nerve-jangling matches
By Sanjay Manjrekar -
EVERYONE IS A CAMERA
Here is to healthy conversation
A couple of weeks back, I was in Thiruvananthapuram to attend a few meetings.
By Bose Krishnamachari -
LAST WORD
A wonk no more
The Pew Research Center did an analysis in January 2017 of president-elect Donald
By M.K. Bhadrakumar -
CANDID TALK
Make the impeachment process apolitical
Recently, 64 members of Parliament and seven recently retired MPs from seven
By Vinod Rai -
TRACK CHANGE
An open letter to the sports minister
Dear Shri Rathore, Congratulations for a successful showing at the Commonwealth
By Ashwini Nachappa