Category: Editorials

‘Golden bird’ will adorn this branch again!

   By Vijay Darda | 17-07-2023 The day is not far when there will be no better place to live than India ‘Jahan daal daal par sone ki chidiya karti hai basera, wo Bharat desh hai mera!’ We all occasionally sing this song from the film Sikandar E Azam, released some 58 years ago. Written by lyricist Rajendra Krishan, this

Why is France burning so badly?

   By Vijay Darda | 10-07-2023 Those who were granted asylum on French soil in the name of human rights became enemies You must be wondering why France, known for its magnificent culture, excellent artistry, amazing artworks and wonderful literature, is so enraged over the death of a youth? Why are there so many incidents of arson in French cities?

Twists & turns behind Wagner rebellion..!

   By Vijay Darda |03-07-2023 Why did Yevgeny, the private army chief who is called ‘Putin’s chef’, suddenly revolt? Why did the private army, which had been fighting for Russia all over the world for years, suddenly direct its weapons and tanks against Moscow? Why did they shoot down Russian combat aircraft and helicopters? Events like Putin’s warning and the

Adipurush: Why use such a language?

   By Vijay Darda | 26-06-2023 A grave and crucial question amid uproar over distasteful & controversial dialogues Vijay Darda A barrage of protests is raging around the dialogues from the film Adipurush. This tempestuous reaction is justified as the issue revolves around the language, for language is more than just a means of communication. It determines the conduct and

China behind Manipur violence!

   By Vijay Darda | 19-06-2023 How did ultras loot weapons from police stations so easily? Where are they getting sophisticated rifles from? Vijay Darda At the moment, the country’s main worry is Manipur. The violence that broke out last month shows no signs of abating. Over 130 people have died. Village after village has been set ablaze. The degree

Bestiality masked as love!

   By Vijay Darda | 12-06-2023 The purpose of live-in relationship in Western countries is to understand each other, whereas it’s a disguise to satisfy lust in our country Vijay Darda I’m terribly upset. The headline of the news is distressing: ‘A man in live-in relationship kills his spouse… cuts her into pieces… cooks the body parts in cooker… feeds

Wreaking havoc from ground to sky!

   By Vijay Darda | 05-06-2023 Celebrating World Environment Day only on a day and turning a blind eye for the rest of the days is our biggest mistake Vijay Darda The monster that is destroying the environment today was created long before the world formally and unitedly expressed concern for the environment for the first time in the form

Files paint rosy picture of villages!

   By Vijay Darda | 29-05-2023 You can never understand farmers’ problems by sitting in air-conditioned rooms; you must go to the farm! Vijay Darda Ho jaye achhi bhi fasal, Par laabh krushakon ko kahan, Khate, khavaai, beej, Rinn se hain range rakkhe jahan.   Aata mahajan ke yahan, Vah anna sara ant mein, Adhpet khakar fir, Unhe hain kanpana

What if Pak really disintegrates?

   By Vijay Darda | 22-05-2023 Imran Khan has warned of the repeat of 1971; it is critical to comprehend the significance of this warning! Vijay Darda You are all aware of what is going on and what the situation is in Pakistan at the moment. Imran Khan and the army are at daggers drawn. The short history of the

SC verdicts & turmoil in Pakistan!

   By Vijay Darda | 08-05-2023 Apex court rulings have put an end to confusion in Maharashtra, provided relief to Delhi govt Vijay Darda I usually express my point of view on a specific topic and analyse it in this column. However, the Supreme Court last week pronounced two significant judgments that may have far-reaching effects. Moreover, the fight between