We all know, it was on the 11th day of September, that nearly 3,000 people were killed as 19 al-Qaida members hijacked four passenger jetliners. Two planes smashed into New York’s World Trade Center, one plowed into the Pentagon, and the fourth, Flight 93, crashed into a field in Shanksville. But 11 September has been… Continue reading This day in History: 11 Disasters from 11 September
Category: National & World
Indian Food Security Bill: The Making of an Economic Disaster?
Last week the Government of India passed its ambitious Food Security Bill (FSB) in the lower house of the Parliament. Under the bill, the government aims to cover 67% (around 85 crore) of its population by providing 5 kg rice, wheat and coarse cereals per month per person at a fixed price of Rs. 3,2,1 respectively.… Continue reading Indian Food Security Bill: The Making of an Economic Disaster?
Teachers need to work on their approach
I have on more than one occasion defended our teachers, but today it is with a heavy heart that I write about our teachers and, sad to say, it is not in their defence. It is what I consider to be unacceptable behaviour for some of those who are given the responsibility of educating our… Continue reading Teachers need to work on their approach
Yeh Mera India. . .
India, the world’s largest democracy is passing through turbulent times lately. The population is increasing, unemployment is at its peak, inflation escalating, the economy is shrinking as the rupee hits new low with every passing day, but alas, the political class of our country is totally aloof. The ‘elected’ representatives are making a complete mockery… Continue reading Yeh Mera India. . .
Girls need to do it for themselves!
Do you believe in equality for women? When asked, most girls instantaneously say that they do, even as they are getting ready to be “taken out” on a date by a man who is going to pay for everything. A lot of women are eager to say that they believe in equality, but do they… Continue reading Girls need to do it for themselves!