Prof. T.K. Oommen, one of India’s foremost sociologists and public intellectuals, passed away early this morning, leaving behind a formidable legacy of scholarship, public engagement, and institutional leadership. In an academic career that spanned over half a century, he did not merely interpret society — he sought to accentuate its truths, inequities, and possibilities.
As the war following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 enters its fifth year, the attitude of the Russian public remains difficult to gauge: Just over half of Russians, according to one recent poll, expect the war to end in 2026; yet a majority say that should negotiations fail, Moscow needs to “escalate” with greater use of force.
A scheme funded by public money must primarily benefit the public particularly farmers. Only through transparent auditing, swift claim settlements, strict oversight of insurance companies, and greater farmer representation can the true spirit of the scheme be revived and trust restored.
One of the key legacies of The Black Book is its emphasis on the lived experiences of ordinary African Americans. By including a wide range of materials, from the mundane to the extraordinary, the book presents a more complete and honest portrayal of Black life in America.
Through campaign financing, control over media, and influence on policymaking, billionaires are hollowing out democracy from within.
The ambiguity of the VBG–Ram Ji scheme, the inadequate funding for the MGNREGA transition, financial pressure on states, and cuts in welfare programs send a single message: the interests of ordinary people come last.
The concept of free trade agreements (FTAs) may appear attractive on the surface, but the political economy and social consequences behind them are often unequal and controversial.
Andrews got closely associated with its icons like Rabindranath Tagore and MK Gandhi. He empathised with India’s freedom struggle.