Surjeet M

Jingoism & Hate-Fest: Time To Save Patriotism From Patriots

In the age of candle-light patriotism and chest-thumping jingoism, the dialogue “Ghar mein ghus ke marenge” is par for the…

March 8, 2019

Anchors Take Note, War Is Not A Joke

We want our soldiers alive, not in coffins draped in the Tri-colour. We want them to vanquish enemies and return…

February 22, 2019

Does Anyone, Government Included, Have A Solution To Kashmir?

We won't talk to Pakistan; do we stop talking to Kashmiris too? Given the prevailing mood of outrage in the…

February 21, 2019

Pulwama Aftermath: Cry Of Revenge In The Air, But Modi Govt Must Make Haste Slowly

There’s more exasperation than expectation in the air post the Pulwama attack. There’s a surfeit of angry expressions such as…

February 20, 2019

Beyond Pulwama: Visuals That Reflect The Disturbing Truth About Kashmir

The visuals beamed into our homes reveal to us the reality of Kashmir. And they don’t paint a happy, reassuring…

February 18, 2019

As General Election 2019 Draws Closer, Brace Yourself For Aural Assault

Two unusual questions will addle Indians till this year’s general elections are over. One, how many more of Prime Minister…

February 18, 2019

Lack Of Chemistry On Ground May Upset 2019 Arithmetic Of Grand Alliance

Will the grand alliance of anti-BJP parties succeed? Now that regional chieftains and the national Congress have set aside differences…

February 11, 2019

Elections 2019: BJP’s Route To Repeat Mandate Passes Through Tricky Terrains Of East, North-East

Bhubaneswar: Anywhere between 100 and 110 seats – that’s the target of the BJP in the East and North-East for the…

February 7, 2019

Will Cow Politics Prove Disastrous For BJP In Hindi Heartland?

The road to power in Delhi, say political pundits, passes through Uttar Pradesh. Considering the state sends 80 members to…

January 27, 2019

Priyanka’s Elevation Set To Intensify Dynasty Debate; Why The Cong Won’t Mind

Expect the dynasty debate to get sharper and more bilious now. With the Priyanka decision, Congress president Rahul Gandhi has…

January 25, 2019