BJP using ‘Hindutva’ to divide society, grab power: Akhilesh Yadav

Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav Saturday accused the BJP of employing its own version of ‘Hindutva’ to “divide” society and grab power, and asserted there is a need to save the “true Hindutva”. He also accused the BJP government of conducting “fake encounters”, and said people will “encounter the BJP government in 2024”… Continue reading BJP using ‘Hindutva’ to divide society, grab power: Akhilesh Yadav

Providing dignified life to disabled people responsibility of society: Prez

Citing examples of Rishi Ashtavakra, who had eight physical deformities, and blind poet Surdas, one of the most influential figures of the Bhakti Movement, Murmu said, “Insight is more important than sight.” President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said providing a dignified life to persons with disabilities is the responsibility of the entire society. … Continue reading Providing dignified life to disabled people responsibility of society: Prez

Our collective responsibility to create better society: JK LG Sinha

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha It is our collective responsibility to create a better society and contribute in enriching cultural heritage, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Tuesday. He was speaking after attending the ‘Kailakh Sanskrit Ratna Puraskar’ ceremony here. He also batted strongly for strengthening and… Continue reading Our collective responsibility to create better society: JK LG Sinha

Opinion: I’ve never owned a smartphone. Society shouldn’t force me to get one

I’ve never had a smartphone or used social media, and I’m in my 40s, so when I see young people like 17-year-old Logan Lane and those in her “Luddite Club” take a stand and pause the technology that’s been in their lives since birth I am in awe. Poverty made me a late adopter. I… Continue reading Opinion: I’ve never owned a smartphone. Society shouldn’t force me to get one