Reclaiming the role of the press as the fourth pillar of democracy
It was not long ago, before the internet era, that the press could claim its place as the fourth pillar of democracy.
OPINION
The disintegration of Rahul Gandhi’s team
If Rahul has to do well in the 2024 polls, now is the time for him to change his strategy and choose the right man for the right job.
Johor polls set to answer many questions
Expect at least a four-cornered fight for each of the 56 state seats, in the Johor polls.
Will Nusantara be Jokowi’s greatest legacy or his unmitigated folly?
Moving capitals is not necessarily a good move. There have been stories of reasonable successes, but equally as many failures.
Why cheap cooking oil comes at a high price
An economist will tell you that any form of subsidy is essentially bad for the economy, in more ways than one.
Tough road ahead for Pakistan PM Imran Khan
Three recent developments indicate the government’s growing nervousness and apprehension about its political future
Dhaka 4.0: Towards a more liveable city
In the era of Industry 4.0, it would be worthwhile to rethink Dhaka's redevelopment from the perspective of making it a more liveable city
Living with the virus or endemic graft
Corruption can also be endemic, and that is something Malaysians are living with; and it is beginning to make our country very sick.
Gender war? No, it’s a deeper conundrum
In the dynamic race to the March 9 presidential election, the fates of two women test our moral compass. One vanished soon after she appeared, and the other virtually stays on…
Why the haste in rushing through an election law?
We needed a law for an election commission formation, we’re getting one for Search Committee.