This is not first time attempt has been made to stifle free expression in India. We can only hope it will be the last.

It is a sad reflection on our country that a person as obviously innocent as Rimsha should still fear for her life.

Would the military, which has said that the ex-colonel is unstable, really act so openly and with so little subtlety?

Thackeray may be dead but the violent Shiv Sena lives on, ready to strike all who dare cross its bigoted path.

A gradual easing of state authority may end up serving China best in the long run.

Intelligence practices need to improve and a genuine bid needs to be made at home to combat terrorism.

Primitive honour demands that our female children be kept away from higher consciousness.

If anything, the petition illustrates our growing ignorance and sheltered approach towards other religions.

Petraeus' affair points to capacity of American system to deal with public office scandals to everyone’s satisfaction.

After years of fighting, US & Afghan officials have reached the conclusion that a deal with Taliban is the only way.