By Sunil Kumar*  The world today is battling the grave threat of climate change . If this crisis deepens further, it may endanger the very survival of humanity. Even imperial powers express concern—though largely to shift responsibility onto others. The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP-30), held in Belém, Brazil from November 10–21, ended without concrete results, despite coinciding with the tenth anniversary of the Paris Agreement . India strongly argued that developed nations should not expect developing countries to compensate for their own failures, since they are the historical and primary contributors to carbon emissions. This was precisely why countries like the United States chose not to participate.

By A Representative   A detailed independent study titled “Bhandura Nala (Mahadayi Diversion)”, prepared by a group of committed environmentalists from Karnataka and Goa , has strongly questioned the ecological and social viability of Karnataka government’s ambitious plan to divert water from the Mahadayi river basin (locally known as Mhadei in Goa ) through the Bhandura Nala tunnel project .

By Vikas Meshram   The Indian Constitution stands as the living symbol of the world’s largest democracy. More than a legal document, it embodies the nation’s struggles, sacrifices, dreams, and collective aspirations. India’s freedom movement was not merely a quest to end colonial rule, but a battle for universal values—human dignity, equality, justice, and liberty. Therefore, when the Constituent Assembly adopted the Constitution on 26 November 1949, it marked the beginning of a new democratic epoch. Constitution Day is not just a ceremonial occasion; it is a reminder to renew our commitment to constitutional values in everyday life.

By A Representative   The Gujarat Information Commission (GIC) has imposed a penalty of ₹5,000 on the Public Information Officer ( Talati-cum-Minister ) of Sarigam Gram Panchayat in Valsad district for denying information to an RTI applicant by misinterpreting an earlier order of the Commission.

By Harsh Thakor*  On November 24, the superstar of Bollywood , Dharmendra , passed away at the age of 89, after suffering from breathing complications. He has left an indelible mark on Hindi cinema — a legacy few actors have achieved. His departure has taken away an era. Personally, I felt like a son to him, always aspiring to emulate his personality. Though I never met him in person, he remained my heartthrob and role model. In my life, I often felt an unspoken connection — as if I were an extension of him.

By Raqif Makhdoomi  “Be a man. Men don’t cry. Face it like a man.” Phrases like these are often heard in families, workplaces, and public life. While they may appear harmless, they reflect deep-seated expectations that restrict men from expressing vulnerability or seeking emotional support. Many men internalise their problems rather than speak openly, fearing ridicule or judgement. In recent times, an increasing number of voices argue that men are being socially cornered and expected to remain silent simply because they are men.

By Fr. Cedric Prakash SJ*  On 26 November, the nation will once again observe Constitution Day. As always, there will be the usual barrage of speeches—ad nauseam—about “how important the Constitution is for all of us,” “why it must be safeguarded,” and claims that “India has the best Constitution in the world.” These, however, increasingly sound like empty and hypocritical platitudes from those in power—who simultaneously eulogise the Constitution while systematically undermining the rights, freedoms, and values it embodies.

By A Representative   What has been described as “Aadhaar evangelism” (efforts to convert other countries to the Aadhaar biometric identity model), five civil society organisations  — the Internet Freedom Foundation, the National Campaign for People’s Right to Information (NCPRI), Rethink Aadhaar, Bahutva Karnataka and the Jharkhand Janadhikar Mahasabha — have expressed concern that it is spreading across the world. UK Prime Minister’s recent description of Aadhaar as a “massive success” is a good indication, among others, that the international audience "is being misled", they said. 

By Bharat Dogra   India has a rich legacy of freedom fighters who were also exceptional social reformers. Among these, one of the most remarkable figures—though still not widely known at the national level—is Govind Guru, also known as Govindgiri. He emerged as an inspirational leader for Bhil tribal communities and several other marginalized groups of central India. The colonial rulers quickly recognized his ability to mobilize the masses against both colonial authority and feudal oppression, responding with ruthless repression that culminated in one of the biggest massacres perpetrated in India by colonial forces in the 20th century.