Perspective

'Mental health' is a buzzword but not 'mental health insurance'

As the importance of seeking medical help to treat mental health issues gain more popularity in the country, there is little discussion over mental health insurance. This can lead to disparity in the accessibility of the treatment.

Changing the paradigm: Linking sex education with pleasure

According to a recent study, sex education is more effective in preventing unwanted pregnancies when it is taught by focusing on pleasure instead of abstinence. It also contributes to overall sexual health and mental well-being. With a population of 1.39 billion, sexual education is the need of the hour.

Global chip shortage: Unplanned and unprecedented

Global chip shortage, a consequence of Covid-19 pandemic, might soon turn into an oversupply crisis.

MediaOne ban & the government's war on press freedom

MediaOne, a Malayalam news channel known for its critical reportage of the BJP, was banned by the central government, citing the bogus claim of "national security". The case, which is now before the Supreme Court, will point to the state of press freedom in the country.

English vs vernacular medium education: The debate rages on

Education is the gateway to the careers of students. English being the global language gives an upper hand to those privileged enough to have access to it from a very young age. However, the emphasis of many modern English-medium schools on the two official languages of India, English and Hindi, is hampering the vernacular education of India's youngsters.

Mental healthcare for the underprivileged

Access to adequate mental healthcare is difficult for many due to high costs. Prohibitive prices for counselling sessions make it available only to the socially and economically-privileged class of society. This calls for administrative attention for the introduction of new reforms in mental healthcare.

India’s departure from secular democracy: Contemporary or historical?

India is a country with unity in diversity because of the different religions, communities and cultures co-existing peacefully in various proximities. However, it also has a history of massive communal clashes and public unrest that compels us to understand their contemporary relevance under the current political regime.

The politics of choice and expression and display of religious symbols in educational institutes

Educational institutions are now the epicentre of many religious and ideological clashes. They create a hindrance to the propagation of education while also reducing the scope of students' self-expression.

Public grounds, a necessity

Free spaces are alarmingly shrinking due to a population boom in the cities. The government must preserve open spaces and invest in public grounds for the recreational activities of the poor, especially the children among them.

India's digital gender divide: It starts at home

Patriarchal societies like India still restrict the use of technology for women and girls, particularly those from underprivileged and marginalised backgrounds. This phenomenon overlaps with the socio-cultural norms that control women’s autonomy and ambitions. Unless this digital gender divide is addressed, our country’s aggressive digitisation will not make real progress.

Discrediting the Kashmir Files or discrediting the plight of Kashmiri Pandits?

The Kashmir Files, directed by Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri, has become an Internet sensation not just because of its whopping collections but also for its content. Left-liberals claim TKF to be exploitative, a propaganda tool and Islamophobic, while right-wing people claim it to be India's Schindler's List and an eye-opener.

To the bone — eat, purge, repeat

Eating disorders are some serious health conditions that impact us both physically and mentally. Shedding light on them is the need of the hour since people suffering from these disorders do not realise their condition and suffer in secrecy for years.

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