Category Archives: National Issues

What I would do if I were Kiran Bedi or Om Puri

Posted on September 3, 2011 by sword

Here is a excellent piece – not written by me, something I received on mail. But I do echo the sentiments. Details of the author / originator are given at the bottom. Even though I have least interest in politics … Continue reading →

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Of scoundrels and parliamentary democracy

Posted on June 8, 2011 by sword

If patriotism is the last resort of scoundrels, parliamentary democracy seems to be that of some politicians. Continue reading →

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Gridlock

Posted on May 20, 2011 by sword

Setting up of the National Intelligence Grid is stalled due to turf wars – and red herrings being thrown up. Continue reading →

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A Matter of Honour

Posted on September 28, 2010 by sword

It’s been the refuge of demagogues down ages. Confound, confuse, silence critics by changing the frame of reference of the issue. We are at the receiving end of this right now. “Keep quiet!”, we are told. “Don’t raise a stink, … Continue reading →

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