Sonam Wangchuk’s arrest for ‘inciting’ violence is unwise and unnecessarily risky. Ladakh is most sensitive border territory, flanked by two nuclear-armed adversaries. Its people are historically admired for their unflinching patriotism. Their grievances are local, ethnic and democratic. Don’t let one riot blight this invaluable bond between Delhi and Leh.

Cratered roads and decaying infrastructure—Bengaluru government has no right to demand congestion tax

Government can’t provide most basic transport facilities in Bengaluru. It then plans a congestion tax. With cratered roads and decaying road infrastructure, it’s like adding insult to injury. Why must citizens pay more for using infrastructure that doesn’t work? However, no force can stop bad idea whose time has come.

MiG-21 underscor

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