There is a gulf between those who seek knowledge and those who peddle it – between the quiet dignity of wisdom and the noisy confidence of pretenders.

In the BJP's vision of India, their conservative impulse is indelibly tied to their Hindu nationalist identity, which is somewhat a contrast to the conservative parties in other major democracies on ballot this year, where some diversity and inclusivity are begrudgingly acknowledged as essential to the political landscape. 

ANI's Smita Prakash offers a masterclass in how right-wing “intellectuals” and internet trolls seek to protect authoritarians from scrutiny.

It was in 2009 that a reporter felt free enough to not just question a top minister but fling a shoe in anger. No minister should be subjected to that. Ever. But how about making reporters free enough to throw questions?