Opinion | Labour Day: Remembering A Four-Letter Word Missing In BJP's CampaignDerek O'Brien | Wednesday May 01, 2024 A pre-poll survey by a prominent think-tank revealed that three out of five respondents believe unemployment is the single most important election issue.Opinion | Election Commission: Four Questions To Ask India's 'Neutral' UmpireDerek O'Brien | Saturday April 20, 2024 Independent, non-partisan, effective, fair, efficient, are adjectives that must fit snugly into the pockets of the black and white coats of this neutral election umpire. But do they?Opinion | Fluid Friendships: Over A Quarter Of BJP Candidates Are DefectorsDerek O'Brien | Monday April 15, 2024 There is an urgent need to reassess the existing anti-defection law and give it more teeth.Opinion | Memes, Politics And The R.K. Laxmans of TodayDerek O'Brien | Tuesday March 26, 2024 There was a generation of Indians that depended on legendary cartoonist R.K. Laxman to hold up a mirror to politicians. In the current times, Indias meme makers are doing that job.Opinion: Calcutta Judge's Political Turn - An Arranged, Love Marriage?Derek O'Brien | Thursday March 07, 2024 The actions of the judge delivering politically one-sided judgments followed by his resignation and immediately donning the jersey of a political party undermines the very foundation of our democracy.Opinion: For My Mother Language - It's Time Bengali Got Classical StatusDerek O'Brien | Thursday February 22, 2024 Bengali, whose origin can be traced back to the 6th century, is the second most spoken language in India. Not only is it a source of pride for millions today, but it also occupies an important place in India's 18th-century Renaissance movement.Opinion: Indian Parliament And 10 Pieces Of Useless Information About ItDerek O'Brien | Friday February 09, 2024 MPs now have to smile before they enter the building, and the cafeteria gods have been convinced to ditch the unhealthy Basa for Bhetki fish from the next session. More important points from the 17th Lok Sabha aside, here are some interesting facts20 Questions With Derek O' Brien: What's Your IQ Or India Quotient?Derek O'Brien | Thursday January 25, 2024 As we celebrate India's 75th Republic Day, how well do you know our great nation. Test your IQ or India Quotient with these 20 questions.Opinion: Let Young MPs Light Up This "Deep, Dark Chamber"Derek O'Brien | Friday January 12, 2024 These young colleagues of mine have entered Rajya Sabha with a great amount of hope and with the determination to excel in their responsibilities as parliamentarians.Opinion: An A to Z List For 2023Derek O'Brien | Saturday December 30, 2023 A random A to Z List for 2023. You too can draw up your personal A to Z List for the year that just slipped by.Opinion: In Parliament, NDA May Well Be 'No Data Available'Derek O'Brien | Wednesday December 27, 2023 Parliamentary questions rarely make the headlines. However, questions raised and answered in parliament are a treasure trove of information.Opinion: Gujarat Model Is Glasshouse ModelDerek O'Brien | Friday December 01, 2023 From Ahmedabad to New York. Is the Gujarat Model export quality?Opinion: As A Sports Fan, I Am AngryDerek O'Brien | Monday November 20, 2023 Cricket matches come and go, friendships last forever.Opinion: What Happened To PM's 'People In Chappals In Hawai Jahaz' DreamDerek O'Brien | Thursday November 02, 2023 Unlike the two dozen or so other forgettable acronyms created since 2014, I like the name UDAN. But let's examine whether it has really taken off or been grounded in the last few years.20 Questions With Derek: Play The World Cup Cricket QuizDerek O'Brien | Monday October 23, 2023 20 Questions With Derek: Play The World Cup Cricket Quiz12345678...9