26 It’s Poll Time, Folks
The BJP is confident of retaining power in Haryana, Maharashtra and Jharkhand,
where elections are due in October. Can the Congress, already in disarray, stop it?
32 Who Enforces Order In Hell?
The steep fines are not fine with the multitude of motorists—those who jump lights, drive over
the speed limit, break lanes...But aren’t tough rules required to discipline the Indian driver?
52 The View From Shutter Island
Eminent photographer Raghu Rai reflects on the most iconic/viral images of our time
and what they say about how photojournalism has changed
58 Where Gabbar Prayed For Success
Former bandits of Chambal are seeking the PM’s intervention to restore hundreds of ancient
temples in the ravines, including one which is a template for our Parliament(?)
64 The Winds And The Willows
With distinctive, widely praised styles, a rich repertoire of strokes and fable-like fecundity,
Virat Kohli and Steve Smith are modern exemplars of the art of batsmanship
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