All stories by SANJEEV NAYYAR
8 reasons what went wrong for BJP in Gujarat
Rediff.com20 Dec 2017'The BJP must realise that a resurgent Rahul Gandhi will take the battle straight into its camp.' 'He is not going to be held back by the misdeeds of UPA 1 and 2, so there is no point harping on them,' says Sanjeev Nayyar.
10 economic commandments for Modi
Rediff.com29 Sep 2017Instead of a consumption stimulus the government must address the NPA issue with a war footing and invest in infrastructure, affordable housing and exports, says Sanjeev Nayyar.
Why Dera Sacha Sauda draws followers
Rediff.com28 Aug 2017Deras like Sacha Sauda made the poor feel secure, cared for, loved, provided a support system and gave them dignity, says Sanjeev Nayyar.
Be careful, you're in South Kashmir now!
Rediff.com13 Jul 2017'A war is being fought in South Kashmir.' 'Do not underestimate your enemy, be sensible and cautious and be prepared for the worst if you choose to move in the region unprotected,' advises Sanjeev Nayyar.
Train to Tawang? Build roads first
Rediff.com5 May 2017Before undertaking such difficult projects as a 378-km railway line to Tawang, the government must seriously examine whether having quality roads is a better option.
Where Chinese media get India wrong
Rediff.com10 Apr 2017One thing Beijing must understand is that India is not obsessed with being a threat to China but only wants a rightful place for itself in the world, says Sanjeev Nayyar.
How are 'minorities' allowed tax benefits under HUF?
Rediff.com3 Jan 2017Should the Income-Tax Act have been simultaneously amended to exclude Sikhs and Jains from the definition of HUF once they were declared a minority by the government? Sanjeev Nayyar discusses the curious dichotomies in our laws.
How India should deal with Pakistan
Rediff.com5 Dec 2016Sanjeev Nayyar suggests 16 measures by which we can tackle our unrelenting and untrustworthy neighbour.
How Indians can help the army along the border
Rediff.com9 Nov 2016Sanjeev Nayar offers some ideas on how Indians can help in improving the lives of those living in border areas and in the process help the Indian Army.
Is it time to divide J&K into three?
Rediff.com10 Sep 2016Since 1950 successive governments have tried various options but failed to reduce alienation amongst the people, for different reasons, of Kashmir, Jammu and Ladakh. It is best to accept this reality and let each region charter its own path, within the framework of the Indian Constitution, says Sanjeev Nayyar.
Undermining RBI governor will have negative consequences
Rediff.com20 Jun 2016Dr Raghuram Rajan's departure holds lessons for all, be it sections of the media, politicians or the people themselves. We need to learn how to value and retain talent. At the same time the talented must realise that talent alone does not ensure the top job, says Sanjeev Nayyar.
Why Amma's canteen must be replicated nationwide
Rediff.com27 May 2016Sanjeev Nayyar visits an Amma canteen in Chennai, and comes back impressed
The incredible women of Bharat
Rediff.com29 Apr 2016Sanjeev Nayyar travels across India from Barmer to Arunachal to Mahabalipuram, and comes back humbled and impressed with the women he interacted with through his journey.
Why we shouldn't ban elephants in Kerala temples
Rediff.com13 Apr 2016Our focus should rather be on strengthening security measures to prevent Kollam-like tragedies, says Sanjeev Nayyar.
Why I am fida about Baba Ramdev's products
Rediff.com29 Jan 2016Baba Ramdev may be controversy's child, yet he has a fan following not just in India, but almost all over the world. Sanjeev Nayyar recounts why he is fida about Patanjali products.
Can the judiciary also reflect please?
Rediff.com26 Nov 2015The nullifying of the NJAC Act has put the spotlight on the Judiciary. Concepts like transparency, being open to change, leading from front, management of perceptions that were reserved for the Executive earlier are now relevant for the Judiciary as well, says Sanjeev Nayyar.
The truth about cow slaughter in India
Rediff.com16 Oct 2015'There are three issues related to beef consumption and cow slaughter. One is the British origin of cow slaughter. Two, if slaughter of cows is sanctioned by Islamic scriptures and three, the environmental impact of beef consumption.'
India only home for followers of dharma
Rediff.com14 Sep 2015It is mischievous to imply that the proposed bill to grant citizenship to persecuted Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists from other nations implies that Muslims and Christians are not Indians, says Sanjeev Nayyar.
20 ideas to handle a defiant Pakistan
Rediff.com14 Aug 2015How to deal with a country that has made export of terror a reason to make the world notice and fund it? Rediff.com contributor Sanjeev Nayyar offers a few suggestions
The battle between secular India and Bharat
Rediff.com4 Aug 2015A left-leaning centralised socialist model has created a shortage/entitlement economy. In fact one of the reasons for India's limited progress is that post-independent India is at odds with its true nature. It is something that educated right of centre Hindus are trying to correct, says Sanjeev Nayyar.