The events surrounding Lionel Messi’s appearance in Kolkata quickly became a national talking point. For many, the reaction centred on disappointment, anger, or blame. But framing this episode as a failure tied to one individual or one evening misses the point entirely. This was never about Messi. What unfolded was a reminder of a deeper,…
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India 2030 Commonwealth Games: Beyond the Opening Ceremony, by Ishaan Michael
India securing the hosting rights for the 2030 Commonwealth Games is a moment that’s hard not to celebrate. It’s the kind of headline that lifts the national mood instantly which is a signal that India has arrived, that we can build, organize, and showcase a world-class sporting event on a global stage. But beneath the…
Drafted, Not Dealt: The Jadeja–Samson “Trade” and the Legal Fiction of IPL Transfers, by Ishaan Michael
1. Introduction “Sir Jadeja to Rajasthan Royals.” That single line felt like someone slowly peeled the yellow jersey off my back. As a lifelong CSK fan, born in Ranchi, raised on Dhoni, and now in Laos with only Hotstar and a significant time difference, this one stung. But then, the lawyer in me kicked in….
India Off the Grid: Why Formula 1 Is a Test Case for Law, Policy, and Growth, by Ishaan Michael
1. Introduction From 2011 to 2013, India briefly joined the global Formula 1 calendar. The Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida reverberated with the roar of the world’s fastest cars, and for three seasons the Indian Grand Prix put the country on the global motorsport map. Then, as abruptly as it began, the race was…
Raanjhanaa, AI, and the Case for Stronger Director Rights
1. Opening Scene: An AI-Authored Ending In August 2025, Eros International reignited the passion and pain of Raanjhanaa, the 2013 Bollywood classic directed by Aanand L. Rai, by re-releasing its Tamil version, Ambikapathy, with a twist: an AI-generated happy ending. Gone is the tragic death of Kundan (Dhanush), replaced by a scene where he opens…
Opening the Doors: Why India’s Sports Policy Must Include OCI Athletes, by Ishaan Michael
India is considering allowing Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) to represent the country in sports. This move could transform Indian athletics, football, and more if backed by legal reform and transparent governance. 1. Introduction: A Policy Shift with National Impact India might finally be rethinking who gets to represent the nation in international sport. The…
Rocky Aur Rani vs. Like Jennie: Copy, Coincidence, or Creative Clash? by Ankshita Rout
Plagiarism accusations have long haunted the music industry — and the latest storm features Bollywood and K-pop at the center. In March 2025, K-pop artist Jennie posted a nine-second teaser of her new single, Like Jennie, on social media. What was meant to generate excitement around its imminent release quickly turned into controversy when netizens…
Pitch Perfect? Crafting a Policy Framework for IPL Home Advantage, by Ishaan Michael
1. Introduction The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season has barely begun, yet it’s already embroiled in a heated controversy over pitch preparation. Kolkata Knight Riders’ head coach Chandrakant Pandit, Chennai Super Kings’ Stephen Fleming, and Lucknow Super Giants’ mentor Zaheer Khan have voiced their frustration over a glaring issue: home teams have little to…
Fade to Black: Technicolor’s Collapse and the Plight of India’s Creative Workforce, by Advocate Vaidehi Harshad Samant and Abhishek Aman Inamdar
For over 3,000 workers in Bengaluru and Mumbai, the news of Technicolor Group’s closure on February 24, 2025, wasn’t just a headline—it was a visceral blow. These weren’t mere statistics; they were artists, animators, and technicians whose creative hands shaped Hollywood icons like Mufasa: The Lion King, Kung Fu Panda, and the Harry Potter series….
One Sport, Many Federations, No Wins: India’s Governance Gridlock, by Ishaan Michael
1. Introduction In 2012, Indian boxers were caught in a tug-of-war between two federations—neither recognized internationally—leaving athletes in limbo. This wasn’t an isolated crisis; it’s a symptom of a fractured sports ecosystem plaguing India across disciplines like boxing, archery, and table tennis. Rival federations, each claiming legitimacy, spawn a tangle of legal disputes, governance failures,…
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