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Tough bargains ahead in ties with America

It’s really difficult to describe the recently concluded compact between the two democracies with a suitable acronym although in practical ways the meeting between Donald Trump and Narendra Modi marked a new chapter in their relationship.

Ukraine’s Future

The high-level talks between the United States and Russia in Riyadh marked a significant step in efforts to end the war in Ukraine.

Silver Dividend

India stands at a demographic crossroads. While much attention has been given to its youthful population, the country is also witnessing a significant rise in its elderly demographic.

Averting Disasters

On 15 February 2025 a tragic stampede at New Delhi Railway Station claimed the lives of at least 18 people and left many others critically injured. The incident followed closely on the heels of another catastrophe at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, where over 30 people perished.

Fascism arrives as your friend

US vice president, JD Vance (he of the “childless cat ladies” fame, a remark that drew an instant rebuke from Jennifer Anniston), delivered a blistering speech at the Munich Security Conference, eviscerating the Europeans for not listening to their voters and for being afraid of them.

Fatal Negligence

The tragic stampede at New Delhi Railway Station, which claimed at least 18 lives and left many injured, is yet another grim reminder of the urgent need for better crowd management and safety measures in India’s railway system.

False Promises

The sharp rise in undocumented Indian migrants in the US, as revealed by a new study, highlights the growing desperation behind economic aspirations.

Seeking Divine Bliss

As the Vande Bharat Express left New Delhi Station on the cold morning of February 9 and as I was settling in my window seat with a newspaper, hoping to gain some insight into the debacle of the AAP in the Delhi Assembly elections whose results were just declared