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A land-grab agenda for modern times

As the world enters 2025, former U.S. President Donald Trump, now preparing for his second term, has reignited the flames of territorial ambition with rhetoric that harks back to America’s imperial past.

Political Misogyny

The prevalence of misogyny in Indian politics reflects a troubling reality that undermines the progress of women in public life.

Reigniting Growth

India's economic trajectory, once celebrated for its resilience and rapid growth, is now encountering significant headwinds.

Jobs Challenge

The wealth of a nation lies in its people, and in India, 1.4 billion aspirations drive the country's progress.

Social policy will be Trudeau’s legacy

Justin Trudeau has resigned after more than nine years as Canada’s 23rd prime minister. Parliament will be prorogued and will resume sitting on March 24. Trudeau says he made his decision over the holidays after discussions with his family.

Fragile Growth

Bangladesh’s transformation into a global fashion powerhouse has been a remarkable success story, but recent turmoil has exposed deep vulnerabilities in its economy.

Parliament tool kit

Parliament is not a mere structure of bricks and mortar, but the supreme deliberative, legislative and representative institution of a nation. Parliament can perform its multifarious functions if endowed with a robust tool kit of accountability.

Social degradation must end

On the night of 4 September, I returned from a candlelight march and was surfing various TV channels. I felt that the furore in Kolkata was on an increase. Nearly a month has elapsed since the heinous crime at R G Kar Hospital took place.

Semiconductor Alliance

The pact between India and Singapore in the semiconductor sector, signed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the country, is a strategic move with significant implications for both nations.

ECI’s Credibility

It is disconcerting that the Election Commission of India (ECI), the mainstay of free and fair elections, is suffering from a credibility crisis. On the one hand, the public trust in the ECI is dipping.