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Delhi’s dilemma

Bangladesh’s request for the extradition of its former prime minister, Sheikh Hasina from India marks a pivotal moment in South Asian diplomacy.

Bold Gamble

China’s decision to issue a record $411 billion in special treasury bonds in 2025 marks a significant shift in its fiscal strategy, underscoring the urgency of addressing a challenging economic landscape.

Double-Speak

Agreeing and disagreeing with each other’s political position is essential in a healthy democracy.

Man who never rested on his laurels

The Bob Dylan biopic “A Complete Unknown,” starring Timothée Chalamet, focuses on Dylan’s early 1960s transition from idiosyncratic singer of folk songs to internationally renowned singer-songwriter. As a music historian, I’ve always respected one decision of Dylan’s in particular – one that kicked off the young artist’s most turbulent and significant period of creative activity.

Monsoon Boost

India’s monsoon season is a critical factor for the nation’s agricultural output, and this year’s rainfall, the highest since 2020, has brought both relief and challenges.

Gandhi’s humour

Mark Twain once said ~ “Humour is the great thing, the saving thing after all. The minute it crops up, all our harnesses yield, all our irritations, and resentments flit away, and a sunny spirit takes their place.” Indeed, humour is one of the most important things in our everyday life.

The Quad and China

The Quad (Quadrilateral Security Dialogue) is a grouping of four Indo-Pacific nations, US, Japan, Australia and India. Its fourth inperson Quad leaders’ summit was hosted by President Joe Biden in Wilmington, Delaware, recently.

Hezbollah Exposed

The assassination of Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, leader of Hezbollah, marks a significant shift in the conflict between Israel and the powerful Shi’ite paramilitary group.

Tech Boost

Karnataka’s recent draft policy to double the number of Global Capability Centres (GCCs) by 2029 marks a pivotal moment in India’s evolving role in the global technology and business process outsourcing landscape.