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Jet Dilemma

India’s fighter jet procurement strategy is at a crossroads, caught between immediate operational needs and long-term self-reliance goals.

A Dream Shattered

“I received a letter just before I left office from a man. I don’t know why he chose to write it, but I’m glad he did. He wrote that you can go to live in France, but you can’t become a Frenchman.

Japan reaches out~I

In my articles published in these columns on 24 and 25 July, I had mentioned that the Pacific Islands have emerged as the theatre of greatpower contestation where countries such as the US, China, India and Australia are spreading their influence and leaving their strategic footprints.

Rate Cut Hint

As the US Federal Reserve approaches its next policy meeting in September, the prospect of an interest rate cut looms large. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell has signalled that if current economic trends continue, a reduction in rates could be on the table.