Zohran Mamdani’s New York mayoral primary win signals a potential leftward shift in the Democratic Party, despite right-wing criticism. The US faces challenges of relative decline, potentially leading voters to embrace extreme political ideologies. Last week in New Delhi, at […]
With US in decline, voters who usually avoid extremes are now okay with it Read More »
Escalating Israel-Iran hostilities have sparked global concern, ranging from nuclear disaster fears to hopes for peaceful resolution. Amidst shifting US hegemony and rising isolationism, the best-case scenario, for the world and India, is an internal regime change that makes grudging
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Indian foreign policy has long sought multipolarity, to give New Delhi more flexibility in foreign policy. But India stands to lose more from the collapse of the post-WWII rules-based system. This article was originally published by The Times of India on
Pax Americana is coming to an end. Here’s why India should be worried Read More »
The end of American dominance may bring global challenges. History shows the fall of empires leads to instability. US-led post-World War II system fostered unprecedented prosperity. Now, this system faces erosion. India’s pursuit of multipolarity may not offset the losses.
Initially, nations appeased Trump’s trade tactics, but China’s firm stance proved more effective. Trump’s ‘reciprocal tariffs’ faced market crashes and legal challenges, earning him the nickname ‘TACO.’ As the 90-day tariff pause nears its end, India should remain firm in
US trade dragon or chicken? Why India should strike a tough bargain with Trump Read More »
India’s economic growth is exceeding expectations, with FY24 revised to 9.2% and FY25 projected at 6.5%. Despite global uncertainties and slower manufacturing growth, strong investment, improved net exports, and a promising agricultural outlook contribute to India’s resilience. Macroeconomic indicators remain
India may still cross the ‘miracle economy’ benchmark of 7% GDP growth Read More »
Comments on Col Sofiya Qureshi have resulted in two very different cases against two very different people. But only one of them was arrested. Was religion the reason? This article was originally published by The Times of India on Ape 6,
Is Prof Mahmudabad being punished only because he is a Muslim? Read More »
During the India-Pakistan conflict, the government appointed a Muslim spokesperson. This aimed to project a secular image. However, social media saw anti-Muslim sentiment. A minister criticized the spokesperson, leading to court action. Conversely, a professor was arrested for defending Muslim
Wake up and smell the communalism — in case you thought it had gone cold Read More »
While fighters and tanks are not completely obsolete, they are less important today, and will no longer dominate war Defence experts the world over are scrutinizing the details of the Indo-Pak near-war to draw lessons for future wars. Most analyses confirm the
Does India need pricey F35s in the drone age? Read More »
India has already made its will and strength clear. It will not hesitate to punish Pakistan for supporting terror attacks. It is now time for a ceasefire This column was originally written with the title ‘It is time for de-escalation’,
Pause right move. The other road led to long, costly war Read More »
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