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Proposed Indian bills could oust elected officials jailed over 30 days, sparking opposition uproar. Critics fear misuse against political rivals, undermining democracy’s core principles and federalism, with concerns about politically motivated arrests. India’s reputation as a democracy — Sweden’s V-Dem […]

India must be prepared for repeated tariff threats in the rest of Trump’s term. But there are ways in which New Delhi can deal with the US president without caving into his outrageous demands. This article was originally published by The

India must levy reciprocal tariffs. It is not as a show of aggression, but for balance and credibility in its trade relationships. Failing to retaliate would be a sign of weakness. US President Donald Trump’s 50% tariff on Indian imports is

India’s ambitious renewable energy goals are threatened by excessive red tape, exemplified by the 2,735 compliance obligations for solar plants. This regulatory burden, involving numerous agencies and manual processes, hinders ease of doing business and discourages investment. Streamlining compliance is

India faces potential economic slowdown despite recent strong growth, with concerns arising from weak industrial production, declining auto sales, and global trade uncertainties, demanding cautious observation Is India heading for a major economic slowdown? Its performance in the last two

As the US declines, voters are fed up with the waffling of centrists who are unable to solve their grievances. So, voters who normally avoid extremes are now willing to do so This article was originally published by The Times of

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

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

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

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,