Baisaran meadow massacre fits a pattern; China factor squeezes India’s options
Underlying pattern of terror strikes in J&K have been visible for a while; target based on religion to widen sectarian fault lines. India’s military options this time are constrained by the China factor. Not only is the Indian army required to safeguard the Ladakh frontier, stretching its resources, it also has to account for active Chinese support to Pakistan through intelligence sharing
The tragic trajectory of Hari Singh, J&K’s last Maharaja
The last ruling monarch of J&K spent his final years in exile in Bombay (now Mumbai) after being sidelined from power, 1947. It is ironical that the Maharaja who had signed the Instrument of Accession (IoA) with India was eased out.
The Reading List: April 25, 2025
A selection of articles and social media gems from the world of economy, business and finance, curated by our research and opinion teams
Apple aims to source all US iPhones from India in pivot away from China
Tech giant plans to shift assembly as soon as next year in response to Donald Trump’s trade war
National Security: Time to unite against terror and strengthen border security
RSSFACTS: The Pahalgam terror attack reignites national focus on radical Islamism, Pakistan-sponsored terrorism, and the crucial role of border communities and civil society, with RSS advocating unity, vigilance, and proactive national defence measures
India’s neighbour from hell
Indian understanding of Pakistan and Pakistanis has no rigour. It is mostly anecdotal, flaky, superficial and pedestrian. The distinction that is often made between the Pakistani state and society is entirely and completely fallacious. There is no difference between the two. It is a country whose existence is based on anti-Indiaism and anti-Hinduism
Seven truths about trade
Answering the questions Trump’s Tariff Men haven’t asked
Startup scandals like Gensol need real consequences
Scandal after scandal, the startup dream is losing its shine. With Gensol under the scanner, the question isn’t just “what went wrong?”—it’s “why does this keep happening?”
The AI Gold Rush: Where should Indian startups stake their claim?
For India to lead, we need better data infrastructure, talent retention, and world-class ethical standards
Opening up banking to minors is a good idea, but fraught with risk
Catching them young into having bank accounts is good but safeguards are a must
Chart of the Day: Asia’s rate differential with US shows a structural change
The dollar is not the go-to safe haven asset anymore and that is a big change for the bond markets.
BFSI catches investor’s eye, but risks linger underneath
BFSI is investors’ favourite currently but some risks must be acknowledged
Why Modi’s water war could hurt Pakistan more than military action
India’s Suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty is a diplomatic dagger aimed at Pak after Pahalgam’s tragedy
Suspension of Indus Treaty shouldn’t shock Pakistan; it was warned
During Modi’s tenure between 2014 and 2019, Indus Treaty was referred to twice, indirectly and then directly. During his second tenure, Modi referred to the IWT, directly, once in January 25, 2023. In his current third tenure, the Modi government sent Pakistan a notice in August 2024 for treaty modification. Finally, in April 2025, it’s been suspended. Proxy wars have consequences
Indus Treaty suspension is a wakeup call for Bangladesh
Yunus government in Dhaka has been cosying up to Pakistan and China, unmindful of India’s security concerns. Posters of the banned Hizb-ut Tahrir are widespread in Bangladesh. Al-Qaeda flags are a common sight in Dhaka. The India-Bangladesh Ganga Water Treaty comes up for renewal next year. It’s still not too late for Bangladesh to reassess its approach to India
The Innovation Deficit: Moving from quick fixes to quantum leaps
India’s startup landscape is dominated by ventures catering to consumer convenience which are useful, but insufficient for long-term technological leadership. Here are three steps to boost investment in deep tech
Corporate America puts Wall Street on alert over damage from trade war
Executives use earnings calls to lay out costs and supply chain impacts from Donald Trump’s tariffs
Yunus regime is doing irreparable damage to Bangladesh’s economy
Sanghnomics: India's cancellation of transshipment facilities to Bangladesh, following anti-India rhetoric from the Yunus regime, threatens Bangladesh’s economy, worsens regional ties, and disrupts South Asian trade and connectivity initiatives
Data Story: IMF projections highlight shifts in US, China economic trajectories
The US-China tariff wars have reshaped global trade dynamics, with far-reaching economic implications. IMF projections offer insight into how both nations may evolve through 2030 amid rising protectionism
Chart of the Day: What the IMF forecasts say about India
The IMF’s forecasts show that India’s share of world output will continue to increase steadily
MPC minutes: ‘Uncertainty’ dominates the show — and probably will again
The rate cut call signalled a shift toward nurturing domestic demand to propel India’s growth amid a turbulent global economic landscape
How Trump's tariffs are sinking global logistics and trucking firms
The global movement of goods is entering a turbulent phase amid the trade war. New data reveals changes unfolding across ports, shipping lines, and logistics hubs
The TRUST factor can be vital in India-US trade ties
Stronger technological cooperation can act as a catalyst in expediting a trade deal between New Delhi and Washington
Data Story | Palm oil brings good tidings for FMCG companies
The commodity, used in everything from household kitchens to processed foods to soaps, had seen prices hold firm even as others such as crude oil were falling sharply
Long-term dilemmas await Asia caught in US-China tariff rivalry
India has diplomatic edge but cannot escape the threat from the US-China rivalry
