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The fallout on energy markets and the brittle West Asian security situation will depend on the scale and nature of Iran’s response. This conflict is being played out in the backdrop of a breakdown in the longstanding nuclear consensus among major powers, enhancing geopolitical risks. Middle powers such as India, Germany and Japan have a stake in sustaining the current equilibrium and therefore need to step up
RSSFACTS: A US delegation attended RSS’s prestigious valedictory session of third-year camp in Nagpur, signalling rising global curiosity and willingness to engage directly with the organisation, challenging long-held stereotypes in Western discourse.
Bangladesh’s economy is in trouble, with critical economic indicators weakening since the July 2024 ouster of Sheikh Hasina. Political uncertainty looms with the equation between Yunus and BNP turning fractious. More importantly, for many ordinary Bangladeshis, there’s a sense of quiet despair at the lack of political choice and the absence of positive economic developments. An Indian journalist gauges the public mood in Dhaka
It’s almost a year since street protests toppled the Sheikh Hasina regime. The fervour that undergirded the protests and the anticipation of far-reaching change have given way to something akin to weary acceptance. An Indian journalist in Dhaka spoke to a cross-section of Bangladeshis to discern that they yearn good governance
RSSFACTS: Marking its centenary, the RSS showcases smooth leadership succession, social reform, and a global vision rooted in Hindutva, as outlined during Golwalkar’s transformative tenure
The 46th ASEAN Summit highlighted regional security, economic resilience, and Myanmar’s crisis, amid great-power tensions, internal divisions, and evolving partnerships with Europe and global actors
India is enhancing regional influence through infrastructure like KMMTTP, reducing reliance on Bangladesh, while leveraging geospatial technology to manage complex terrains, monitor security threats, and counter China's growing strategic presence
A flawed interpretation of a UN General Assembly resolution has allowed multilateral bodies such as WHO to keep Taiwan out from contributing to its work in full measure. Individual countries too have used this resolution to limit engagement with Taiwan. To counter China’s influence, Taiwan has to expand its diplomatic outreach to ensure it’s not shut out
Sanghnomics: Swadeshi Jagaran Manch started a campaign to promote self-reliance and national security, advocating a ‘Made in India’ symbol to curb foreign goods, strengthen the economy, and support domestic industries
India-assisted development projects in Nepal are aimed at addressing pressing needs at the ground level as well as strengthening infrastructure and connectivity
Shashi Tharoor’s participation in a national diplomatic delegation has reignited tensions within the Congress party. With Kerala elections on the horizon, internal rivalries and leadership ambitions are back in the spotlight
RSSFACTS: Mohan Bhagwat outlines RSS’s centenary goals: uniting Hindu society, maintaining an apolitical stance, and promoting global transformation rooted in cultural harmony, long-term vision, and inclusive social practices
The Indian government fought the fake news war peddled during Operation Sindoor. Social media handles were monitored and several news channels were issued warnings. The government and the armed forces stayed vigilant and were able to thwart the misinformation war
TDP is in the midst of its three-day Mahanadu at Kadapa, the home ground of its arch-rival Jagan Reddy. Beyond the symbolism of holding its meeting there, the party is expected to announce a more substantive change, the appointment of Nara Lokesh as working president. From being dismissed as a dynast a decade ago, Lokesh has come through a trial by fire. While Chandrababu Naidu is TDP’s unquestioned leader, his son’s star is in ascent
For Moneycontrol Pro Panorama's May 28 edition: The US is a country that built its riches with the hard work of its immigrant workers. America’s heavy-handed policies risk alienating the same workers
In Moneycontrol Pro Panorama May 26 edition: Trump's European tariffs expected to drive market direction, RBI’s crore dividend a fiscal boost but caution looms, threat to Apple’s India operations is a challenge, India-UK trade deal potential lies in services trade, and more
Let this be remembered not just as the whisky-and-SUV agreement but as the inaugural FTA to prioritise services, digital exchanges, and skilled labour. This establishes the groundwork for a new era in the India–UK partnership, characterised not by nostalgia but by innovation and mutual prosperity
In Moneycontrol Pro Panorama May 23 edition: Shaping a generation for AI future, market marker for investors, what's plaguing Indian public transport crisis, a climate twist to economic uncertainty, and more
RSSFACTS: The RSS has consistently advocated a firm, foresighted policy on Pakistan, urging national unity, strong leadership, and decisive action. It has supported both past and present governments in defending India’s interests and sovereignty
In May 22 edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: IndusInd Bank confirms alleged fraud, sugar output slips but harvest not the problem, consumer sentiment survey could be misleading, plenty of options available to Shashi Tharoor, and more
The animosity between the MP from Thiruvananthapuram and sections of Congress High Command is barely concealed. It a steep fall from the time Tharoor seemed to be a potential Kerala CM on a Congress platform. Is his defence of the BJP-led Centre a signal of his impending destination, or a harking for a more bipartisan era? Or, is Tharoor just a hard-nosed politician extracting something out of the leadership of a party under pressure?
In May 21 edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: A new tax proposal in the US could strike at one of the country’s quiet but critical economic engines: remittances
In May 20 edition of Moneycontrol Pro Panorama: US-China rivalry heats up in tech and defence deals, Japanese alarm bells could reach Dalal Street, India’s water crisis is about storage and delivery, a shot in the arm for Indian defence stocks, and more
For Moneycontrol Pro Panorama's May 19 edition: India's young workforce could make you rich, trade impact of India-Turkey tensions explained, time to build an indigenous economic defence strategy, US downgrade can impact market momentum, and more
A giant in the discipline of modern international relations, Nye teased out the many dimensions of power. His concept of soft power and its subsequent iterations were widely studied and followed. A strategic affairs analyst pays tribute to Nye who passed away last week
