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Eastern India’s biggest economy must not risk losing out on the opportunity to leverage artificial intelligence to fast-track growth and development
China dominates and weaponises rare earth supply chain. India’s EV ecosystem can be insulated from it through carefully targeted fiscal incentives
For Viksit Bharat, India must replace its inherited ‘master-servant’ culture with a governance-model rooted in genuine transparency, measurable performance, and moral accountability
Karnataka’s politics has always been characterised by chronic instability, with only two of the state’s 23 CMs finishing a full term. Siddaramaiah and Urs are the two who each lasted a full term. But it was Urs who was the real game changer
By avoiding legally precise language when Maduro was kidnapped, Western media reframed a foreign military operation as procedural necessity, echoing patterns seen during past interventions
India has been clear about its position on strategic autonomy. The question is whether Washington can accept a partner that does not follow instructions but whose interests nonetheless align on the issues that matter most
India’s climate future hinges on adaptation, not just mitigation. By investing in resilient infrastructure, supply chains, and technologies, India can turn climate risks into economic opportunities
A central fault line in the coming years will be whether MFN and consensus survive in their current form. There is credible reason to believe that a significant group of WTO members—including most major trading powers—may settle for their dilution
The aviation disruptions in India stem from operational and regulatory failures, highlighting the need for stronger DGCA oversight, rather than competition law, to address structural issues and protect passengers
The case of Venezuela serves as a warning that universal norms are fading and power-based hierarchies are rising. India must adapt carefully, strengthening its stance in a world where raw power has returned to the forefront of history
RSSFACTS: The Western media persists in demonising the RSS due to historical misconceptions, a political lens, and a lack of understanding of Hindu Dharma and its civilisational context
The year gone by was more like a honeymoon period for Sanjay Malhotra with inflation tamed and IndusInd Bank’s fraud not turning out to be a crisis for the banking sector. The joker in the pack was Rupee, which started behaving unpredictable towards the end of 2025. Coupled with uneasy growth trends, 2026 could prove to be a test year for the governor
It was a year marked by leadership suspense, competing power centres, and growing governance strain in the most crucial southern bastion of the Congress.
Gig workers in India plan a strike for better working conditions, including transparency and a ban on 10-minute deliveries. The growing platform economy raises concerns about worker welfare and regulation
Despite ceaseless Trumpian talk of ending the world’s wars, it’s not quite that easy
India's property system struggles with outdated records and lack of integration. Digitising data, standardising protocols, and integrating systems can ensure faster, more reliable ownership verification, driving growth and trust
Sanghnomics: India’s economic future calls for a ‘Third Way’ rooted in Swadeshi Economics. Revived under Modi, it seeks self-reliance, sustainability, and resilience, moving beyond Western capitalist or Marxist frameworks while addressing global and domestic challenges
Natural gas demand is seasonal and prices are volatile
The gap between US policy, Russian intent, and China’s long-term strategy is the most important strategic variable shaping the conflict’s future
For a certain segment of our population, income levels may increasingly resemble those of Singapore or parts of Europe, but the lived experience outside gated communities and premium condominiums falls dramatically short. This mismatch explains an accelerating trend: wealth and brain drain. Those who can leave do so. Those who cannot ensure their children leave as soon as schooling is complete, writes Rajat Arora
Globally, fraud in 2025 shifted away from document manipulation toward identity-led abuse. Synthetic identities and account takeovers became more prevalent than single-use fraud attempts. AI was used to probe and evade detection systems
India’s political spokespersons are fading as television declines and digital platforms rise, exposing parties’ failure to adapt communication strategies to younger audiences who value authenticity, explanation and platform fluency
A move from fixed deposits to SIPs, and from thrift to credit, is redrawing India’s social map. The shift is strengthening aspirations but also increasing fragility, creating clear winners among financially literate households and leaving others vulnerable
The US President’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariff announcement has seen a partial rollback to mitigate domestic political repercussions. Moreover, neither China nor India gave in under pressure
Countries in North Asia like China, Japan, South Korea, and North Korea are engaged in an intense arms race with efforts to acquire nuclear weapons. Such moves amid US-China rival may threaten the stability of the region
