Sudershan Reddy was a judge committed to upholding human rights and a critic of neoliberalism
Opposition grouping INDIA’s VP candidate described himself as a “liberal Constitutional democrat”. A scrutiny of his most widely discussed verdicts as a Supreme Court judge shows that this description is accurate. His deepest commitment lay in upholding human rights
Silent Architects: A rare glimpse into the lives of RSS functionaries
RSSFACTS: Ramesh Prakash, a dedicated RSS organiser, quietly shaped the Sangh’s growth in North India, mentored BJP leaders, and played a key role during the Emergency and in educational initiatives
Strategic Autonomy Needs Influence: Neutrality without engagement is isolation; India’s moment to lead in the Middle East is now
Demonstrating strategic autonomy without influence results in strategic isolation. India’s economic stake in a transforming Middle East is huge. As the West loses its attraction there, India, which doesn’t carry historical baggage, needs to capitalize on emerging opportunities
Wang Yi’s Delhi visit signals a thaw in Sino-India ties but meaningful progress will depend on political directions of leaders’
A tentative step forward has been taken by both sides but it’s unrealistic to expect quick progress. For now, China holds more cards than India and Delhi will have to move with caution and perspicacity
India needs a clear-eyed China policy that serves its own interest, not that of other powers
China’s foreign minister Wang Yi visited India this week, which led to an uptick in the bilateral relationship and the promise of enhanced trade and investment flows. It represents a prudent step as buying-in to the Western narrative of India as a counterweight to China comes with big risks that can undermine the country’s strategic autonomy
Trump’s Ukraine peace juggernaut careers onwards
Lack of clarity over US security guarantees shows primacy of form over substance
Rahul Gandhi's Bihar march revives Opposition unity over Election Commission transparency
Rahul Gandhi's 'Voter Adhikar Yatra' has not only challenged the Election Commission over alleged voter list irregularities in Bihar but also revived opposition unity and reshaped alliance dynamics ahead of crucial state elections
NDA’s choice for VP: A symbol of southern outreach and Sangh–BJP cohesion
This choice should put to rest the rumour mill which has been working overtime to establish that there is a rift between the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh(RSS) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). CP Radhakrishnan is an RSS swayamsevak
Trump faces European revolt at Monday Ukraine meeting after controversial Putin summit
Trump's negotiations with Putin have expanded beyond Ukraine into a broader realignment of US-Russia relations, prompting European leaders to unite in protecting Ukraine's interests while raising concerns about territorial concessions
From Geopolitics to Markets: Tracking investment clues from Alaska to Red Fort
India's strategic pivot towards self-reliance amid geopolitical turmoil creates a compelling investment narrative for domestic-focused sectors
Election Commission to hold press conference on Sunday amid opposition allegations
New Delhi, Aug 16 The Election Commission (EC) will hold a press conference on Sunday amid allegations of "vote theft" levelled by Congress leader Rahul..
DMK won't be cowed down by ED searches against minister, says Kanimozhi
The ED searched multiple premises linked to the Tamil Nadu minister and a senior DMK leader, his MLA-son IP Senthilkumar in Chennai and their native, Dindigul
BJP’s internal survey hints at major shake-up: Why 2027 could see record number of sitting MLAs dropped in UP
According to party insiders, the leadership will not shy away from denying tickets to sitting legislators if they are seen as obstacles to the party’s goal of returning to power.
Europe builds for war as arms factories expand at triple speed
FT radar analysis reveals historic scale of rearmament, stretching over 7mn sq metres of new development
Rahul Gandhi vs. EC: 'Vote theft' charge is dubious but electoral rolls have a problem
Rahul Gandhi’s example of Bengaluru’s Mahadevapura assembly constituency to make his case is unconvincing. However, he has brought to the fore a long festering wound which needs to be addressed squarely, rather than attacking and intimidating a leader, who after all is playing the role of a “messenger”
Quad’s future after the Trump tariff shock
For now, it would be desirable for Delhi to remain committed to the bilateral track with Washington as regards security and technology cooperation and strengthen the structural and institutional elements of what could still be the most consequential relationship of this century, even as negotiators try to hammer out a modus vivendi
Priyanka asks Election Commission to conduct probe on 'vote chori', says its responsibility is not towards BJP
New Delhi, Aug 8 Slamming the Election Commission, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Friday asked the poll body to probe Rahul Gandhi's poll rigg..
Trump is a short-term irritant; overlapping Indo-US interests are a long-term reality
Cold War politics and commercial interests in the backdrop of a menacing China will help both countries get over this phase. Don’t expect an immediate rapprochement but never underestimate the binding power of mutual self-interest
Elections may legitimise Myanmar’s military junta, not foster democracy
Myanmar’s military junta is holding elections after a gap of four years to solidify its rule. Two junta-backed parties are in a strong position because the National League for Democracy, the biggest party, will not contest elections. NLD’s leaders including Nobel prize winning Aung San Suu Kyi are in jail
India–UK FTA signals strategic shift in trade policy
The India–UK FTA marks a major policy shift, promoting inclusive growth, export diversification, and global integration. It reflects India’s maturing trade strategy ahead of key deals with the U.S. and EU
Second in Line, Not in Power: The office of India’s Vice-President
The Indian Vice-President occupies a high office structurally, but his influence is largely circumscribed by the limited and situational nature of his executive authority. A close examination of the powers and functions of the Vice-President reveals that they are almost entirely rooted in his role as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha
Rage without Resolution: A year of disappointment for Bangladesh
The July Uprising removed an entrenched regime, the aftermath has revealed deeper, structural problems. The interim government, instead of unifying the country and ensuring peace, has largely contributed to the national discontent. With no end to protests and no election date in sight, Bangladesh stands at a dangerous political crossroads
All 3 terrorists neutralised in Operation Mahadev were involved in Pahalgam attack: Amit Shah
Briefing the House on Operation Mahadev, Shah said three terrorists Suleiman, Faiz-e-Jat (Afghan) and Jibran were killed in a joint operation by J&K police, Indian Army and CRPF.
Tariffs, Deals, and the Power of Scale: Why Trump’s new accords can’t replicate the Amazon‑China playbook
If the United States truly wants a home‑grown manufacturing renaissance, nudges will not suffice. Either erect a near‑total barrier as China did in e‑commerce or create a market environment that lets smaller players compete on speed and price. The real lesson is not that protection wins, but that scale married to relentless reinvestment wins
