How Saudi Arabia, Pakistan’s ally earlier, tilted towards India
Pahalgam terror attacks happened when PM Modi was on a state visit to Saudi Arabia. Following the attack, the Kingdom immediately offered India assistance. It encapsulated the extent of change in its approach, characterised by zero tolerance for terrorism and a deepening of counter-terrorism co-operation with countries such as India
Pahalgam terror attack leaves Kashmiris in a bind, loans to repay and a tourist season blown away
Those who took loans or sold personal assets like jewellery and land to invest in the industry now face dire uncertainty. Hoteliers, Shikara riders, and vendors, once symbols of economic stability, may grapple with dwindling visitors and mounting debts as the violence shatters the narrative of normalcy promoted by the government
China’s façade of neutrality in Russia-Ukraine conflict
There may not be a cogent justification for Chinese soldier-volunteers to fight against Ukraine, but China would not send them without a long-term strategy. It must be part of a calibrated strategy that is yet to emerge in public domain
US VPs tend to travel more to Europe, South Korea and Japan
US Vice President JD Vance, on his third official visit, landed up in India for a four-day visit on April 21. The visit comes 12 years after Joe Biden visited India for four days in 2013 as vice president
Reunion buzz: 'Uddhav won't have any issue with Raj if he keeps away from BJP, Shinde Sena'
ED has unearthed that, the funds were deployed/introduced in certain companies to cause 'artificial price fluctuations' of certain 'SME sector securities' so as to cheat common investors.
Akhilesh Yadav's 2027 UP election gambit: Will it pay off like 2024 or backfire like 2017?
“The INDIA alliance is and will remain,” Akhilesh stated, signaling his intention to keep the anti-BJP front united in Uttar Pradesh.
Karnataka’s caste survey opens a Pandora’s Box for the polity
A deeply divided Cabinet, outraged mutt heads and thwarted ambitions muddy the waters. Two key questions remain unanswered. Will Siddaramaiah realise his ‘dream project’ of making the OBCs have a greater say in Karnataka politics? Can any political party remain unscathed by the fallout of the report?
The Tamil Nadu Governor Case: Overstepping or stepping up?
In the initial days of the Supreme Court’s existence, the Court went by the letter – but gradually moved towards constitutionalism based on the experience of its working and in furtherance of the cherished principles. Absolutism is unknown to our constitutional structure. And the Court can surely exercise judicial review powers to bring institutions to account, without substituting the institution itself
Maharashtra: Scribe’s question on Raj, Uddhav Thackeray patch-up buzz irks Deputy CM Eknath Shinde
While Eknath Shinde was at his native Dare village in Satara district on Saturday, a reporter from TV Marathi asked for his comment on the buzz of rapprochement between Shiv Sena (UBT) head Uddhav Thackeray and Maharashtra Navnirnam Sena (MNS) president Raj Thackeray
Violence in West Bengal direct fallout of growing Hindu-Muslim divide in country: Farooq Abdullah
Asked about some BJP leaders raising questions over the Supreme Court after its directions on the Waqf Amendment Act, the NC leader said the four pillars of democracy – legislature, executive, judiciary and the media – keep democracy alive in the country
Uddhav, Raj Thackeray hint at reunion amid Hindi imposition row in Maharashtra
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray and Shiv Sena (UBT) supremo Uddhav Thackeray indicated their willingness to unite for the interest of Maharashtra and Marathi people.
'Won't allow compulsion ...': Uddhav Thackeray after Fadnavis govt makes Hindi mandatory in Maharashtra schools
Mumbai, Apr 19 Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Saturday asserted that his party will not allow making Hindi compulsory in Maharashtra after ..
Who is the true heir of Ambedkar’s legacy?
RSSFACTS: On Ambedkar’s birth anniversary, RSS leaders praised his legacy, highlighting efforts towards social harmony and constitutional values. Through initiatives like Seva Bharati, RSS advances Ambedkar’s vision, especially among marginalised communities and Scheduled Castes
2027 UP elections: Caste equations at the forefront as BJP begins hunt for new state president
Prominent names doing the rounds include Minister Dharmpal Singh, Union Minister BL Verma, and Rajya Sabha MP Baburam Nishad. All are OBC leaders with significant regional influence.
As the 2026 state election nears, Bengal’s political turf war turns communal
The recent unrest in Murshidabad has reignited concerns over communal harmony and political accountability in West Bengal. As conflicting narratives emerge and displaced families seek shelter, the incident has become a flashpoint in the run-up to a high-stakes 2026 election
Giving Hindutva hardliners a free rein lands BJP in a fix in Rajasthan
A basic contradiction BJP faces is that while communal rhetoric is overlooked as it often gets political/electoral gains, casteist slurs and notions of ritual purity are frowned upon as they could alienate Dalit voters and lead to serious electoral consequences
Tax Surveillance: A dangerous precedent for privacy and liberty
A system where tax officers have unchecked authority turns the state into the judge, jury, and executioner. Even if the intent is to curb tax evasion, the means must respect democratic principles and due process
Nepal’s nostalgia for monarchy is misplaced
Pro-monarchy protests in country have their roots in the frustration with the current system. Governance failures are many and limit the potential of the country. Yet, Nepal has made progress on many fronts since 2015 when the current Constitution was adopted. The solution lies in reforming the current system instead of taking a step back to a past that was not rosy
Jawahar Lal Nehru and Sardar Patel: A complex legacy of disagreements and differences
RSSFACTS: The Congress Party’s claim to Sardar Patel’s legacy is ironic, given Nehru’s policy differences, dismissive actions after the latter’s death, and efforts to undermine his contributions to India’s unity
The changing global financial order and its consequences
Amid rising geopolitical tensions, fiscal imbalances, and unexpected policy shifts, the world’s reliance on the dollar is starting to waver. As cracks emerge in this long-standing financial architecture, global markets may be entering uncharted territory
US’ cyber security strategy relegates Russian threat, makes China main target
The Trump administration has shown definitive signs of shuffling its hierarchy of threats. Russia, the focus during the last three presidencies, is no longer seen through the same lens. Resources are now being shifted to tackling China. It assumes salience in the backdrop of an intensifying US-China trade war
Sorry Guv, even you have a deadline
Politics in India at the sub-national level plays out through the Governor’s office. It’s mainly taken the form of Governors sitting on bills passed by State Assemblies by exploiting loopholes in the Constitution. Supreme Court on April 8 closed one such loophole by explicitly setting a timeline for Governors to act when Bills are presented to them. It bodes well for federalism
What can the world do with Hamas?
Both EU and Arab League members want to exclude it from administering Gaza if a truce with Israel is reached. Hamas however, remains an ingrained factor in the Palestinian question. Palestinians would turn to Hamas because of feeble Fatah. Hamas may not score over Israel, but it remains a dominant player within Palestine
What will be the impact of Waqf Act on Bihar state elections?
In the shadow of a contentious new law, Bihar’s political landscape is simmering with possibilities. Allies are walking a tightrope while rivals sense opportunity
