Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s refusal to endorse the China-led SCO joint declaration is a strong message—India will not compromise on its core stand against terrorism. Beijing must realise there is no room for double standards when it comes to terror. Principles can’t be bartered for diplomatic or strategic gains.
Europe has found a way to deal with big daddy Trump—keep it light, let him talk
Trump is the big daddy now. And the White House wasted no time and has happily embraced NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte’s new label. Europe clearly has some serious daddy issues to resolve. But it has figured out a way. Keep things light, praise Trump, and just let him talk.
Zohran Mamdani is a new phenomenon. He represents hard Left, beyond AOC
Zohran Mamdani is a new political phenomenon. He represents hard Left. In fact, he is Left of AOC. He mounted an impressive campaign, building an astute coalition of middle-class college graduates decrying affordability, Muslims, Sikhs, and Hispanics. But the larger dilemma he presents is for the Democratic Party’s future direction.
ThePrint reports on Nava Raipur AI park & Bastar tourism show Chhattisgarh is turning new leaf
Bastar bustling with tourists, Nava Raipur taking off as new capital with AI park, semiconductor unit, and IT companies—ThePrint reports about Chhattisgarh turning over a new leaf are heartening. Vishnu Deo Sai-led government has got its priorities right. Naxalism is nearing its end. Chhattisgarh must realise its true potential.
SCO is becoming alien corn for India. Some reflection on the way forward.
Europe is relying on the fact that President Trump will not be in office in 2035 when its pledge to spend 5% of GDP on defence falls due.