Doval’s Russia visit underscores a clear message that India won’t be arm-twisted into abandoning trusted partners. Buying oil isn’t illegal, neither is strategic autonomy negotiable. As New Delhi engages with Trump, it will balance interests but not at the cost of old allies who have stood the test of time.
SC reserving order on Allahabad HC judge is overlordism. It can discredit the judiciary
The Supreme Court overstepped its jurisdiction by barring a sitting Allahabad HC judge from hearing criminal cases. It usurped the power of the Chief Justice, master of the roster. HCs aren’t subordinate to SC. A perverse or erroneous order can be rectified. However, ‘overlordism’ can discredit the entire judicial machinery.
Rahul Gandhi’s allegations of voter fraud in Bengaluru are serious. ECI shouldn’t be dismissive
Rahul Gandhi’s allegations of fraud in electoral rolls in Bengaluru’s Mahadevapura Assembly constituency are serious. Election Commission shouldn’t be dismissive. Voters’ trust in electoral rolls is vital to a democracy. ECI should investigate into his allegations or even conduct a Bihar-like SIR in Mahadevapura to dispel misgivings and ensure transparency.
The United States remaining the centrepiece of Indian foreign policy. For both economic and strategic reasons. Leaving space for a very old friendship with Russia. Also for a prudent, pragmatic reset with China. The recent past has been an unsettling time for our foreign policy.