India’s ancient regime of licence hails its latest recruit: Trump. He’s announced 100% tariff on movies made outside America. His maze of tariffs — called customs duty in India — becomes more complex. He should offer H-1B waiver and hire our customs officers to help with labyrinthian mathematics of American Inspector Raj.
Mohsin Naqvi should have avoided presenting Asia Cup trophy. He is Pakistan’s Home Minister
The ugly Mohsin Naqvi episode is soaked in immaturity and hypocrisy. Cricket is the loser. There’s a severe downside to senior ministers also running cricket bodies. Dual identities don’t fool anybody. As key Asim Munir aide, he could’ve avoided the presentation. Or discussed with the Indian side beforehand for clarity.
Asia Cup final proves the vast gap between India and Pakistan cricket
Asia Cup final was a rare close India-Pakistan game. India’s deep talent pool can beat anyone in Asia. India’s dominance is the rule and Pakistan’s rare fight is the exception. The gaping chasm between their class and consistency is wide and strengthens the case for two levels in Test cricket.
India has rightly prioritised long-range air defence as a critical necessity
India has rightly prioritised long-range air defence as a critical necessity. The induction of the S-400 has already been a game changer, significantly strengthening deterrence. Exploring additional acquisitions under Make in India in tandem with accelerating indigenous systems is the logical path to ensure layered, credible, and sovereign air defence.
Stampede at Tamil Nadu rally showed Vijay fell short of handling his first crisis
The stampede deaths at Vijay’s rally in Tamil Nadu were a tragedy of administrative negligence. It was his first crisis—opportunity to show political instinct and maturity. Vijay fell short. He scooted Karur, retreated into silence before responding and then waited another 12 long hours to make a detailed statement.