The chokehold of the Pakistani military on ideas has created a republic of fear. For Indians, the crisis ought to remind just how fragile democratic freedoms are.
The global shipping industry is in the midst of one of its biggest changes with the sector set to remain subdued for the next few years and a revival possible 8-10 years from now.
Sitharaman, who is only the second woman defence minister in India's history, is expected to work closely with the Finance Minister to take key industry-related decisions