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Bangladesh elections have pitted the West against Sheikh Hasina. But she has Modi’s support

The UK’s BBC has described the Bangladesh elections as a ‘one-woman show’, while the US’ Associated Press says Sheikh Hasina ‘threatens democracy’.

Jaishankar’s ‘rebalancing’ pitch in Moscow shows he’s trying to hit a sweet spot with Russia

Jaishankar has surely realised that Russians are hardly a junior partner of the Chinese, a phrase much used in Central Asia, where Russia & China struggle for influence.

US Democrats are divided on Modi. Biden cancelling Republic Day visit is proof

Joe Biden’s approval of Narendra Modi has come at a political cost. The US President’s proximity to India’s PM is concerning to the Democratic Party.

US, Russia argue as Bangladesh gets ready for polls. Why Sheikh Hasina is the likely winner

Reports from Bangladesh speak of an atmosphere of fear, nervousness and resistance. Democracy has been more or less inverted—meaning the bad guys are more popular than the good guys.

India knows Sheikh Hasina isn’t a perfect PM. Here’s why Delhi supports her while holding its nose

In many ways, Sheikh Hasina has stood out as a fierce beacon of hope. The Americans, on the contrary, aren’t impressed.

India’s Gaza tightrope walk—it won’t fully support Palestine & can’t fully support Israel

There is no real contradiction between India’s anti-Israel vote at the UN and its strong, public support for Israel. Both are simply different sides to the same, evolving story.

Why Modi govt shifted from pro-Palestine position in 2018 to pro-Israel in 2023 at the UN

The truth is that in the UN system, abstentions don’t count. So the resolution, even if it was a binding one, is toothless.

Why is Afghanistan still celebrating Chennai win & Pakistan having a meltdown? Answer is complex

The answer is embedded in the bitter history that Afghanistan and Pakistan share.

India-Sri Lanka ferry service brings Tamils closer to Tamils. It’s smart economics too

PM Narendra Modi’s video message described the “vision of connectivity” with Sri Lanka that goes beyond the boat. It includes digital payments, fintech, and a joint energy grid.

India’s support for Israel is the right choice. But taking a middle path would be wiser

Even after four days since Hamas attacked Israel, India’s Ministry of External Affairs has not issued a statement on the matter.

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Have we reached a stage where we can say we’re proud of India? The data says so

As we head toward 'Azaadi Ka Amrit Kaal', let us remember the sacrifices of our freedom fighters and keep the growth engine turbocharged and bring energy and prosperity to all.

Navigating Trump’s tariffs is no child’s play. Indian toymakers are losing out on orders, enquiries

Indian toymakers are now exploring new markets, but they want govt to negotiate a trade deal with US soon, introduce incentives and subsidies to make the industry more competitive.

What is Project Sudarshan Chakra, announced by Modi from ramparts of Red Fort

The project is meant to be a ‘protective shield that will keep expanding’, the PM said. It is on the lines of the ‘Golden Dome’ announced by Trump, it is learnt.

War of IAF, PAF doctrines: As Pakistan obsesses over numbers, India embraces risk, wins

Now that both IAF and PAF have made formal claims of having shot down the other’s aircraft in the 87-hour war in May, we can ask a larger question: do such numbers really matter?