The gains from the pause in the war between US-Israel and Iran may be fragile. Global media says Pakistan’s mediation adds new geopolitical layer to the conflict.
West Asia war disrupts energy supply, causing global ripple effects, including in India. Global media also spotlights capital punishment for 9 TN cops in custodial deaths case.
The ongoing cycle of elections in India—polls are being held in 4 states & 1 UT—comes amid West Asia war-driven spikes in energy prices & pressure on rupee.
Meanwhile, NYT traces the success of ‘former Goldman Sachs operations analyst who discovered rap as a child in South Texas’, better known as Hanumankind.
International media looks at the varying views on the diplomatic position India should take with Pakistan trying to act as mediator, and the impact of conflict on state-owned oil companies.
Global media looks at why the two Dhurandhar movies have invited criticism. BBC takes close look at India’s 'educated & employed but struggling' middle class.
If the government wants to spend taxpayers’ money to make India a better place, then spend it on building more courts, improving the collapsing bureaucracy. But, of course, politicians will only think of themselves.
The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz eases supply fears, but controlled shipping, slow output recovery, and high costs may delay oil flow normalisation for months.
This special edition of Cut The Clutter, straight from the Siliguri corridor, details the strategic importance of the narrow strip of land in West Bengal, and how it’s a vital link connecting the Northeast to the rest of India.
American objectives are unmet. They neither have muscle nor motivation to resume the war. As for Iran, the regime didn’t just survive, it’s now led by more radical individuals.
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