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Between BJP and Dalits, why khichdi is the lowest common denominator

The humble khichdi is the safest option for India’s ruling party.

On surgical strikes and Pakistan, this ex-Army general has some advice for Modi

I know of no other tactical action in history that has been politicised like the surgical strikes under Modi government.

Alia Bhatt will rule Bollywood in 2019, and it won’t be because of nepotism

Will there be a realignment in the politics of Bollywood if there is a regime change?

Why the lack of approval from Lutyens’ Delhi bothers Narendra Modi so much

Mr Modi's regret with Lutyens' Delhi is perhaps that the BJP is still cast as the subaltern in this enclave.

Barkha Dutt says Narendra Modi has a problem or two. Actually four.

In the latest episode of News ka Juice, Barkha Dutt says that Modi, once considered invincible, is suddenly faced with unexpected political challenges and obstacles.

How Sheikh Hasina’s victory will help India become a stronger Asian power

A strong political dispensation in Bangladesh is good for India, especially when headed by a person who cooperates with New Delhi.

India’s farm economy needs liberalisation, not periodic political charity

India has to turn its farm economy from a charity institution to a vibrant, self-sustaining growth sector.

Why India’s economy needs Eco-normics – not Left vs Right debate

How do we integrate an ecological horizon with state regulations and market mechanisms?

Men are also victims of patriarchy. Just ask Tej Pratap Yadav

The feminist movement will benefit by recognising the struggles of (at least some) men against patriarchy. Tej Pratap Yadav seems to be finally back in...

All that Jet needed to keep flying was one rupee

There’s still plenty of potential in Jet, provided it can modify its business model, or take that elusive one rupee seriously.

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FTA partners drive India’s trade surge as reliance on non-FTA countries dips, says NITI Aayog report

Share of trade with FTA partners rose from 4.6% in 2006 to 28.8% in 2024. India is currently negotiating or advancing agreements with US, Israel, GCC, Canada & Mexico.

Japan overhauls post-World War II pacifist military approach, lifts restrictions on defence exports

Since October last year, Japan PM Sanae Takaichi has planned to increase defence spending target to 2 percent of GDP.

Trump, Netanyahu’s Iran gamble: The regime change rebound

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.