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‘Hinduphobia’, ‘oppressed Hindus’—enough with the bogus rhetoric even Modi doesn’t buy

The notion of Hindu victimhood is largely a 1980s creation, exploited for electoral purposes by LK Advani and passed down, in some garbled form, to the rabble.

China’s 2025 foreign policy—Trump uncertainty could push Beijing closer to Europe

China’s most critical international relationship remains with the US. With Donald Trump returning to the presidency, China-US relations are expected to face intensified challenges.

It’s delusional to mistake J&K’s winter quiet for lasting peace

The current strategic pause and pregnant calm in Kashmir can deliver peace and hope for the future—provided it is carefully nurtured.

As China’s two-ocean push looms large, India and the Philippines are closing ranks

As like-minded democracies with shared regional interests, India and the Philippines are natural partners.

Shyam Benegal was the original periscope of India: Imtiaz Ali

I was exposed to Shyam Benegal because my parents watched his films with great relish. I'm lucky to have watched films such as ‘Ankur’, ‘Mandi’, and ‘Trikal’ while growing up.

Modi govt is chasing imagined dragons with one nation, one election. Focus on real reforms

The Kovind Committee claims that the Election Commission’s Model Code of Conduct results in “governance deficit”. This argument is popular with people who haven’t actually read the MCC.

Bangladesh, Myanmar pose new security threats for India—domestic politics isn’t helping either

Earlier, terrorist attacks emanated from Pakistan. Now, there is the possibility of Bangladesh too promoting anti-India activities. Worse, the two could work in unison.

Truth is clear—Sangh Parivar is in perpetual conflict with Ambedkar’s radical modernism

Reciting Ambedkar’s name in a sing-song manner, Shah was ridiculing the father of the Constitution. His tone was sneering, like a send-up of Ambedkarite activists.

India’s ‘Turtle Man’ walked most of 7,516 km coastline. Now, a film is winning awards in US

With little information, a small transistor, and limited support, Satish Bhaskar conducted primary research that drove all turtle conservation efforts in India. 'Turtle Walker' by Taira Malaney reconstructs his travels.

Opposition has the lost art of parliamentary etiquette & repartee. Remember Jaitley, Swaraj

Members of the present party in government were largely in the opposition post-Independence. Their conduct should be compared to that of today’s opposition.

On Camera

The Bengal voter is silent. Is it fear or quiet determination?

The silence may have to do with the state’s history of political violence. During the 2021 post-poll violence, BJP leaders 'ran away leaving their voters at the mercy of the mob'.

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.