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Govt efforts to develop Indian cities are outpaced by new challenges. We need these 10 fixes

The central government’s investments in urban projects rose by 488% between 2009-10 and 2021-22. Why then do we still await better governance where we live, work, and play?

Why BRI isn’t taking off in Nepal—China’s mixed signals, PM Dahal’s second thoughts

Six years on, it seems that the Nepal govt has understood the basic fact of BRI—it's essentially about taking loans from Chinese banks and repaying the amount in due time.

Palestinians don’t trust Hamas with their future. They need leaders, not a militia

Neither the militant Hamas nor the autocratic Palestinian Authority under Mahmoud Abbas inspire much confidence among Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank, two recent surveys show.

What ThePrint editors read in 2023 — Here are some of their favourites

From foreign policy, culture, politics, fantasy, and psychology to espionage—a variety of books captured our attention this year.

Ex-service chiefs have no place at Ram Temple inauguration. They must guard military values

Officials of senior ranks should not wear military heritage on their sleeves while navigating the rough and tumble of politics.

Gen Asim Munir’s US trip has limited benefits—Pakistan knows what it must do for money, ties

Pakistan Army chief touched base with American investors and Pakistani diaspora in the US, while listing 'sacrifices' on Afghanistan front. But winning trust and confidence won't be easy.

Congress, BRS knew their MLAs were unpopular—how incumbents are the new electoral paradox

The 2023 elections raise three questions: how elected MLAs become unpopular while the state leadership doesn't; why parties don't replace them; and is replacement good for democratic politics?

Pinarayi Vijayan’s Nava Kerala Sadas— a travelling circus masquerading as outreach

CM Vijayan and his entire Cabinet are cruising across Kerala in a Mercedes Benz bus for their 36-day outreach programme, leaving a trail of protests and controversies in their wake.

Hair transplant, vampire facial—India can’t turn a blind eye to unregulated new-age treatments

Botched treatments have resulted in deaths, burns and permanent skin damage. At least we know the source of problem—unregulated clinics.

COP28 climate deal is a win for India. It got semantics right for developing economies

In a victory for India and other developing economies, the agreement avoids the term ‘phase out’ for fossil fuels, using “phase down of unabated coal power” instead.

On Camera

Why the 2026 Bengal assembly election is Mamata’s toughest battle and BJP’s best bet

A day after the polling, both parties are on the edge, trying to figure out which way the wave will swing. But one thing is clear. The outcome of this election is going to be a make-or-break for both parties.

Haryana’s new industrial policy in the works, but industry says old problems remain unsolved

Increase in employment subsidy, Rs 500 crore for estate revamp, new townships in pipeline—but land cost, power breakdowns and inspector raj top among key worries for industry leaders.

Aksai Chin for Arunachal: Ex-Indian Army chief Naravane backs revival of 1950s China offer on border row

Gen Manoj Naravane (retd) said in an exclusive interview with ThePrint that India should focus on having more experts who understand China's psyche and its workings

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.