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Poonch ambush had unmistakable Pakistani hand. But here’s why Indian govt is downplaying it

While questions about the Poonch attack remain unanswered, the incident must be seen within the context of the dynamics that emerged after 2019.

Why can’t India recognise Armenian Genocide? Turkey doesn’t hesistate in offending New Delhi

Mahatma Gandhi’s view of Armenia was shaped by a combination of ignorance, anti-colonial machinations, and myopia—but not malice.

Harappan small town Banawali is full of surprises. Terracota plough, Citadel, street soak jars

The most significant finding at Banawali is the terracotta plough. It is the only specimen of what an ancient plough looked like.

China’s military support for Russia to increase. For now it’s training, non-lethal assistance

Beijing sees a strong ally in Lula who has been a longtime proponent of an anti-US stance in international politics.

Pakistan is an insecure state, not a failed one. Its crisis gives India a breather

Pakistan’s insecurity is understandable. But its choices in dealing with it have often been self-defeating and deeply damaging to itself.

No dye or colour, here is what you can do to avoid the grey hair

As a dermatologist, I come across many parents expressing concern about premature greying of their early teen children.

Dear Pakistanis, we won’t turn into Sudan. Our army has always had unchecked power

My next invite might be from India for the G20 in Jammu and Kashmir. I do think that is the closest I can get to freeing Kashmir.

India’s alternative schools prepare kids for climate change, global issues. West can learn

Open-air teaching, on-campus Miyawaki forest walks, birdwatching are some of the activities encouraged at India’s alternative schools.

Poonch killing of Indian soldiers shows jihad will increase India-Pakistan war risk

There have been dozens of terrorist attacks in Jammu & Kashmir's Pir Panjal since 2021. It shows how unstable the peace on the Line of Control is.

Could Apple’s ride into India be smooth as Suzuki’s? Maybe, if it’s willing to follow Samsung’s footsteps

Could Apple’s belated focus on India, as a market and as a manufacturing base, become in the fullness of time as significant an event...

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Indian Forest Service has to change. Begin by calling it Indian Environment Service

As climate risks move from forests to cities, India needs a dedicated environmental cadre that can bridge regulation, enforcement and urban planning.

Strategic petroleum reserves: Why India needs bigger oil buffers & how others compare | Cut The Clutter

This is the transcript of Ep 1830 of Cut the Clutter, where Shekhar Gupta explains why strategic petroleum reserves are a national necessity & how India compares with China, US & Japan.

DRDO unveils amphibious battle platforms with crewless turrets, anti-tank missile capability

Tracked and wheeled variants, built in collaboration with Tata Advanced Systems and Bharat Forge, carry 30mm turrets, cross water using hydro jets, and are 65% indigenous.

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.