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Covid rising in China, but Xi busy colluding with Russia against US—and looking at Taiwan

Premier Li Keqiang stepped down, Shanghai and Jilin are going under lockdown due to the Covid surge, but Xi has other issues on his mind.

Ukraine war likely to accelerate decline in globalisation & we’ll miss it when it’s gone

As more countries step away from globalisation, prices will get steeper. A world less economically connected is one in which disruptions and conflict are more possible.

Why it may take more than patriotism for India to shed Visa, Mastercard dominance with RuPay

Global card firms boycotting Russia over its invasion of Ukraine may amplify nationalist sentiments, but in the long run, moving beyond plastic might be a more viable strategy.

Why near-disaster BrahMos accident is an opportunity for India & Pakistan to discuss safety

India’s missile misfired, Pakistan didn’t intercept — now both must talk to ensure ‘stability in conflict’.

India vs Pakistan military lesson from Ukraine — generals must let leaders know defence reality

India needs to learn the military lesson of Ukraine conflict: Rolling the tanks is a roll of the dice.

Seeing ourselves on screen can affect cultural change. Media needs diversity

A new WEF report shows 59% of people who identify as a minority tend to engage with brands more frequently if they are inclusive of diverse views.

Russia protesting against ‘insane tsar’ Putin means cause for alarm. But he’s sitting tight

It is likely that we will see a doubling down of repression and prevention of dissent that might shake the very foundations of the regime.

Agra’s parchinkari — How ODOP is taking Mughal-era marble handicrafts to modern markets

Parchinkari art form continues to be practised using technology that has remained unchanged for the last 400 years. It now supplement Agra’s original ODOP, leather goods.

No cabaret, crooning or cocktails: How laws impact women in India’s hospitality industry

Employment of female performers, bartenders, restaurant managers and housekeeping staff isn't as simple as you think. But no one's talking about it.

Deepika Padukone to Kardashians—faux leather is the new cool statement

At a recent outing, Kardashian’s Balenciaga trench coat almost felt like she was paying a tribute to the Batman movie.

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The BaaS effect—How MG’s battery plan can make Windsor an attractive pick for EV buyers

With many more electric cars on the way, the Maruti Suzuki eVX and Hyundai Creta EV in particular, the EV space is getting interesting.

10 yrs ago, battery leasing failed to boost demand for EV cars in India. Now, it’s making a comeback

Under this model, battery is provided to EV owners on a subscription basis or lease. With more people open to buying EV cars, the lower upfront cost could likely drive wider acceptance.

Morocco signs pact with Tata for joint manufacture of WhAP Infantry Fighting Vehicle

The armoured platform is India's first amphibious infantry combat wheeled vehicle. Last year, the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces had procured 90 military trucks from the Tata Group.

Islam doesn’t kill democracy. The army-Islam combo does

How come Indonesia, Malaysia, Turkey and Sri Lanka remain constitutional, democratic and stable despite Islam and Buddhism respectively, but Pakistan, Bangladesh and Myanmar don’t?