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Wednesday, February 18, 2026
TopicExtremism

Topic: Extremism

New book examines how Buddhist nationalism is reshaping politics and society in Asia

The Robe and the Sword examines how strands of modern Buddhist nationalism have intersected with state power, ethnic conflict and majoritarian politics in parts...

Leicester clashes show UK is a hotbed of Islamic radicalism. But Hindus must keep calm

India must urge Hindu students in the UK to live up to their reputation of being a tolerant, peaceful, law-abiding community that does not partake in clashes.

Hindu voters in UP don’t need extremism and call for violence for them to vote BJP

Hindu voters in UP don't need violent appeals to vote on the lines of their religious identity. Yogi Adityanath and uttering ‘Mandir-masjid’ is enough.

India’s politicians are playing with the fire of sectarian hatred

Even in a country that has turned worryingly majoritarian in recent years, open promotion of genocide and ethnic cleansing should set off alarms.

Is the internet really more effective at radicalising people than older media?

TV remains a potent means of manipulation. But the internet may be an algorithmic, personalised upgrade.

Is this where Europe is headed? France’s new radicalism law exposes Macron’s centrism

France’s Left and Right-wing agree on one thing when it comes to the new ‘anti-separatism’ law targeted at Muslims — it is too vague.

Extremists taking advantage of global Covid lockdowns to recruit youths online: UN chief

Listing startling numbers, UN chief Antonio Guterres said one of every five young people was already not in education, training or employment.

Indian liberals missed the mark yet again by protesting ‘la ilaha illallah’ in CAA debate

Shashi Tharoor and Sadanand Dhume both thought Muslims asserting their existence through ‘la ilaha Illallah’ was too extreme for the anti-CAA protests.

Why self-determination for Kashmir would have meant autonomy only for extremists

India knows that the Sunni Muslim demand for autonomy is a danger to the freedoms of smaller minorities, Kashmiri Muslim women and LGBTQ community.

Neuroscience is the missing link that can separate terrorists from non-violent extremists

While joining the IS, foreigners were required to enlist skills and willingness to carry out suicide attacks, but not everyone signed up.

On Camera

Telangana spoke up for Muslim vendor who was attacked. South is different from the North

A poor Muslim man from Kurnool, selling khoya buns during the Medaram Jatara in Telangana, was harassed by some YouTubers and surrounded by a mob over allegations of 'food jihad'.

Venezuela crude returns to India’s oil basket. But only as ‘supplementary’ supply

Indian refiners are testing Venezuelan barrels again as Russian supply sinks, but analysts say volumes will remain limited due to refinery constraints & supply capacity.

US military commander, envoy Sergio Gor visit Indian Army Western Command, Bengaluru next

At the Western Army Command, the American delegation was briefed on the capabilities of the formation, past operations and the path ahead.

The new Great Game—Trump’s playing for time, China for leverage & India for wiggle room

This is the game every nation is now learning to play. Some are finding new allies or seeing value among nations where they’d seen marginal interest. The starkest example is India & Europe.