For most of the human history, the oceans represented something larger than any power could control. It was unfathomable and beyond conquest—wild, uncontained, and governed by forces of nature rather...

The job of the government of a welfare state is to ensure an equitable distribution of food grains at reasonable prices to the vulnerable sections of the society through an efficient management of...

Leadership transitions are always a significant moment for any cricketing nation, and India finds itself on the cusp of one yet again in the white-ball formats. With Rohit Sharma’s time as the leader...

Imagine writing a poem, sharing your thoughts, And suddenly, you’re in trouble—who would’ve thought? This happened to Imran, a man in the news, For sharing a poem—he got accused! The police said his...

Jaya Row What is the timeless wisdom in the Bhagwad Gita that inspired Sunita Williams to carry it to space, helped Manu Bhaker win an Olympic medal, and motivated Gandhiji and countless others on...

Historian Nikolaus Pevsner once said, ‘A cow shed is a building; Lincoln Cathedral is architecture’. By turning the definition on its head, Swiss-French architect Le Corbusier could say with equal...

In an interview, the recently retired Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud disclosed that the Supreme Court disposed of over 21,300 bail applications in a year, which is a stunning statistic by any...

They lie like giants snoring on the shore Grand and elegant, so many memories they store That time can’t remember, so they tell the tales Of the once upon a world that didn’t look so...

We need double-digit growth, year after year! It’s an ambitious call, but why not? India has the potential, the resources, and the momentum. The post-pandemic rebound was strong, but now, as consum...

I remember visiting a family friend, a couple married for over thirty years. Their home was warm, their conversations effortless, and their bond unmistakably deep. I remember, over dinner, I asked...

Trump is demonstrating just how much America has changed over the past eight years, and Democrats don’t know what to do about it. The first time Trump entered the Oval Office back in 2017, a...

Elections tomorrow in Germany will show how close AfD, yet another Western party that’s ultra-nationalist, Russia-loving and immigrant-bashing, gets to taking power in the future Tomorrow, an...

There is an indication that a new goods and services tax (GST) slab will be introduced, in addition to the existing four GST rates: 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28%. The Group of Ministers (GoM) in...

In India, the right to privacy is something the government doesn’t always protect as it should. Privacy means that your personal information, like what’s on your phone or computer, should stay...

Welcome back to another edition of My Take 5. Sinwar’s dead in Gaza, Jaishankar made a rare trip to Pakistan, New Delhi has announced a ‘patrolling agreement’ with Beijing, Muizzu’s done a 180 and...

In the waning days of the US presidential election, Republican nominee Trump will be holding rallies in New York and California. And while these are the most populous states in the country, the...

Ups and downs over the last decade aside, the original Brics – Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa – worked together to chart out significant initiatives such as establishment of New...

If you’ve ever dreamed of a luxurious getaway that combines relaxation, exquisite dining, and a touch of adventure, then look no further than Macau. I recently spent a few unforgettable days here...

Approximately 7 million Jewish Israelis and an equal number of Palestinians live cheek by jowl between the Mediterranean Sea and the Jordan River. The area encompasses Israel, the occupied territor...

As the global community intensifies efforts to address climate change, recent research shows that Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) and hydrogen technologies are becoming crucial tools...