
Iran-Saudi rapprochement: Despite realignment taking shape in Gulf region, deal implementation remains challenging
There are a host of issues that involve a major policy shift in entrenched positions by both sides. We need to wait and see the outcome as the two month period outlined in the agreement is not easy to bridge the bitter gulf

Global Watch | How Chinese spy agencies deceived the world through ‘Grains of Sand’ theory
For the CCP and Xi Jinping, the Chinese espionage network is the most effective tool to dominate the world. The world can underestimate Chinese intelligence at its own peril

Beyond The Lines | Why meddle in the muddle: Middle Kingdom in the Middle East?
By building influence in the Middle East, China aims to cultivate global constituencies and garner support in its favour — critical for Xi’s larger projects in due course

Why Myanmar must acknowledge existence of Rohingyas as community faces deeper crisis after WFP cuts funds for food
A regional effort may be effective along with a well-developed national framework restoring the ethnic minority status to the Rohingya community in Myanmar

London mission attack: Time for Indian government to act tough till Britain reins in anti-India forces
To put pressure on the UK government to take condign action against the Khalistani elements we could, as things proceed, consider putting a hold on bilateral official and ministerial visits for the time being, including on FTA negotiations

Khalistani movement: For far too long, the Anglosphere has run with the hare and hunted with the hounds
The most galling thing is that instead of cracking down on these extremist elements that pose a threat to India’s national security and territorial integrity, foreign governments are often guilty of indifference, benign neglect and even tacit encouragement

5 Reasons why Rani Mukerji’s Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway is a must watch
From reel to real, Rani Mukerji’s Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway touches the heart of all.

Indian Ink | Is it India’s moment? Yes, a Nobel for Narendra Modi will prove it
Though the statement attributed to Asle Toje, Deputy Leader of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, that Prime Minister Modi was the strongest contender for the Nobel Peace Prize, has been shown to be fake, this does not mean that the idea will go away

If Khalistanis can storm Indian High Commission in London, why not give same rights to Argentinian protesters in Delhi?
Time is ripe for the West to realise that India’s patience is running thin. Anyway, friendship can’t be a one-way traffic

Can India-Japan summit help in bridging the gap between G20 and G7?
The summit is witness to how much can Modi and Kishida harmonise their positions to achieve better outcomes from their hosting of G7 and G20 summits for both their nations

Rani Mukerji’s Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway: Why is it difficult to identify abuse | Explained
Sagarika Chakraborty opened up to Firstpost, in an exclusive interview, how she has been a victim of domestic abuse. It’s time for women to identify the signs of abuse and stop being a sacrificing machine.

Rani Mukerji's Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway TRUMPS Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan at the box office - here's how
Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway is inspired by the real-life story of Sagarika Chakraborty and Anirudh, an Indian couple whose children were taken away by Norwegian authorities in 2011.

AUKUS initiative: A watershed moment in dealing with Chinese threat
Given India’s geographical positioning, and its strong ties with the countries involved, be it bilaterally or ‘minilaterally’, any developments in the region will have serious military implications for New Delhi

India must warn UK: Any further vandalism of High Commission premises in London will have consequences
India must bring down the full force of its national composite power and take necessary, concomitant steps if incidents of such nature are repeated in the UK

World Sparrow Day 2023: Our little brown-grey birdie needs help!
Whether it is initiatives on a large scale like the special sparrow village or just putting out water and food for the birds, there is much that can be done for the gentle sparrow

Iran-Saudi Arabia ties: How China's energy needs led to reconciliation between Tehran and Riyadh courtesy Beijing
China needs to balance its key energy suppliers and maintain its friendship with both Iran and Saudi Arabia

Weather Report | Woes of farmers not going to end: A wet week is ahead for most parts of North India
The upcoming week is all set to start with active weather conditions over north, east, and central India as severe thunderstorms are expected in Punjab, Haryana, Delhi NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, and West Bengal on Monday

Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway: Decoding Sagarika's legal battle with the Norwegian government to bring back her children
Rani Mukerji's Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway is inspired by the real-life story of an Indian couple whose children were taken away by Norwegian authorities in 2011.

Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway movie review: High-strung storytelling defeats even the formidable Rani Mukerji
The true story of Sagarika Chakraborty – an Indian woman separated from her children by Norway’s child protection services – merits a better film than this over-cooked melodrama.

Shabana Azmi’s What’s Love Got To Do With It? movie review: A feel good, predictable film
Shekhar Kapur’s rom-com What’s Love Got To Do With It? is a vibrant film which revolves around the concept of arranged marriage.