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Palestinian issue on brink: Has time for two-state solution come?

While militant outfits must recognise Israel’s right to exist, the Israelis must understand that peace in itself is a bountiful reward for them

Philippines, India envisage deeper ties amid global uncertainty

Marking 75 years of ties, India and the Philippines seize the moment to align strategic priorities, boost defence and maritime cooperation, and deepen regional and global coordination

Why Monsoon Session is a visionary one

Parliament’s Monsoon Session represents more than simply a legislative sprint, it is an institutional inflection point

Foreign fighters are no substitute: India must prioritise its own AMCA

The indigenous Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft is not just a fighter jet project; it's a national security priority that requires swift and decisive action to maintain India's aerial dominance and strategic posture

How Pakistan is trying hard to be a go-between for the US and Iran

Iranian President Pezeshkian’s recent visit to Pakistan was driven not by the Indo-Pakistani context, but by the evolving situation stemming from the Iran-Israel military conflict and the recent US strikes

Beyond tariffs: President Trump's targeting of India can harm bilateral ties

Beyond the Russian context, the level of American tariffs imposed on India places it in an inferior position vis-à-vis other countries in Asia

Thailand-Cambodia conflict: A colonial legacy, not a civilisational crisis

The tragedy of Preah Vihear is that both countries have chosen to emphasise what is disputed about the Hindu temple's history rather than its potential as a ‘connection’ between the two Buddhist neighbours

Standing tall: Bharat’s strategic calm amid Trumpian turbulence

Bharat must stand its ground on tariffs and be prepared for short-term pain in pursuit of long-term strategic gain

A year after Hasina’s exit, stability remains a distant dream for Bangladesh

A country that was once exemplified by development and progress is now sliding into political turmoil and economic volatility—underscoring the importance of strong central leadership, despite its flaws

Trump’s war against the world comes at America’s expense

President Trump’s ‘America First’ policy would benefit him and his supporters but harm the United States and the world

An uncertain Pakistan: Munir’s panic run to US and China shows his anxiety

Pakistan is making desperate efforts to keep China and the US in good humour and on the right side by a delicate balancing act; however, only time will reveal the true outcomes

India needs strategic patience to sail through Trump’s tariff storm

A selective India-US trade deal protecting sensitive sectors while retaining competitiveness is the key

Philippine president in India: A timely visit amid shifting Indo-Pacific dynamics

Under the Marcos Jr administration, the Philippines has been pushing for a more active collaboration with India, especially in the field of defence and maritime security

Beyond Cholapuram: Forgotten Chola temples of Tamil Nadu echo a glorious past

The Melpadi shrines may not have the grandeur of the Brihadeeshwara temples of Thanjavur and Gangaikonda Cholapuram nor the intricate craftsmanship of the Airavatesvara Temple at Darasuram, but they form an important part of the larger Chola narrative

Why India must shift to strategic offence to secure Kashmir

The strategic verdict is clear: deterrence alone is no longer enough

How Trump’s erratic behaviour strained most defining partnership of 21st century

Donald Trump’s transactional and disruptive approach, along with his overt support for Pakistan, undermines India’s national interests and bilateral trust

Democracies snubbed, dictators courted: Inside Trump’s embrace of Pakistan

Was Donald Trump bribed to favour Pakistan over India? How should India respond?

India-China thaw: Strategic signalling, not concession

India’s recent uptick in diplomatic ties with China is not a concession; instead, it reflects Delhi’s calculated posture of strategic signalling

Trump’s tariff threat: For India, no deal is better than a bad one

Trade deals aren’t T20s—they’re Test matches, needing years of diplomacy, while President Trump wants them wrapped up in days

India’s way in the topsy-turvy world of Trump’s tariffs

India could consider redirecting exports to the United States via the UK, with which it has just concluded a free trade agreement. The UAE also presents another potential route

Trump’s tariff toolkit: Lose Bharat, strengthen China, shatter Pax Americana

By treating Bharat as a subordinate to be bullied rather than a partner to be engaged, President Trump risks a rupture that could last far beyond his presidency

Head-on | Why India is a spoke in the Trump-Xi wheel

The emergence of India as a significant economic and military power is a complication in the G2 global power duopoly

How Trump’s ‘America First’ obsession has pushed India-US ties into uncertainty

President Trump's recent decision to impose tariffs and penalties on India indicates a significant strain on the bilateral trade relationship

How rise of right in Japan can impact Tokyo’s global outlook

Japan’s latest upper-house election has handed sizeable gains to three right-leaning parties

France, UK’s recognition of Palestine will open Pandora’s Box of terrorism

Independent Palestine today would be a failed state and a toehold on the eastern Mediterranean for Turkey, Iran, or other terror sponsors

India seeks a fair trade deal with US, not capitulation before an egotistical Trump who suffers from God complex

The aim of trading with other nations, for India, is to lift millions from poverty, not to cater to the vanities of an egotistical American president who suffers from God complex

Trump tariff: Time for India to make manufacturing more competitive

India’s response must be measured, strategic, and grounded in long-term interests

How Trump’s tariffs are a bump, not a blockade

Tariffs erode trust in the dollar as a safe haven—if the US can slap duties arbitrarily, why hold dollars?

Authoritarian drift in Dhaka: India’s role in upholding minority rights and democracy

As Bangladesh flounders under authoritarian drift and Pakistan tramples over historic commitments, India must not be a silent bystander

US, EU hypocrisy on India’s purchase of Russian oil comes to surface

The West imports Russian gas, crude oil and petroleum products worth billions, which is thrice the amount of aid provided to Ukraine