Refer to ‘Europe unsure if US is still an ally’; there is a profound shift in US foreign policy under Donald Trump, one that challenges long-established alliances and geopolitical dynamics, particularly with Europe and Ukraine. Trump’s pursuit of détente with...
Refer to ‘When Trump, Modi and I talk, it’s called threat to democracy: Italian PM’; Giorgia Meloni’s remarks smell of polarisation. By accusing the Left of ‘hysteria’ and ‘double standards’, she is painting the political opposition as irrational rather than...
Refer to ‘Foreign hand is as distracting as ever (The Great Game)’; India must resist the urge to react impulsively to every statement or action by US President Trump. His remarks often seem aimed at rallying his domestic audience; it...
Apropos of ‘Uplifting stories of upward mobility’; positives stories like the writer has narrated play a vital role in everyone’s life. Such stories should be an integral part of our education system. Children must read about such inspirational tales. If...
The selection of Rekha Gupta as Delhi’s chief minister is a testament to the growing leadership role of women. Gupta’s journey from a student leader to the CM’s chair exemplifies dedication, hard work and the power of grassroots politics. Maintaining...
Refer to ‘Targeting a war hero’; Havildar Abdul Hamid made the supreme sacrifice while bravely confronting the almost unstoppable Pakistani Patton tanks in the 1965 war. Being a Muslim or belonging to Uttar Pradesh did not prevent him from sacrificing...
Apropos of ‘Rebuilding Punjab from the new low of deportation flights’; the solution does not lie in government policies but in our mindset. Our youth easily get influenced by social media and other factors, like popular Punjabi songs, which project...
With reference to ‘India must adjust to a whole new world’; the writer has rightly said that there are neither friends nor enemies, only transactions to be made. Working on the principle of MAGA (Make America Great Again), Trump is...
Apropos of ‘Let’s talk about rights, not revdis’; freebies do not always play a negative role as they help in uplifting the lower strata. Free travel for women may help them in getting higher education or better employment opportunities. Sometimes,...
Apropos of ‘Sajjan guilty’; the conviction of Sajjan Kumar after 40 long years speaks volumes about how tortuous and frustrating a legal battle can be for an aggrieved family. Inordinate delay in bringing the guilty to justice brings little solace...
Refer to ‘Aren’t we creating class of parasites? SC on freebies’; the growing trend of almost all political parties offering freebies before elections is deeply concerning. Instead of fostering economic growth and self-reliance, these handouts encourage dependency and weaken work...
The enhancement of Delhi-Washington relations is largely due to India’s pivotal position in the Asia-Pacific region. Nevertheless, several challenges remain, including tariff disputes initiated by the Trump administration. India is under pressure to boost imports from the US. In this...
The legalisation of MSP for wheat and paddy can have long-term implications. Strict quality standards will be enforced by the Food Corporation of India, which will only accept Fair Average Quality (FAQ) produce. This means that any crop with excess...
Apropos of ‘BJP all the way’; it is a historic win for the BJP. AAP lost the Delhi election primarily due to anti-incumbency, corruption charges and the decision to go solo. Not stitching an alliance with the Congress cost AAP...
With reference to ‘Nowhere people of a nowhere world (The Great Game)’; some people believe that illegal migrants deserve the kind of treatment they got because they adopted illegal ways, while others are of the view that their only fault...
Refer to ‘Don’t ignore Dunki’; the uncertain American dream was bound to crash sooner or later. It is foolish to take heavy loans in search of greener pastures abroad. Immigrants soon realise that costly living and high taxes leave little...
Refer to ‘Sowing discontent: Budget cuts threaten farm sustainability’; the Budget has given priority to financial assistance rather than direct subsidies. It will ensure that farmers receive tailored support based on crop-specific and regional needs rather than general subsidies. Targeted...
Refer to ‘Miles to go on the nuclear front’; given the past missed deadlines, India’s target of adding 92,000 MW of nuclear energy by 2047 seems unrealistic. The extension of the Gorakhpur plant’s deadline from 2025 to 2032 exemplifies the...
With reference to ‘Trump’s tariff spree’; in global trade, taxes are a means to reduce imports from other countries and promote indigenous production of goods and services. Countries grow rich by producing and selling value-added goods and services. Exports hold...
Refer to ‘Finally, I-T cuts’; the middle class had been feeling oppressed and financially squeezed over the years due to rising inflation and stagnant wages. Having followed an investment-led growth strategy, the government seems to have effected a policy change...
Political hue to social event Apropos of ‘Ram Bharose at the Kumbh (The Great Game)’; the UP administration was deftly handling the gigantic challenge of managing crores of people till the stampede happened. However, the Opposition got a chance to...
With reference to ‘DeepSeek’s rise signals end of AI monopoly’; interestingly, Chinese-built AI model DeepSeek was released on the day of the US President’s inauguration. It seems that China is aiming to become the world’s AI superpower. When its indigenous...
Apropos of ‘Kumbh stampede leaves painful lessons’; the article highlights the tragic consequences of overcrowding at large religious gatherings. To prevent such incidents, pre-event awareness through social media and other communication channels is essential. Mobile applications should provide real-time updates...
Apropos of ‘FM must raise the bar for growth’; in view of the recent slowdown in which urban consumption has been laggard, there is a need to put more money in the hands of the urban middle class. It is...
Refer to ‘26/11 probe gets a new lease of life’; the US Supreme Court’s go-ahead to the extradition of Tahawwur Rana to India is a significant victory in the fight against terrorism. For years, Rana, a key figure in the...
Apropos of ‘Better to jaw-jaw than to war-war’ (The Great Game); the collaboration between Elon Musk and Donald Trump has proved that America just needs (and means) business. This is the reason that ‘Naya’ America has no problems talking to...
Refer to ‘The freebie race’; the BJP, aiming to regain power in Delhi after nearly three decades, has unveiled a slew of promises that echo the strategy adopted by its main rival, the Aam Aadmi Party. Political parties generally try...
This refer to the news story ‘18K Indians face deportation as Trump admn cracks whip on illegal migrants’; it is laudable that the new US government is focusing on irregular immigration. The issue has long strained the nation’s social, economic...
Apropos of ‘Our Constitution an ode to consensus’; our Constituent Assembly had great statesmen as its members. Sardar Patel ensured that if any amendments were made, “they were sought voluntarily by the minorities themselves and not imposed on them by...
Refer to ‘Letdown for Abhaya’; the death penalty has been a point of debate all over the world, including India. The global tendency is towards abolition of capital punishment. However, Indian law still insists on the death penalty for a...