Can Humans Be ‘Rational’?
byHuman rationality is futile in the ontological sphere, in what Donald Rumsfeld famously coined as “the unknown unknowns.”
Opinion
A Democracy At The Crossroads
byIndia’s democracy is at crossroads. The ruling party’s oppressive ideology reveals a strain on the world’s largest democracy.
The Discipline of Not Doing: How to Do Less, Not More
byIn a world of endless tasks and distractions, cultivating a “not-to-do” list helps reclaim focus, creativity, and long-term success.
Bangladesh’s Political Drift: A Dangerous Wake-Up Call for India
byIt’s time for India to rethink its strategy towards Bangladesh. The Chicken Neck cannot remain a weak link in India’s strategic posture.
Titular Titillation & The Seductions Of Stardom
byTitles are a form of escapism, a vulgar titillation, a way for stars to elevate themselves to a place beyond the ordinary.
The Thieves of Tolly-Bolly-Kolly-Molly Woods
byPlagiarism isn’t just about stealing an idea—it’s about taking someone else’s blood, sweat, and tears, and profiting from them without so much as a thank-you.
Future Tense, Past Present
byWhile it’s tempting to anticipate every change and plan accordingly, the best approach might be to let go, stay humble and ride the wave.
‘Killer Robots,’ AI & The Future Of Warfare
byMass-producing autonomous weapons could trigger “flash wars,” rapidly escalate conflicts and, exacerbate the unpredictability of AI weapons systems.
IndiGo & India’s Monopoly Problem
byThe “IndiGo meltdown” must serve as a warning not just for aviation regulators and airlines, but for the entire architecture of Indian economic policy.
Shamelessness As Power: A Study In Modern Fascism
byThe power of Fascism lies not in its theatrical displays of strength but in the way it invites us to feel sorry for it.
How Cryptocurrencies Fuel Organised Crime & Global Illicit Trade
byWithout comprehensive oversight & coordinated international action, crypto currencies pose a significant threat to economic stability.
America’s Enduring Terrorism Problem
byThe history of terrorism-related gun violence in America stretches from Reconstruction-era racial terror to the algorithmic radicalisation of the digital age.
From Dependence to Deterrence: How India Built Its Missile Arsenal
byThe story of India’s missiles, once defined by external constraints and incremental progress, has evolved into something more assured.
Constitution Day: Celebrating the Preamble or the Politics of Symbolism?
byEvents like the Samvidhaan Diwas— Constitution Day—do not carry much substance as far as the Constitution is concerned,
A Ticking Time Bomb: How Nuclear Arms Shape Global Security
byAs global leaders continue to push nationalistic agendas and prioritise military solutions, the need for nuclear disarmament has never been more urgent.