Rishi Sunak: A Lame Duck?
byRishi Sunak appears to be struggling to get much done. His government “doesn’t really have a programme.”
Opinion
Is China Dominating The BRICS Group?
byThe BRICS countries connect around common development interests & a quest for a multipolar world order.
Brexit: An Act Of Self Sabotage?
byWith the Brexit mandate, the UK has closed its doors on global trade and commerce, a sharp point of departure from the expansionary policies that created the British empire.
North-East India Remains Neglected In India’s Education System: Here’s Why
byAcknowledging the histories of North East Indian states will bridge gaps, dispel stereotypes and build an inclusive India.
Reflections On Celebrating Independence
byWe have miles to go before we sleep. We must hold our politicians to account. We must raise our voices & demand that they do their jobs.
The Massacre In Manipur
byIndia’s democratic veneer has helped it evade international scrutiny for the ongoing ethnic violence in Manipur.
Did Japan Surrender Because Of The Bomb?
byHistory teaches us two things. First, the law of unintended consequences applies in history. Second, human beings seldom learn from history.
The Less Known Truth About Nehru & The Korean War
byThe West dominates in historiography, and the younger scholars in the non-West need to take note and act consequentially.
Donald Trump Is Fuelling Another Civil War In America
byDonald Trump is either “an extraordinarily selfish liar or profoundly deluded.”
Meandering In Happiness Country: A Day In Bhutan
byA gentleman shares his experience of meandering along the hills of happiness country.
Could Artificial Intelligence Kill Large Numbers Of Humans?
byIn theory, AI could kill a large number of humans. But this depends on humans deciding to give it executive control.
A Coup In Niger
byThe coup is a terrible blow to Niger’s efforts at building stable democratic institutions & fostering peace and stability.
Artificial Intelligence: ‘The Banality Of Evil’?
byWith the onslaught of Generative AI on human creativity, future societies may be forced to relish a sociocultural glory that is not truly human.
Can The Uniform Civil Code Bring About Social Change?
byIf minorities have misgivings about the uniform civil code, the problem lies with the government’s approach.
Human Dignity, Dehumanisation & Oppression
byAs a legally recognised human characteristic, dignity must remain inviolable. It must be constantly recreated & protected from any bias.