How The United States Of America Destabilises The World
byHistorically, the imperial actions of US foreign policy were concealed in euphemisms of democracy and human rights. Now, they follow boasts of its invincibility.
Opinion
In Defence Of Pessimism
byIs pessimism an undeniable current running through human existence?
Elephant Diplomacy: A Personal Recollection of India–Japan Ties
byAt a time when diplomacy seems to be failing, this poignant yet heartwarming story about elephant diplomacy revives faith in reciprocity between nations.
The Performance Of Peace In An Age Of Religious Persecution
byAs televised gestures celebrate harmony, Christians across India face intimidation, selective policing, and the steady erosion of constitutional religious freedoms.
Mystification By Numbers: Googol, Google & Others
byNumbers can mislead, mystify and mediate. They speak a language of their own and reveal the truth, if we look carefully.
Can Humans Be ‘Rational’?
byHuman rationality is futile in the ontological sphere, in what Donald Rumsfeld famously coined as “the unknown unknowns.”
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.