Taiwan: Beijing Reacts To Pelosi’s Visit With Live-Fire Exercises
byIf China & the US react to each other’s perceived provocations, things may enter a very dangerous spiral.
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The Dream Catchers
byOne can dream about chasing dreams. But what happens when they remain distant? Do read this poignant poem.
Who Was Ayman Al-Zawahri? And What Does His Death Say About US Counterterrorism?
byWhat’s the significance of the strike on al-Zawahri? What does it says about U.S. counterterrorism efforts in Afghanistan under the Taliban?
Bombay: Catherine Braganza’s Dowry To King Charles II
byBombay, now a vast metropolis teeming with people, was once upon a time a set of seven islands. The Portuguese who ‘owned’ the islands gave them to King Charles II as dowry.
Is India Turning Into A ‘Garrison State’?
byEvery year, India spends a large share of its wealth on defence. Does it fit into the model of a garrison state?
Sri Lanka: Questions & Lessons
byWhat lessons can we learn from Sri Lanka’s political & economic crisis?
A Strange Anatomy Of Love
byDon’t miss this acerbic, caustic & straight talking poem that unclothes the hypocrisies of nations who claim to have a shared history.
Is Soma, The Mythical Potion Mentioned In The Vedas, A Fungi With Superpowers?
bySoma takes a central role in the Rig Veda. Yet it remains a mystery. What could it be?
Rishi Sunak Or Liz Truss?
byPolling shows party members want Lizz Truss. However, the wider voting public would choose him.
Apartheid, Duality & Barry Richard’s Cricketing Genius
byThe perennial virtuosity of Barry Richards is timeless.
With Lockdowns, Protests & A Failing Economy, China Is Facing A Crisis
byChinese people will find new phrases, scream at the top of their lungs, and protest as much as they are allowed to. The government can’t ignore their cries for long.
Blue Pearl
byThis allegorical verse, interprets the world as an oyster in which one can blossom & flourish.
How Political & Economic Mismanagement Pushed Sri Lanka Into Turmoil
byNeil DeVotta, professor of politics and international affairs, explains what brought about the crisis in Sri Lanka.
Of Harmony & Symmetry
byHarmony and symmetry are more than just concepts. They not only elevate our visual sense, but also play a major role in our life.
The World Is Facing A “Food Insecurity & Hunger Crisis”
byGiven the impending food insecurity and hunger crisis, the Government of India needs to make the necessary preparations to ensure that millions of India’s poor do not face hunger and mass starvation.