By initiating contact over the issuance of a passport, ousted PM Sheikh Hasina has sent the first political ball in the Bangladesh government's court. Perhaps she will be waiting to see how Dhaka chooses to play the ball.
Rajdeep Sardesai reviews Sonia Gandhi's memoir 'Belonging: A Journey of Love', tracing her journey from Italy to Indian politics, her personal losses and political legacy, while questioning why Penguin chose not to publish the book.
On this day, 367 years ago, in 1659, Shivaji Maharaj met Bijapur general Afzal Khan at the foot of Pratapgad Fort for what was supposed to be a peaceful encounter. But the meeting ended in a deadly embrace. Anticipating treachery, Shivaji had prepared his defences and positioned his men for the battle that followed. This is how Afzal Khan's killing turned Shivaji Maharaj into a living legend.
In 'Belonging', the Congress leader's recollections may come back to haunt the party's present.
Two qualities always set Advani Ji apart as a leader. First, his ideological clarity and intellectual sharpness. Second, the manner in which he exposed the pseudo-secularism propounded by a large section of the Indian polity for many years.
A post-mortem of the saddest tray at the Diwali sweet counter, and the five jobs its missing ingredient used to do.
A normal President would have been considered a lame duck after losing the House and Senate. Trump is not a normal President. He will not go gently into the night. He will try to make his pain stop by making everyone else hurt more.
The government policy of giving up foreign goods and embracing indigenous ODOP products on Diwali is delivering multidimensional, multi-layered benefits. Its biggest benefit is economic empowerment and inclusive development, where the flow of wealth has shifted from metropolitan cities directly towards the rural economy.
The I's have it, and the I's had him. Iran, inflation, Israel, Islam, immigration, insider trading and an inward-looking America completed the Republican route as Trump was busy with I, me, myself.
Delhi's annual pollution season is forcing residents to reorganise daily life around toxic air. Its predictable return highlights a public health crisis amid recurring political blame.
The first part of solving a problem is to recognise it. To solve the high AQI problem in Delhi-NCR, we must first understand its relation with AIQ.
Every time a strongman stumbles somewhere, the familiar 'lesson for Modi' tune plays here. There's jubilation. Nothing will change here because Americans voted blue. It will happen the day Indians decide it's time.
Demonstrate. March. Shout. Do not devastate. The moment you pick up a stone, you are no longer a protester. You are a vandal with a convenient excuse. This message of Giorgia Meloni to Italy's Gen Z has relevance to India.
Indian roads and cities are choking. In part, thanks to our mania with large cars like Thar and Creta, which might not be a problem on their own but make existing issues difficult to solve. The Indian government needs to do something about it, instead of forcing ethanol down our throats.
When artists from different countries, cultures, and languages bring the ideals of the Ramayana to life through art, music, dance, and theatrical performances at Ram Ki Paidi, the whole world seems to come together in a single rhythm. It proclaims that Shri Ram belongs not to one geographical region, but to the entire world.
The strongest argument against Legislative Councils comes from India's own political history. West Bengal abolished its Council in 1969. Punjab did so in 1970. Tamil Nadu followed in 1986. These states have continued to function with unicameral legislatures, without any compelling evidence that the absence of a second chamber has fundamentally weakened their democratic legitimacy.
Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has issued a threefold warning against corruption amid investigations targeting former ministers. Its credibility depends on equal enforcement across rivals, allies, recruits and relatives.
Israel's election has left Benjamin Netanyahu's bloc ahead but short of a majority, while Arab parties secured a record 19 seats. Though they could hold the key to government formation, opposition leaders face political resistance to relying on Arab lawmakers. The outcome could prolong Netanyahu's hold on power, with implications for India's ties and energy security.
Ayodhya is preparing to light 30 lakh lamps across 56 ghats for its tenth Deepotsav. The elaborate planning combines faith, public participation, administrative coordination and livelihood opportunities.
India's democracy is not threatened simply because its young take to the streets. The greater danger is when those in authority stop listening.
