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Restraint or Compulsion?
On 5 May 2026, speaking at a Pentagon press briefing on “Project Freedom”, the U.S. maritime security operation in the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth...
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War, Oil, and Hobson’s Choice: Trump’s Iran Dilemma and its Global Economic Risks
President Trump’s latest ceasefire extension is not a breakthrough; it is a pause inside a conflict that is...
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UAE Exit Rewrites Oil Power
The UAE’s May 1, 2026 exit from OPEC and OPEC+ is a strategic, sovereignty‑driven move that weakens cartel...
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SITI Odisha: From Planning to Transformation
When institutions change, the direction of a state often changes with them. Odisha’s decision to replace its legacy...
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Regulating Foreign Funds: A Necessary Tightrope Walk
The proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, reflects the Indian government’s continuing effort to tighten oversight of...
India Overtakes China in MSCI AC World IMI Index: A Landmark Shift in Global Market Dynamics
In a significant development that underscores the shifting economic power dynamics in Asia, India has surpassed China in the MSCI AC World IMI Index,...
Israel’s Covert Strike: Prelude to War or Tactical Move?
The recent counter-terrorism strikes attributed to Israel against Hezbollah targets have sparked intense speculation and analysis. Over 11 Hezbollah operatives were reportedly killed, with...
‘Below the Belt’ treatment to Hezbollah operatives continues in Lebanon
Lebanon is once again witnessing a period of chaos as Hezbollah faces a mysterious new assault on its communication infrastructure. Dubbed "Below the Belt...
Hezbollah Members’ Pagers Exploded in Coordinated Attack, Israel Suspected of Hacking
In a dramatic escalation of tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, over 3000 Hezbollah members were seriously wounded on Tuesday after their communication devices—pagers—exploded in...
Sri Lanka’s ‘China Puppet’ AK Dissanayake targets Adani to bolster Presidential bid
In a bold move aimed at gaining momentum in Sri Lanka’s upcoming presidential race, National People’s Power (NPP) leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake has launched...
Why Meta’s Ban on Sputnik India’s Instagram Account Exposes U.S. Hypocrisy Over Freedom of Media
The recent ban by Meta on Sputnik India’s Instagram account, citing "foreign interference activity," has sparked a heated debate on media freedom, censorship, and...





