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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’s real GDP is projected to grow between 6.5 to 7 per cent in 2024-25: Economic Survey
India’s real GDP is projected to grow between 6.5 to 7 percent in 2024-25, reflecting a robust recovery from the pandemic-induced downturn. The Economic...
To Sunburn or Not To Sunburn in Goa
Goa, India's smallest state, has long been synonymous with sun, sand, and scintillating music festivals. Among these, Sunburn stands out as a colossal electronic...
China’s Growing Influence in the Polar Caps
In recent years, China has increasingly positioned itself as a major player in the Arctic and Antarctic regions, reflecting its broader geopolitical ambitions and...
On Guru Purnima: Real Meaning of Guru, from World’s Leading Guru
Acharya Prashant, the world’s most followed spiritual teacher and leading Bhagavad Gita expert, has been likened to the revered Adi Shankaracharya, who revitalized Hinduism...
A humane approach needed to deal with stray dog menace in Goa
The increasing stray dog population in Goa has sparked significant debate on how best to manage the situation. Traditional methods such as neutering and...
A Growing Trend: 25,939 Goans Surrender Indian Passports Over a Decade
In a notable trend reflecting shifting personal and professional aspirations, a significant number of Goans have been surrendering their Indian passports. Between January 1,...





