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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...
Dr Mohammed Muizzu: A mayoral mindset in a President’s role
Dr. Mohammed Muizzu, the President of the Maldives, finds himself at a pivotal juncture in his political career. As he navigates his presidency, the...
My Religion Does Not Define My Nationalism, My Love for My Nation Does
In a diverse and pluralistic world, the intersection of religion and nationalism often sparks heated debates and conflicting ideologies. Yet, for many individuals, including...
NCM’s idea ‘Sarv Dharma’ to foster communal harmony
In a diverse nation like India, where myriad cultures, religions, and traditions interweave, fostering communal harmony is not just a goal but a necessity....
PM Modi honoured with Russia’s Order of St Andrew the Apostle
In a move that underscores the strengthening ties between India and Russia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded the Order of St. Andrew the...
Will the Excommunication of Archbishop Viganò Lead to a Split in the Catholic Church?
In a dramatic and unprecedented move, the Vatican has excommunicated Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò, a once-prominent figure in the Catholic Church and former papal...
Rahul Gandhi: The Clown, The Political Pennywise
In the grand circus of Indian politics, one character has consistently stolen the show, not with feats of strength or daring but with a...





