India’s balancing act in Tianjin
Contrary to views, the writer argues, New Delhi’s attempts to resolve its differences with Beijing are not due to tariffs imposed by Donald Trump, though these are a factor, but…
Harsha Kakar
Can there be a thaw in India-China ties?
If BRICS has to grow, there has to be symmetry between the two largest economies in the group, India and China. As was visible in the recently concluded SCO, India was the only…
Contradictory interests derail peace in Gaza
Everyone involved, directly or indirectly, in the Israel-Gaza war have their own interests at the forefront. For Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli PM, the longer the war continues,…
As tensions escalate in the Middle East…
The killing of Hamas political leader, Ismail Haniyeh, in Tehran, possibly by Israel, has escalated tensions in the region.
Known devils but the details must emerge
While a few continue to project a Trump victory, others believe his chances have reduced. It will no longer be a walkover for Trump, says the writer.
The tone of greetings for Modi conveys state of India-China ties
Neither Chinese President Xi Jinping, nor his Prime Minister, Li Qiang, initially sent any message of congratulations to Prime Minister Modi on his nomination for a historic third…
A mammoth exercise ends
Even the scorching heat failed to deter enthusiastic voters from fulfilling their national duty as also attending political rallies. There were no reports of fraud, though those…
Campus protests reveal the West’s hypocrisy
Professionally organised protests in India, when quelled by employment of police power led to India being accused of ‘subverting freedom of speech’ and lowering its…
PM Modi spells out India’s position on China
"India is clear. While it seeks dialogue and desires normalization of ties, it will not bow down. Its capability, development and trained armed forces send a firm message that it…