Cotton duty cut shows Modi’s succumbing to Trump’s tariff pressure
The cotton duty slash, hailed in Washington, has sparked outrage in India’s farm belt over Modi’s retreat.
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Inside Modi’s vice-presidential candidate choice lies fire-fighting arithmetic
From the Tamil equation to saving his own job— what all made Modi select CP Radhakrishnan for the vice-president's post.
Alaska ‘Pursuing Peace’ summit leaves Ukraine in limbo as Putin resets ties with Trump
The Alaska 'Pursuing Peace' summit offered no ceasefire for Ukraine, but Putin walked away with revived talks and a softened…
Trump’s additional 25% tariffs on India rattles its Russian oil strategy
Discount-laden Russian crude greases the wheels of India’s refinery boom—but Trump’s latest duties turn that advantage into a delicate balancing…
Bangladesh’s economy shows resilience after July Revolution despite hiccups
Bangladesh's economy has shown promising performance in the year since the July Revolution.
Hollow promises: How Macron and Starmer undermine Palestinian sovereignty
Finally, the British, French and German join the chorus demanding an independent Palestinian state but without any sovereignty.
Empty chair: Modi’s absence amid monsoon session undermines Indian Parliament
A year ago, he refused to leave, but now, amid the monsoon session, Modi bids goodbye to the Indian Parliament…
BRICS expansion: Progress and future direction
Understanding the implications of the BRICS expansion as the bloc's Summit starts in Brazil in a few days.
Between the lines: Why ceasefire between Iran and Israel is significant for West Asia?
Fifty-eight years ago, the battered Arab countries pleaded with the US and Soviet Union for a ceasefire; in 2025, it…
While Israel attacks Iran, hits key targets, Tehran’s retaliation fails deliver massive blows
Israel repeatedly attacks Iran, kills its top officials and hits key installations, but why can't Tehran deliver severe blows when…
