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During Operation Sindoor, the most consequential strike on India needed no soldier and no hack — only an understanding of how Instagram's algorithm amplifies outrage. India has won sovereignty in payments, identity, navigation and defence. Its information infrastructure, where 500 million citizens now form their opinions, remains the one domain it has not secured.
· 60d ago
Opinion
A resignation fixes nothing that leaked. What happens next rests with a six-member task force — and the most revealing thing about it is who is in the room.
· 71d ago
Opinion
An ongoing first-cohort reflection on IIM Mumbai's blended Public Policy Management programme: a diverse batch of 13, an on-campus immersion, and the leadership that keeps policy learning connected to real institutions.
· 84d ago
Opinion
The next stage of democratic confidence is not louder opinion. It is public literacy: knowing how institutions work, what rights mean and where accountability begins.
· 84d ago
Opinion
Public debate rewards the loudest claim. Citizens are better served when it asks a quieter and harder question: did the service reach the person it was meant to reach?
· 84d ago
Opinion
As India strides confidently into its next decade, the Narendra Modi government's transformative governance and development record stand as a testament to a nation reclaiming its civilizational glory. This piece examines the verifiable progress, addressing criticisms with factual clarity and championing India's strategic autonomy and Atmanirbhar Bharat vision.
· 86d ago
Opinion
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Punjab and inaugurate the Jalandhar Cantt Railway Station, a move that highlights the government's focus on infrastructure development. This initiative is part of the broader vision for a New India. As the country continues to grow and modernize, such projects play a crucial role in enhancing connectivity and economic growth.
· 86d ago
Opinion
Every Cabinet rejig is read as reward and punishment. The one being sketched for this session should be read differently — as a doctrine statement about whether the Union executive is an administrative machine or a political one. The names circulating all point the same way.
· 87d ago
Politics
A two-hour meeting at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg on Sunday has revived expectations of a mid-session Cabinet rejig. The names in circulation share one feature: all three are organisation men, not administrators.
· 87d ago
Opinion
In the sequence of Cabinet reshuffles being sketched out for the monsoon session, one general secretary's name is the one that the whip's office, the leaders of the House, and the state chief ministers all separately keep raising. Vinod Tawde has delivered the two hardest state briefs of the cycle. The question is not whether the party owes him a berth. It is what portfolio fits a man whose entire career has been in organisation, not administration.
· 95d ago
Politics
Bihar's NDA cabinet expanded today — the most representative ministerial team the state has ever had, with EBC, Dalit, and Mahila inductions calibrated to the seats they delivered in November. The architect of that calibration is not in the headlines. He is in the seat shares, the booth-level rosters, and the candidate selections. A profile of Vinod Tawde — BJP National General Secretary, Bihar Prabhari, and the back-office figure behind two of the most consequential elections of the cycle.
· 156d ago
India
A year after Operation Sindoor, India grapples with its legacy. The swift military response to cross-border aggression has altered regional power dynamics and forced a re-evaluation of national security strategies.
· 170d ago
India
A year after Operation Sindoor, India's response to the audacious attack has spurred a significant re-evaluation and evolution of its war doctrine. This article examines the shifts in strategy, technological advancements, and geopolitical considerations that have reshaped India's approach to national security.
· 170d ago
India
A year after Operation SIndoor, India's military strategy has undergone a significant shift. The operation, a swift and decisive response to cross-border terrorism, has laid the foundation for a new doctrine emphasizing proactive defense and rapid response capabilities, aiming to deter future aggression.
· 170d ago
India
A year after Operation SIndoor, India's strategic landscape has undergone a significant transformation. This article examines how the operation has prompted a re-evaluation and refinement of India's war doctrine, focusing on proactive defense, technological integration, and regional security.
· 170d ago
Geopolitics
Trade between India and China through the strategic Lipulekh Pass will restart in June 2026 after a six-year suspension, marking a significant step in bilateral economic relations. The resumption follows an August 2025 agreement between the two nations to reopen the high-altitude trade route.
· 199d ago
Politics
प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी ने तीन सप्ताह से अधिक समय से जारी पश्चिम एशिया संघर्ष पर राज्यसभा को संबोधित करते हुए भारत की रणनीतिक नीति पर प्रकाश डाला और संकट से निपटने के लिए सात सशक्त समूहों का गठन किया।
· 199d ago
World
राष्ट्रपति डोनाल्ड ट्रंप ने दावा किया कि अमेरिका ईरान के साथ सक्रिय बातचीत में लगा है, जिसे तेहरान ने तुरंत खारिज कर दिया। इस घोषणा के बाद तेल की कीमतों में 11 प्रतिशत से अधिक की गिरावट आई।
· 199d ago
World
President Donald Trump announced ongoing negotiations with Iran to end hostilities, prompting oil prices to plummet over 11 percent. Iran immediately denied the claims while issuing fresh warnings to the United States.
· 199d ago
India
कांग्रेस संसदीय दल की अध्यक्ष सोनिया गांधी को मंगलवार को स्वास्थ्य संबंधी चिंताओं के बाद दिल्ली के सर गंगा राम अस्पताल में भर्ती कराया गया। अस्पताल के चिकित्सा अधिकारियों ने उनकी स्थिति को 'गंभीर नहीं' बताया है।
· 199d ago
India
Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi was admitted to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi after feeling unwell. Medical officials reported her condition as 'nothing serious' and she remains under observation.
· 199d ago
World
Reflecting on past engagements, India's strategic balancing act in the Middle East, bolstered by its strong relationship with the US, positions it as a key player for regional stability. The Modi government's focus on 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' and its commitment to peaceful resolutions are more crucial than ever in navigating the complex geopolitical landscape.
· 200d ago
Sports
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have signed left-arm pacer Saurabh Dubey as a replacement for the injured Akash Deep. The announcement was made by the franchise's CEO during a team practice match in Kolkata, adding depth to their pace attack.
· 200d ago
Sports
Sri Lankan all-rounder Dasun Shanaka is set to join the Rajasthan Royals (RR) for the upcoming IPL 2026 season, replacing England's Sam Curran. Curran's withdrawal due to a groin injury has opened the door for Shanaka, who previously featured in the league for the Gujarat Titans.
· 201d ago
India
The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has formalized its seat-sharing arrangement for the upcoming 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The agreement, finalized on March 23, 2026, allocates a significant majority of seats to the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK).
· 201d ago
Tech
A new report forecasts unprecedented expansion in India's semiconductor industry. Driven by advancements in AI, automotive technology, and electronics manufacturing, the market is projected to reach $300 billion within the next decade, transforming India's economic landscape.
· 201d ago
Sports
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are gearing up for the IPL 2026 season with renewed vigor. Captain Ajinkya Rahane's recent performance in an intra-squad match, coupled with strategic team adjustments, underscores the team's determination to improve after a disappointing previous season.
· 201d ago