Despite diplomatic overtures and ceasefires, deep-seated issues and political intransigence continue to hinder any meaningful or lasting peace between Israel and Palestine
By Ido Dissentshik November 02, 2025
The mass graves at Chemmani cemetery in Jaffna reveal hundreds of human remains, reopening the painful wounds of Sri Lanka's civil war for Tamil families seeking closure
By Lakshmi Subramanian November 02, 2025
Mahbouba Seraj, Afghan women’s rights activist and niece of King Amanullah Khan, is angry with Taliban’s exclusion of women in the social and political landscape of Afghanistan
By Namrata Biji Ahuja October 26, 2025
The Pakistan-Saudi Arabia defence agreement is widely viewed as largely symbolic rather than possessing significant strategic military value, especially concerning any potential conflict with India. Despite its signing, Saudi Arabian assistance to Pakistan in such a scenario is unlikely to extend beyond additional oil supplies, financial aid, and mediatory diplomacy
By Lieutenant General C.A. Krishnan October 05, 2025
Myanmar elections, announced by the military junta, raises significant geopolitical and security concerns for India, impacting its border stability, connectivity projects, and regional influence
By Abhijan Das September 21, 2025
National Prayer Breakfast in Kyiv unites global leaders and diverse faiths to provide spiritual support and foster hope for peace in Ukraine. This annual event strengthens morale, promotes interfaith dialogue, and demonstrates international solidarity amidst ongoing conflict
By Mridula Ghosh September 07, 2025
Anantha Chandrakasan, MIT's newly appointed provost, shares his remarkable journey of perseverance from being a rejected graduate applicant to leading the institution. He discusses his focus on academic excellence, fostering global talent, protecting academic freedom, and enabling the Indian community at MIT
By Lavina Melwani August 31, 2025
Trump-Putin summit in Alaska, though initially seen as futile, unexpectedly propelled a broader peace process for Ukraine, leading to a significant European and Ukrainian leaders' meeting in Washington
By Mridula Ghosh August 31, 2025
What unites India and Ukraine is the readiness to defend independence and the determination to resist any attempts to turn history backward
By Dr Oleksandr Polishchuk August 31, 2025
Bangladesh, a year after mass protests ousted Sheikh Hasina, is now on a path to democratic transition. The interim government, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, has announced national elections for February 2026, promising a free and peaceful process
By Namrata Biji Ahuja August 17, 2025
Shafiqul Alam details the reforms implemented, from economic stabilisation to diplomatic advancements, showcasing Bangladesh's remarkable resilience
By Shafiqul Alam August 17, 2025
Bangladesh transformation stands at a historic crossroads, facing significant challenges in economic recovery, social sectors, and equitable growth. The BNP, under Tarique Rahman's leadership, proposes a visionary 31-point reform agenda
By Dr Ziauddin Hyder August 17, 2025
Accusations of political persecution against the Awami League and a deteriorating rule of law highlight a growing demand for accountability and democratic elections
By Mohammad Ali Arafat August 17, 2025
Ukraine youth protests have erupted, forming a spontaneous grassroots movement challenging President Volodymyr Zelensky's Law 12414, which threatened the independence of key anti-corruption bodies
By Mridula Ghosh August 10, 2025