A First for the Alliance Poland has become the first NATO member state to fire on Russian drones during the Ukraine conflict, a development that pushes the Western military alliance into uncharted territory. The incident marks a watershed moment: until now, NATO states had largely limited themselves to supplying weapons and intelligence to Ukraine. But the downing of…
From Legacy to Legal Troubles Anil Ambani, once hailed as a symbol of India’s new-age entrepreneurship, is today a shadow of his former self. The younger son of industrialist Dhirubhai Ambani, he inherited a substantial share of the Reliance empire after the family’s 2005 split. His ventures in telecom, infrastructure, power, and finance promised to…
Why the Security Council Matters The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) is the body entrusted with the most critical responsibility in global governance — the preservation of peace and security. It authorizes peacekeeping missions, imposes sanctions, and even approves the use of force in extreme cases. Yet, decades after its formation in 1945, the Council’s…
Protests as France’s Political Pulse In France, street demonstrations are more than expressions of anger — they are often a powerful political barometer. From student uprisings in 1968 to the “Yellow Vest” movement a decade ago, protests have repeatedly reshaped public policy and tested governments. On Wednesday, that legacy was renewed as mass demonstrations erupted…
Odisha Charts a Cleaner Future with Bold EV Roadmap and Stronger Incentives Odisha has unveiled its Draft Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy 2025, setting an ambitious target of achieving 50% EV adoption in all new vehicle registrations by 2030. The initiative, covering everything from two-wheelers and cars to buses, trucks, and even construction equipment, signals the…
A Nation in Turmoil Once Again Nepal, the Himalayan republic often described as a laboratory of political experiments, is again battling turmoil. On September 9, 2025, Prime Minister K. P. Sharma Oli resigned, just 48 hours after violent anti-corruption demonstrations shook the capital, Kathmandu, leaving at least 22 dead and government buildings in flames. What…
Kathmandu in Flames, Leadership in Disarray In just 24 hours, Nepal’s simmering discontent boiled over into violent street clashes, airport shutdowns, and political upheaval. Kathmandu, once a magnet for tourists and traders, turned into a city of barricades and burning tyres. At the center of this crisis lies a political class that has failed its citizens repeatedly…
From Tariff Shock to Dialogue India–US trade relations have often swung between cooperation and confrontation, with tariffs under President Donald Trump creating a particularly sharp divide. Trump’s decision to double duties on Indian goods — reaching as high as 50 percent, including extra levies linked to India’s Russian crude oil imports — was seen in…
Vice Presidential Elections 2025 in Context India’s Vice-Presidential elections have historically been more than a procedural formality; they often serve as a reflection of the country’s political alignments and parliamentary equations. The 2025 election was particularly significant, as it followed the unexpected resignation of Jagdeep Dhankhar in July, citing health concerns but also sparking speculation…
A Timely Boost for Consumers Just ahead of the festive season, Indian car buyers have received an unexpected gift — a significant reduction in the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on passenger vehicles. The decision has led to major carmakers slashing prices, bringing relief to families planning big-ticket purchases. From budget hatchbacks to luxury SUVs, models across…
