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…
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…
A Nation in Crisis Nepal has plunged into its gravest political upheaval in years. Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli resigned abruptly after violent protests against his government’s controversial ban on social media platforms spiraled out of control. What began as youth-led demonstrations over digital freedom quickly transformed into a broader revolt against corruption, nepotism, and misgovernance. The…
War That Redefined Gaza The war between Israel and Hamas, now stretching into its second year, has devastated Gaza and reshaped the regional landscape. The conflict began in October 2023 when Hamas fighters crossed into southern Israel, killing around 1,200 people and taking more than 250 hostages. Israel’s military response was overwhelming—an offensive that has destroyed much…
A Generation in Revolt Nepal has witnessed one of its most turbulent weeks in recent memory. A sweeping ban on 26 social media platforms—including Facebook, X, and WhatsApp—sparked a powerful backlash led primarily by Gen Z activists. Within days, protests escalated into violent confrontations in Kathmandu and beyond, leaving 19 people dead and more than 300 injured….
Why the Raid Happened The United States’ immigration enforcement took a dramatic turn last week when federal agents raided Hyundai’s electric vehicle battery plant in Ellabell, Georgia. The operation, part of a months-long probe into labor practices, resulted in the detention of 475 workers—nearly 300 of them South Korean nationals. Officials from U.S. Immigration and Customs…
A Ban That Sparked a Generation Nepal is facing one of its bloodiest civil uprisings in recent years after the government’s decision to block 26 social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and WhatsApp. What began as a policy move to curb fake accounts and online fraud quickly ignited widespread anger among the country’s youth, who…
A War That Reshaped Global Trade The Russia-Ukraine conflict, now well into its third year, has upended not only European security but also global energy markets. With Moscow using oil and gas revenues to finance its war effort, countries buying discounted Russian crude have come under the spotlight. Among them, India—now one of the largest…
A Crucial Forum for Emerging Economies The Brics grouping—comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa—has grown into one of the most significant platforms for emerging economies to coordinate their views on global challenges. Its importance has only deepened amid rising geopolitical competition and turbulence in global trade. India, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has consistently…
SCO Summit and a Shifting Geopolitical Stage The recent Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin, China, has drawn global attention not just for its scale—hosting 10 member states and 20 invited leaders—but for the symbolism of three major powers sharing a platform. Chinese President Xi Jinping, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Russian President Vladimir…
