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The birth of West Bengal

After years of debate and contention, 20 June is finally going to be observed as the birthday of West Bengal, thanks to the resolution of the newly formed government of the Bharatiya Janata Party.

‘India could gain from Iran deal’

The emerging US-Iran agreement has significant implications for India, including energy corridors, fertilizer supplies, and revival of the Chabahar Port project. As Gulf tensions ease, New Delhi faces a strategic crossroads that could reshape connectivity with Central Asia and Afghanistan.

Beyond numbers

Switzerland’s decision to reject a population cap is not a vote for open borders. Nor is it an endorsement of the status quo.

US 30-day waiver Indian refiners Russian oil stranded, Scott Bessent global energy supplies stabilisation, Strait of Hormuz disruption risk India imports, Hardeep Singh Puri contingency plan review, S Paul Kapur New Delhi visit,

Missing Gesture

Strategic partnerships are not tested when leaders exchange compliments, announce visits or promise trade deals.