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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.

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.

Missing Gesture

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

India-Bangladesh: Storm in a tea cup

Bangladesh’s Islamist and Jamaat-aligned political spectrum immediately interpreted Dinesh Trivedi's remarks as evidence of “India’s hegemonistic designs”.

Delays Persist

The recent criticism of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), India’s state-run aerospace manufacturer, by the Chief of Air Staff underscores a longstanding issue ~ chronic inefficiencies in defence production that compromise national security.

Tariff Gamble

US President Donald Trump has once again turned to tariffs as a key tool in reshaping America’s trade relationships.

Tax Reform

The government’s new Income Tax Bill promises to streamline taxation with simpler language and fewer sections.