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Destinations to define India

India's journey towards Viksit Bharat @ 2047 will be shaped not only by the industries we grow, the infrastructure we build, or the technologies we adopt, but also by the destinations we develop.

Inflation Warning

A sharp rise in wholesale inflation ~ to 9.68 per cent in May ~ is more than a statistical development; it is an early warning of stress building beneath the surface of the economy.

Beyond EVMs

The recent fire in Kolkata that reportedly damaged thousands of Electronic Voting Machines has triggered predictable reactions.

The PoJK challenge

The ongoing unrest in Pakistan occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) is perhaps the most serious political challenge faced by Pakistan in the territory since 1947.

A reset in ties

Against a backdrop of rapidly deteriorating relations between India and Bangladesh, Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s recent visit to Dhaka marked a crucial effort to restore bilateral ties.

Will Xi play ball with Trump on Ukraine?

US president-elect Donald Trump has invited China’s president Xi Jinping to his inauguration on January 20 in a surprise move which appears to be part of a plan to involve Beijing in ceasefire negotiations in Ukraine.

Reviving Momentum

India's economy stands at a critical juncture, shaped by evolving trends in consumer behaviour, investment patterns, and structural wage growth. Recent data underscores a complex mix of recovery and stagnation, pointing to significant headwinds that demand immediate attention.

Wake-up call

The global democratic landscape in 2024 reveals an unsettling yet fascinating trend. Across continents, voters have upended incumbents, embraced polarising ideologies, and gravitated toward both Right and Left-wing populism.