The challenges witnessed in regional parties such as the Uddhav Sena after its split and the internal churn within the Trinamool Congress underline a larger political reality: charisma alone cannot sustain an organisation indefinitely.
Energy is the backbone of the modern economy, driving industrial productivity, transport, connectivity, trade and basic necessities.
Ten years after Britain voted to leave the European Union, the most revealing aspect of Brexit is not what happened, but what did not.
The withdrawal of an artwork from Britain’s National Portrait Gallery over its portrayal of Winston Churchill's role in the Bengal Famine of 1943 is not merely another episode in the culture wars.
Although loneliness stems from a feeling of social isolation, ironically, it is one of the most unifying human experiences.
Repaying Chinese loans is not easy because unlike other official lenders such as the World Bank that provide finance at concessional, below-market interest rates, and longer tenures, China tends to lend at market terms, at interest rates close to those prevailing in private capital markets. Additionally, the Chinese insist on collateral, meaning that debt repayments are secured by assets or future revenues.
The burgeoning energy demand in our nation, propelled by its growing economy, currently witnesses approximately 98 per cent of the transportation sector’s fuel needs being fulfilled by fossil fuels, while the remaining 2 per cent is sourced from biofuels.
The global financial landscape seems poised for delicate plays this New Year with the US dollar at the centre of attention.
In world fraught with geopolitical tensions and animosity, the regular exchange of lists between India and Pakistan stands out as a unique ritual, showcasing a commitment to maintain communication even in times of strained relations.
Beside organising the Summer Olympics (2008) in Beijing, China organised three Asian Games in little more than three decades: Beijing (1990), Guangzhou (2010) and Hangzhou (2023).
