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Mending fences with China
Faced with a slowing economy and increasing geopolitical challenges, Beijing seems eager to seek a thaw with India In a notable shift, the Chinese government has signalled its intent to recalibrate its ties with India following a series of disengagement measures along their disputed border. The thaw reflects both strategic considerations...
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Douse the fire
21 November 2024 | Pioneer -
Time for reckoning
20 November 2024 | Pioneer -
G20: Delhi to Rio
19 November 2024 | Pioneer -
Left turn ho!
18 November 2024 | Pioneer -
Right to breathe
16 November 2024 | Pioneer -
Bulldozer justice quashed
15 November 2024 | Pioneer -
High stakes battle
14 November 2024 | Pioneer
Deliver tangible results
With 2024 set to be the hottest year on record, the stakes for COP29 are higher than ever The 29th annual UN climate summit, COP29, has officially begun in Baku, Azerbaijan. This year’s conference brings together diplomats, climate experts, activists, and political leaders from nearly 200 countries to address critical issues...
India bears the brunt
This year’s high death toll and losses due to climate change underscore the urgent need for policy action With over 3,200 fatalities, extensive crop damage across 3.2 million hectares, and 2.3 lakh buildings destroyed in the first nine months of 2024 alone, the country’s vulnerability to extreme weather events is undeniable....
A rich legacy
Chief Justice DY Chandrachud’s tenure leaves a legacy marked by bold decisions, though not without controversies As Chief Justice DY Chandrachud’s tenure concludes on November 10, his impactful decisions will be closely scrutinised for the lasting mark they have left on India’s journey toward progress and development. He became the 50th...
Rape capital
Despite countless promises and policies, the capital continues to fall short on women’s safety In yet another harrowing incident that highlights Delhi’s persistent reputation as the “rape capital” of India, a young woman was allegedly gang-raped by three men near the busy ITO chowk. On October 10, 2024, the survivor, a...
A turning point
While the US-India relationship is poised to deepen in defence and trade, there will also be hurdles in some areas Donald Trump’s return to the presidency brings a new chapter in US foreign policy that holds considerable implications for India. The outgoing Biden administration though not averse to India had reservations...
Trump wins hands down
Donald Trump makes a sensational comeback in the closely fought US presidential elections The US presidential election is one of the most influential political events worldwide, with major implications not only for domestic policy but also for international relations, economic stability, and global security. In 2024, the election has been particularly...
Cowardly attack
The temple attack in Canada raises concerns over the safety and rights of the Indian diaspora in Canada The recent attack on the Hindu Sabha Mandir in Brampton, Canada, has once again brought to light the tense diplomatic situation between India and Canada, with both nations navigating an increasingly complex web...
