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Fighting radicalism in Bangladesh: Investing heavily in secular education is the key to reversing the tide of Islamism
November 15, 2016, 5:08 PM IST
In a development that hasn’t got much attention in India, on October 30 in neighbouring Bangladesh’s Brahmanbaria district’s Nasirnagar upazila, a mob of 100 to 200 people ransacked and looted at least five temples and…
November 15, 2016, 5:08 PM IST
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Mainstream media versus social media: What the US election says about the news industry
November 14, 2016, 8:48 AM IST
In my previous blog, I had discussed how Donald Trump had stitched together a surprising coalition of xenophobic Americans, blue-collared workers and those frustrated with the political elite. I had also mentioned that Trump had…
November 14, 2016, 8:48 AM IST
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Donald In The House: Decoding the Trump coalition
November 11, 2016, 5:04 PM IST
As people dissect Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential elections, it’s clear now that political pundits and pollsters had underestimated the magnitude of silent American voters who voted for the Republican candidate. These are…
November 11, 2016, 5:04 PM IST
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Shifting Balance: Will a Trump presidency spell the end of US pivot to Asia?
November 10, 2016, 7:36 PM IST
At a celebration marking the completion of 20 years of Taiwan’s CTBC Bank in India, some interesting observations were made on recent happenings. The occasion, which was graced by Taiwan’s representative to India, Tien Chung-Kwang,…
November 10, 2016, 7:36 PM IST
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Trump wins America: There are interesting times ahead
November 9, 2016, 6:37 PM IST
Irrespective of how one feels, Donald Trump has become the next president of the United States of America. His victory has stunned pollsters and political pundits who had predicted a win for his Democratic rival…
November 9, 2016, 6:37 PM IST
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A new perspective: Morocco’s King Mohammed VI recasts the Sahara issue in fresh light
November 9, 2016, 4:43 PM IST
This past Sunday, Morocco’s King Mohammed VI delivered his annual speech to mark the 41st anniversary of the Green March. It will be recalled that the Green March refers to the historical event that took…
November 9, 2016, 4:43 PM IST
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Fight Against Pollution: Appropriate intervention by religious leaders can help protect the environment
November 8, 2016, 5:11 PM IST
In a welcome move, the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) has decided to have a firecrackers-free Gurpurab this year in light of the pollution situation in the national capital. To drive home the point,…
November 8, 2016, 5:11 PM IST
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Sugar in milk: Let’s stop distinguishing between the Northeast and ‘mainstream’ India
November 5, 2016, 2:05 PM IST
With the fourth edition of the Northeast Festival organised by Trend MMS underway in Delhi, it is time again to appreciate this amazing part of India. Blessed with mindblowing natural beauty, vivid tribes, diverse cultural…
November 5, 2016, 2:05 PM IST
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The Impending Fall: Islamic State is losing its grip on Mosul and its so-called caliphate
November 4, 2016, 5:33 PM IST
The leader of the Islamic State (IS) terror outfit, Abu bakr al-Baghdadi, has issued an audio message to his fighters to hold their ground and fight as Iraqi forces backed by international partners close in…
November 4, 2016, 5:33 PM IST
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A Shining Model: Morocco’s handling of fish-seller Fikri’s tragic death is an example for North Africa
November 3, 2016, 6:37 PM IST
In a development that has huge symbolism for North Africa and the Arab world, the way Morocco has handled the death of a fish-seller in the northern city of Al Hoceima is indeed commendable. According…
November 3, 2016, 6:37 PM IST
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Hung-Xi Meet: A peace accord between Taiwan and China needs to be explored
November 2, 2016, 7:03 PM IST
The much touted meeting between Taiwan’s Kuomintang Party (KMT) chairwoman Hung Hsiu-chu and Chinese Communist Party (CPC) secretary-general and President of China Xi Jinping, proceeded along expected lines. The party-to-party meeting titled the Cross-Strait Peaceful…
November 2, 2016, 7:03 PM IST
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Fight for planet’s future: It’s time environment protection becomes a political issue in India
November 1, 2016, 8:22 PM IST
It’s that time of the year again when the national capital grapples with smog and deteriorating air quality. Much has already been written about the massive spike in air pollution on Diwali day this year….
November 1, 2016, 8:22 PM IST
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African walkout: International Criminal Court must be reformed to uphold its prestige and legitimacy
October 31, 2016, 7:11 PM IST
In a development that could undo an important international institution, South Africa, Burundi and The Gambia have announced their intention to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC). It will be recalled that the ICC…
October 31, 2016, 7:11 PM IST
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Terror connections: India must expand security cooperation with Bangladesh to crack down on extremist activities in border areas
October 29, 2016, 3:27 PM IST
In a worrying discovery, investigators have found that terrorists involved in the Dhaka café attack on July 1 that led to the deaths of 20 hostages – including 17 foreigners – used AK-22 rifles that…
October 29, 2016, 3:27 PM IST
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Xi Jinping Named Core Leader: Part of plan to get all oars to row in one direction
October 28, 2016, 6:28 PM IST
News that China’s Communist Party has given President Xi Jinping the title of ‘core’ leader needs to be seen in the right perspective. The move came during the Sixth Plenary Session of the 18th Central…
October 28, 2016, 6:28 PM IST
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Duterte Disses US Again: Philippine president grasps that the world is changing
October 27, 2016, 6:49 PM IST
In yet another blow to relations between the Philippines and the US, Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte announced that he wanted American troops out of his country in two years and was even willing to abrogate…
October 27, 2016, 6:49 PM IST
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Act Now: Pakistan needs to crack down on all terror groups for its own survival
October 27, 2016, 1:01 AM IST
The terror attack at a police training academy in Quetta, Balochistan, which has left at least 60 cadets dead and injured another 150 once again exemplifies the extent to which extremist groups are deeply entrenched…
October 27, 2016, 1:01 AM IST
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Train to Busan: A brilliant portrayal of the chaos that engulfs the world
October 26, 2016, 3:13 PM IST
Describing ‘Train To Busan’ as a typical zombie flick does great disservice to this magnificent South Korean production. Directed by Yeon Sang-ho, the film is layered with so much of socio-political commentary that the zombie…
October 26, 2016, 3:13 PM IST
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Mosul Offensive: Anti-IS coalition needs better internal coordination
October 24, 2016, 6:05 PM IST
As operations to retake the Iraqi city of Mosul from the Islamic State (IS) terror group continue, predictions of slow progress have been confirmed. Around 30,000 troops comprising Iraqi army, Kurdish Peshmerga, Sunni and Shia…
October 24, 2016, 6:05 PM IST
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Romancing the Roger-Rafa rivalry: Role models both on and off the court
October 24, 2016, 3:44 PM IST
In a heart-melting moment for many tennis fans, Roger Federer was the chief guest at the inauguration of Rafael Nadal’s tennis academy in Manacor, Mallorca last week. The two tennis greats, who have literally defined…
October 24, 2016, 3:44 PM IST
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