Opinion

July 6, 2026 10:27 AM

Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee: A Life Devoted to India’s Unity and Progress

Today, 6th July, is a special day for countless people who cherish the ideals of nationalism and selfless service. We commemorate the 125th birth anniversary of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee, whose life remains a timeless example of courage and unwavering commitment to Maa Bharti. Few leaders in moder...

June 26, 2026 11:02 AM

Explainer: US Congress backed an Iran war powers resolution. Now what?

This week both the Republican-led U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate passed a resolution directing President Donald Trump to withdraw U.S. forces from hostilities with Iran, reflecting growing concern among members of his party about the conflict that began on February 28. The U.S. Senat...

June 24, 2026 8:12 PM

Understanding Omega Blocks as cause of heatwave in France

Online searches on tourist websites tell that May and June are the best months to travel to Paris. The days are long and the city is full of life. However, that has not been the case this year. The entire continent of Europe is facing a second major heatwave in two months with record-breaking temper...

June 17, 2026 3:00 PM

Explainer : Has Trump achieved his goals in the war with Iran? 

Shortly after the U.S. and Israel launched airstrikes on Iran on February 28, U.S. President Donald Trump laid out a host of objectives, from destroying Iran's ballistic missile capabilities to ensuring Tehran can never have a nuclear weapon. More than three months later, with a preliminary peace d...

June 8, 2026 10:36 AM

Lithium bust is over but will battery metal boom again?: Andy Home

The lithium market has sprung back to life after a three-year slump that left the battery metal languishing at rock-bottom prices for much of 2024 and 2025.   The CME lithium hydroxide contract has jumped by 86% since the start of the year and is trading back above $20,000 per metric ton for the ...

May 20, 2026 2:02 PM

Italy and India: A Strategic Partnership for the Indo-Mediterranean

The relationship between India and Italy has now reached a decisive stage. In recent years, our ties have expanded with unprecedented momentum, evolving from a cordial friendship into a special strategic partnership grounded in the values of freedom and democracy, and a common vision for the future....