Opinion

July 18, 2026 5:27 PM

Why Argentina are the World Cup’s favourite villains

For some fans following this World Cup, the calculation has been simple: support whoever is playing against Argentina. Across the tournament, that has meant wearing the green of Algeria, the blue of Cape Verde, or the red of Switzerland. Even the often maligned England got a boost in global social m...

July 30, 2026 9:22 AM

India-UK CETA: A landmark step towards India’s global economic leadership

The coming into force of the India-United Kingdom Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) marks a defining moment in India's economic diplomacy and global engagement. More than a trade pact, it is a reflection of India's rising economic stature, diplomatic confidence and strategic vision u...

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...