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How the US soared to the heights of dangerous greatness

India, July 11 -- As the US celebrates its 250th anniversary, we have been inundated with reflections on its past achievements and present frailties. The common theme has been to consider how far the ... Read More


The Rao of Kutch who outwitted a Viceroy of India

India, June 26 -- "We have all different ways of beginning the day. The Englishman starts his day on bacon and eggs, the German on sausages, the American on cornflakes. His Highness prefers a virgin."... Read More


Why India must view its neighbours through its own strategic lens

India, June 12 -- July will mark one year since India resumed issuing visas to Chinese nationals. This anniversary, part of a wider, hesitant rapprochement, will pass unnoticed by most Indians. It may... Read More


The untold story & unsung heroes of Indian liberalism

India, May 15 -- For more than a century, Indian liberalism has been mocked as little more than mimicry. The British laughed at the ideals preached by "Jabberjees" at the Indian National Congress. Ind... Read More


War against British colonialism began long before 1857

India, May 1 -- May marks the 169th anniversary of the 1857 Revolt. As has become the norm, we will see speeches and functions commemorating the "First War of Independence". These tributes will inadve... Read More


Conservatism's paradox: Abiding internationalism

India, April 17 -- A week ago, US vice-president JD Vance travelled to Hungary to rally Viktor Orban's supporters, an appearance that included his dialling President Donald Trump, who delivered laudat... Read More