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Outcomes of round one of the French elections
The first round of the French elections culminated with Emmanuel Macron and Marie Le Pen emerging as the victors. For the first time in French politics, the primaries did not favour the front runners…
The Persian Potential
A series of tumultuous events have characterized Iran’s 9000-year-old past which has seen the rise and fall of rulers, from Deioces of the Median dynasty to Ayatollah Khomeini, who brought Iran at…
The Plight of Kulbhushan Jadhav
What is the fate of the incarcerated Indian national? A retired Naval officer, Jadhav was detained by counter-intelligence Pakistani officials in Baluchistan where he was travelling with an Indian…
Jobless growth a threat to National Security?
Poverty, corruption, terrorism and insurgency are some of the key issues facing the country. Apprehensions about India heading towards a jobless growth is major concern that should not be over-looked…
Indian Elections – 2017
What does the Mandate Mean? On Saturday, 11 March 17, the election results of India’s mini general election, for five states, were announced. The BJP scored resounding victories in UP and Uttarkhand…
Elections-2017
What will the mandate mean? On 09 Mar 17, the last phase of the 5-state, mini general election was completed and the nation looks forward to the election result that shall be announced on 11 Mar 17.…
FGFA (5th Generation Fighter Aircraft) for the IAF
Will India revert to Russia for the new fighter aircraft? On 09 Mar 17, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) revealed that they remained open for a joint venture with Russia, for the design and production…
RBI policy
What should we understand from Economist Surjit Bhalla’s criticism of the MPC? On 06 Mar 17, noted economist Dr. Surjit Bhalla launched a scathing attack on RBI and the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC…
Turkey’s Referendum
How will people vote, under intimidation? On Sunday, 16 April 17, Turkey will hold a constitutional referendum. Voters shall vote on 18 proposed amendments, to the Constitution of Turkey. The…
Russian interference in the US election
Does Russian Nonchalance, Provoke the US More? Many questions have been raised about Russia’s role in the 2016 US Presidential election. Doubts have also been raised about possible contacts the…
Emerging Global Challenges 2017-20
What are the priority concerns for the global community? Do our Global Challenges need a New Approach? Cyber Crime. In 2016, cyber criminals successfully used SWIFT, the banks financial transfer…
RSS - CPI(M) Violence in Kerala
How can we avoid bloodshed in politics? On 01 Mar 17, RSS Mahanagar Prachar Pramukh of Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, Dr. Kundan Chandravat, while addressing a public rally said he would offer Rs. One Crore…
Challenges to Journalism
Is modern journalism in the midst of a revolution? We live in the Information Age and in the middle of the Information & Communication Technology (ICT) revolution. While all established…
Merger of LSE & Deutsche Borse
Is the EU creating negotiating space for BREXIT talks? On 27 Feb 17, London Stock Exchange (LSE) announced that their US$ 31 billion merger with Deutsche Borse, was unlikely to be approved by the…
Democratic Index 2016
How does India figure On 22 Feb 17, the Economist’s Intelligence Unit, released data about Democratic Index (DI) 2016. The DI is based on five categories; election process & pluralization, civil…
Illegal immigrants in the US
How can President Trump deal with the issue? On 21 Feb 17, new guidelines were issued by the Trump Administration regarding illegal immigration and risk of deportation. John Kelly, Secretary…
Global arms trade
Despite lack-luster performance of the global economy, why is arms trade so promising? On 21 Feb 2017, data released by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), shed fresh light…
Cambodia's amended law
Is Political freedom in this UN-aided country threatened? On 20 Feb 17, Cambodia’s Parliament approved legal changes that effectively bars the main opposition leader from participating in politics.…