Born in 2000, Sarath grew up in the city of Delhi. He does not remember spotting a blue sky ever since. Today, Sarath, who is 26 years old, joins over …
Opinion
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South Asia Notes: India, Japan Fortify Ties Amid Slide in US Interest in Asia
by Elizabeth Roche 3 minutes readIndia and Japan sat down for their 16th annual summit in the first week of July with India hosting Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae for the occasion. The India-Japan Summit …
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The searing heat in some parts of the country did not stop the fireworks or the celebration as America stepped up to a historic milestone of 250 years. A land …
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There is a particular kind of reputational crisis that happens when powerful people start to believe the whole world is against them. It can be emotionally persuasive. It can rally …
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The Unfinished Promise of America at 250: The Hindu Diaspora and the Price of Silence
by Vijendra Agarwal 8 minutes readAs the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary of independence, the nation must reflect on its founding promise of religious liberty. For over two centuries, this pluralistic democracy has evolved, …
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For decades, the Indian diaspora has been one of our country’s greatest strengths, serving as a living bridge between India and the world, contributing to innovation ecosystems, shaping global discourse, …
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MS Dhoni at 45: The Ticket Collector Who Became a Global Sporting God
by TN Ashokby TN Ashok 6 minutes readForget the golf-club retirements and the tearful farewell laps. In a small stadium in Chennai, a 45-year-old man walks out to bat, and 40,000 people lose their minds like it’s …
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Opinion: Raising Anxiety Levels in the Pacific
by Sridhar Krishnaswami 6 minutes readChina would like nations in the Pacific to believe that there is nothing out of the ordinary in its test firing of a submarine launched long range nuclear capable ballistic …
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NATO leaders are convening in Ankara this week to deliberate on critical issues, including Ukraine, Russia, defense spending, military preparedness, and emerging technologies. Underlying these discussions is a profound question. …
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Two Nations, Two Scripts: America’s Semiquincentennial and Iran’s Farewell to Khamenei
by TN Ashokby TN Ashok 5 minutes readHistory rarely arranges its stage with such stark contrasts. In July 2026, the world witnessed two nations moving in opposite emotional directions—one celebrating liberty, the other mourning loss. The United …