Volodymyr Zelensky: From Comedian to Wartime Leader
Few political leaders have experienced a transformation as dramatic as Volodymyr Zelensky. From being a comedian and television star to leading Ukraine through its most...
What Trump-Zelensky Oval clash means for the war?
Donald Trump’s explosive Oval Office clash with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was more than just a diplomatic spectacle—it was a seismic shift in America’s posture...
Japan and India Renew $75 Billion Bilateral Swap Arrangement
Japan and India have renewed their Bilateral Swap Arrangement (BSA), reinforcing financial cooperation between the two nations. The agreement, effective from today, allows both countries...
US Reciprocal Tariffs Could Lower India’s GDP Growth by Up to 10 Basis Points: Ind-Ra
India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) has estimated that the potential imposition of reciprocal tariffs by the United States could lead to a decline in India’s...
Moody’s: Reciprocal US Tariffs to Have Uneven Impact Across APAC, India Less Exposed
The extent of the impact will depend on whether the US raises its tariff rates or compels trading partners to lower their own import duties.
Trump Pauses Tariffs on Mexico and Canada, but Not China
The temporary suspension comes amid escalating tensions in global trade, with Trump maintaining a hardline stance on China while showing flexibility toward North American neighbors. This move is part of Trump’s broader “America First” economic strategy, which has prioritized renegotiating trade agreements and imposing tariffs to protect U.S. industries.
Opinion: Why US is no longer the promised land for Indians
Developed nations, including the U.S., the U.K., and parts of Europe, are witnessing a rise in nationalist rhetoric and protectionist policies. Visa restrictions, deportations, and barriers to work opportunities for foreign nationals are becoming the norm.
Davos: All talk and no action?
The premise of the World Economic Forum is undeniably compelling. Who wouldn’t want the world’s most influential individuals collaborating to tackle the planet’s challenges? However, the outcomes of these discussions are frustratingly intangible. Despite decades of convening, the problems Davos purports to address—economic inequality, climate change, and global instability—remain as entrenched as ever. The forum’s record on action leaves much to be desired.
Opinion: What does Trump’s withdrawal from the WHO mean for rest of the world?
The long-term costs—both for the US and the world—could far outweigh the short-term political gains. Global health security, much like national security, requires investment, collaboration, and a recognition that no nation can stand alone.
Opinion: What Trump’s second term means for the world
Trump’s re-election comes against the backdrop of an extraordinary political comeback. Defying two impeachments, criminal convictions, and unprecedented challenges to his leadership, his victory over Kamala Harris in November’s election has cemented his place as one of the most polarizing figures in American history.