India’s Global Capability Centres (GCCs)—which include R&D hubs, back-office operations, IT support, and innovation units for multinational companies—are undergoing a strategic shift. While Tier-I cities like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Mumbai have long been the dominant…
Below is an English‑language transcription of the declassified letter Prime Minister Indira Gandhi sent to President Richard Nixon in December 1971, requesting U.S. intervention to prevent Pakistani aggression. This letter appears in the U.S. Office…
On July 30, 2025, India witnessed the homecoming of one of its most sacred archaeological treasures — the Piprahwa Relics, believed to contain the bodily remains of Gautama Buddha. After a separation of 127 years,…
Indian cinema has often relied on love stories to deliver its most enduring emotional experiences. Among such films, two stand apart despite being released more than four decades apart — Ek Duuje Ke Liye (1981)…
India, the land of the Vedas, has long been celebrated not just for its philosophical depth and civilizational continuity, but for its unmatched spirit of tolerance and pluralism. Rooted in Sanatan Dharma—often interpreted as the…
Vasantrao Deshpande (1920–1983) was one of the most celebrated and versatile vocalists in the realm of Hindustani classical music and Marathi musical theatre. His contributions to Indian music extended far beyond performance—he was a cultural…
The world today watches in horror as famine grips Gaza—a humanitarian catastrophe born out of Hamas’s stubborn refusal to release hostages and Israel’s relentless military operations. The international community is appalled not only by the…
Introduction India, a land of ancient civilizations, has always been a treasure trove of historical and archaeological wonders. From the Indus Valley cities to megalithic stone circles, each discovery pushes the boundary of our knowledge…
In the history of modern India’s military operations, Operation Sindoor will likely stand out as a textbook example of strategic maturity, offensive precision, and geopolitical restraint. But such an operation wasn’t built overnight. It was…
The Indian National Congress, once the dominant political force in the country, finds itself at a crossroads. In recent years, the party has struggled to connect with voters, craft a coherent ideological narrative, or offer…