India is a land of unmatched civilizational depth, timeless spiritual heritage, scientific innovation, and cultural diversity. From the discovery of zero and ancient metallurgy to ISRO’s lunar missions and world-leading IT services, India has every…
In ancient India, Chanakya (Kautilya) devised the Mandala Theory, a timeless model of geopolitical strategy outlined in his Arthashastra. Rooted in realpolitik, it views the international arena as a circle of states—where allies, enemies, and…
India and the United States share a complex, evolving trade relationship, marked by cooperation in technology, defense, and services, but also marred by persistent friction in sectors like agriculture and dairy. Among the key sticking…
In recent years, mental health challenges among teenage girls have reached alarming levels across the globe. Reports from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the United States and numerous Indian academic studies…
In August 2025, former U.S. President Donald Trump announced a major escalation in tariffs, imposing a steep 50% duty on Indian goods. The move was seen as a response to India’s continuing trade and defense…
When U.S. President Donald Trump introduced punitive tariffs on global imports, many countries, including India, felt the tremors. The move, particularly targeting Chinese goods, quickly spread to affect other trading nations. India, which exported around…
Marthanda Varma (1706–1758), the visionary king of Travancore in present-day Kerala, was a ruler far ahead of his time. Revered as the “Maker of Modern Travancore,” he not only expanded the boundaries of his kingdom…
Introduction In the ongoing fiscal year 2024–25, Gujarat has once again emerged as India’s top exporting state, contributing a remarkable share of over 30% to the nation’s total merchandise exports. At the heart of this…
India’s merchandise export performance in FY 2024–25 reveals a remarkable trend: states like Gujarat, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka are powering the country’s outward trade trajectory. Among them, Gujarat stands tall, contributing nearly 30.7% of…
India is a land of rivers, where water bodies are not merely natural formations but sacred lifelines that have shaped its civilization, culture, and spirituality. Among the multitude of rivers that traverse the subcontinent, seven…