Amit Palit
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IAF strikes Iranian refueling aircraft at Mashhad airport, Israel claims longest-range strike yet
World | Jun 15, 2025, 11:27 PM ISTAccording to early intelligence reports, the strike is part of Israel's broader strategy to assert aerial superiority over Iranian airspace amid rising regional tensions.
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India's Opposition unity: A fragile alliance facing internal struggles
Explainers | Jul 22, 2023, 10:37 PM ISTIndia Opposition Unity: The first blow to the unity of the "India" alliance came from the left parties, CPIM General secretary Sitaram Yechuri who categorically denied any alliance with Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress in West Bengal.
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India and France's Road to 2047: Strengthening Strategic Partnership
Explainers | Jul 18, 2023, 12:21 PM ISTThis collaboration signifies the commitment of both nations to deepen their ties and work together on various fronts, including defence and technology development.
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BJP's coalition strategy: Strengthening alliances and expanding reach
Explainers | Jul 17, 2023, 10:05 PM ISTBy keeping its doors open to various regional players, the BJP has been able to strengthen its position and gain an edge over the opposition.
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The collapse of anti-BJP front: Three incidents that led to its downfall
Explainers | Jul 09, 2023, 12:41 PM ISTDuring the panchayat elections in West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress (TMC) directly contested against the Congress and Left parties, who were supposed to be part of the anti-BJP front.
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PM Modi's three-day visit to USA: Significance, importance, defence deals and impact on China
Explainers | Jun 21, 2023, 08:24 PM ISTThe three-day visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the United States from June 21 to 23 holds immense significance, not only for the bilateral relations between India and the USA but also for the global geopolitical landscape.
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Navy's Milestone Achievement: Dual Aircraft Carrier Exercise with INS Vikrant, INS Vikramaditya
Explainers | Jun 16, 2023, 03:23 PM ISTIndian Navy's Milestone Achievement: Notably, this accomplishment has not been matched by the Chinese Navy, and only the United States Navy has conducted a similar dual aircraft carrier military drill recently.
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Impact of NATO's Massive Military Exercise on the Ukraine-Russia War
Explainers | Jun 15, 2023, 01:50 PM ISTAs the conflict between Ukraine and Russia continues to unfold, NATO has taken a significant step by initiating one of the largest military exercises in Europe. This article explores the potential impact of NATO's exercise on the ongoing Ukraine-Russia war
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The Khalistan Movement in Canada: History, impact, recent incidents, India's response
India | Jun 14, 2023, 01:50 PM ISTThis article delves into the history, impact, recent incidents, India's response, and current status of the Khalistan movement within the Canadian context.
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BJP's struggles in Panchayat Election Campaign in West Bengal
India | Jun 14, 2023, 01:32 PM ISTWest Bengal panchayat election 2023: The BJP's internal feud in West Bengal has been an ongoing issue that has hampered the party's unity and coordination.
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Perspectives on the Indo-China LAC Dispute in Ladakh: Insights from Mike Pompeo and S Jaishankar
India | Jun 13, 2023, 01:05 PM ISTBy exploring their perspectives, including Mike Pompeo's recent praise for India's stand and Dr S. Jaishankar's recent statement on the importance of pulling back deployments, we can gain a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics surrounding the issue.
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Indian Navy's new killer 'Romeo'
India | Jun 13, 2023, 12:56 PM ISTThe Indian government ordered 24 MH-60 Romeo multi-role helicopters for Indian Navy in 2020 at a cost of more than 14000 crores. According to US government by 2025 all 24 helicopters will be delivered.
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As Doklam standoff ends, the significance of September in India-China ties
India | Sep 01, 2017, 09:26 PM ISTThe longest standoff between the armies of India and China were witnessed in 1987 at the Sumdorong Chu valley in Arunachal Pradesh.
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Sikkim standoff: 5 reasons why India’s stand against China is apt, and the world should follow suit
India | Aug 01, 2017, 08:13 PM ISTDoesn’t the international community’s silent support for a country like China belie their stated belief in human rights, equality and democracy?
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Narendra Modi, Donald Trump’s meeting has rattled Pakistan. Here’s why
World | Jun 25, 2017, 09:45 PM ISTPrime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the United States, his first since US Donald Trump’s inauguration as President, has left Pakistan jittery
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Unsafe Europe: What repeated terror attacks tell us about their security preparedness
World | May 26, 2017, 02:28 PM ISTThe ghastly Manchester terror attack that left 22 people dead and dozens others injured, has brought to fore how European nations are becoming increasingly unsafe.
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As Trump completes four months in office, his 4 U-turns as US President
World | Apr 21, 2017, 06:04 PM ISTA close look at his tenure so far reveals that the US President has made several U-turns on international issues that he felt strongly about.
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Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina to honour 1971 war martyrs
India | Apr 07, 2017, 02:35 PM ISTA total of 1,661 Indian soldiers had died in the liberation war of Bangladesh in 1971. The decision to honours the heroes was taken in 2015 during Modi’s visit to Dhaka.
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Has Trump chosen the right enemy?
World | Jan 20, 2017, 03:54 PM ISTOn January 20, American business tycoon Donald J. Trump will assume charge of the 45th president of the United States of America. His rise to the post coincides with discussions across US media on the
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Demonetization: Can it make India a cashless economy?
Dec 29, 2016, 07:39 PM ISTIf there is one thing that has gripped the attention and discourse across the country, it is demonetization. On November 8, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the government’s decision to scrap 500- and 1000-rupee notes.