How India’s IT Sector Is Facing Up to the AI Threat
As artificial intelligence reshapes global outsourcing, India’s IT sector is reinventing itself by moving beyond labour arbitrage, investing in AI-led services, and reskilling millions of professionals.
BT-PRICE Survey: How the Gen Z Consumer Is Coming of Age
The BT-PRICE Survey shows how Gen Z consumers in India are redefining spending priorities, brand loyalty, and corporate accountability as they come of age in a rapidly changing economy.
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: A Global Voice for Inner Peace and Humanitarian Action
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar is widely regarded as one of the most influential spiritual and humanitarian leaders of the modern era. He is best known as the founder of The Art of Living Foundation, through which he has promoted inner…
Internet Suspended in Assam’s Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong Amid Unrest
The Assam government has suspended mobile internet and data services in Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong following a serious law and order situation, citing concerns over the spread of rumours and inflammatory content.
H-1B Visa Rule Changes: Why Infosys, TCS and Other IT Stocks Are Under Pressure
Indian IT stocks such as Infosys and TCS are under pressure as markets react to concerns over changes in US H-1B visa rules and their potential impact on costs and staffing.
Deadly Saudi Bus Crash Claims 42 Indian Pilgrims: Understanding the Umrah Ritual
Deadly Mecca–Madinah Highway Crash Claims Lives of 42 Indian Umrah Pilgrims A major tragedy unfolded on the Mecca–Madinah highway early Monday, where at least 42 Indian Umrah pilgrims were killed after their bus collided with a diesel tanker. The impact…
Trump Rejects Israeli West Bank Annexation Efforts Amid U.S. Peace Strategy
Introduction U.S. President Donald Trump has firmly dismissed recent efforts by some Israeli lawmakers to annex the West Bank, stating unequivocally that Israel is “not going to do anything” with the territory. This declaration comes after Israel’s Knesset approved a…
President Trump Reacts to Deadly Israeli Hospital Strike in Gaza
On Monday, Israeli airstrikes hit the Nasser hospital in Khan Younis, killing at least 20 people, including five journalists and several medical workers. The incident has drawn international condemnation and a direct response from former U.S. President Donald Trump. The…
Insurgency, Not War, Is China’s Most Likely Strategy Against the U.S.
This past summer, I found myself preparing for a mechanized desert war during the Marine Corps’ battalion-level integrated training exercise at Twentynine Palms. The focus this year was squarely on high-intensity conventional warfare — a stark contrast to my 2015…
Stephen Schwarzman: Navigating the Crossroads of Wealth, Populism, and Global Trade
At 72, Stephen Schwarzman stands at the pinnacle of American finance, serving as the chairman, CEO, and co-founder of The Blackstone Group, the investment giant that manages a staggering $554 billion in assets. With a net worth exceeding $18 billion,…
Hezbollah’s Enhanced Anti-Tank Arsenal: The Role of North Korean Technology in South Lebanon
Hezbollah’s ability to challenge Israel’s formidable military has been a central feature of its operations in southern Lebanon, particularly in the realm of anti-armour tactics. During the 2006 war with Israel, Hezbollah surprised many by successfully targeting and destroying Israeli…
Chuck E. Cheese Parent Company Files for Bankruptcy Amid Pandemic Struggles
CEC Entertainment, the parent company of Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper Pizza, has filed for bankruptcy protection in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to the closure of its locations and left families unable to visit its…
China’s Type 002 Aircraft Carrier: A High-Tech Game Changer Rivaling the U.S. Navy
The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy is gearing up to deploy its most advanced aircraft carrier yet with the upcoming commissioning of the Type 002, a highly anticipated warship expected to rival the U.S. Navy’s Gerald Ford Class supercarriers….
Defending the Skies for Four Decades: Evolution of Russia’s S-300 Air Defence System – Part Four: The S-300V
The S-300V, the third member of the S-300 air defense family, represents a legacy of innovation and remains relevant today through continuous upgrades and advancements. Entering service in 1984, the S-300V was a groundbreaking platform designed to counter a wide…
Elon Musk Sells $1.1 Billion in Tesla Stock Following Twitter Poll
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has sold $1.1 billion worth of Tesla stock after conducting a poll on Twitter asking whether he should offload 10% of his stake in the company. On November 8, Musk exercised 2.15 million stock options at…
China’s Strategic Role in Iran’s Military Modernization and Nuclear Program: Implications for Future Relations
With the end of Iran’s brief thaw in relations with the West following the United States’ unilateral withdrawal from the 2015 JCPOA nuclear deal and the threat of European sanctions over Tehran’s ballistic missile program, Iran is turning back to…
The Legacy of the Soviet Union’s Ambitious Aircraft Carrier Program: Part Two
The dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991 brought a swift and dramatic end to the USSR’s ambitious aircraft carrier program, leaving a legacy of incomplete projects, scrapped vessels, and dispersed technological innovations. The newly formed successor states, struggling with…
Just Let Them Compete: Nurturing the Next Generation of Wargamers
My path to becoming a wargamer was serendipitous. Hired for my insights on national security and my Marine Corps background, I entered wargaming with no prior experience, learning the craft on the job. The field, surprisingly, is built on similar…
Air War Over Sinai: How SAMs Shaped the Yom Kippur War’s Outcome
During the early hours of the 1973 Yom Kippur War, Egypt’s surface-to-air missile (SAM) batteries, including the Soviet-supplied S-75 and the newly deployed S-125, played a pivotal role in the conflict’s early stages. The S-75 had already proven its effectiveness…
The Evolution of Russia’s S-300 and S-400 Air Defense Systems
The S-300PMU-1, introduced into the Russian military in 1992, marked a significant leap forward in air defense technology, arriving just months after the dissolution of the Soviet Union. This advanced system revolutionized the capabilities of the existing S-300 family, featuring…