Ladakh crisis: Why doesn't Modi speak to Xi?

'It is astonishing that such a serious issue be handled in so casual and cavalier a fashion, but this has become what is expected of this government,' observes Aakar Patel. IMAGE: Prime Minister......

Six books on shortlist for Shakti Bhatt Prize

Six books were nominated for the Shakti Bhatt First Book Prize this year. The books in contention for this year’s cash prize of Rs 1 lakh and trophy are: Boats on Land by Janice Pariat,......

'The Ashokan rock edicts are a marvel of history'

'The ideas carved into the rock articulate an important -- if often suppressed and denied -- impulse in Indian history: A call to mutual respect of different beliefs, and to persuasion as opposed......

'China most strategic challenge; US a difficult partner

A recent event in Delhi witnessed an interesting debate among strategic gurus about whether India could still claim its adherence to the policy of non-alignment. Sheela Bhatt and Priyanka listen......

The paradox of India's new prosperity

The most aspirational and optimistic youth are in places that have seen the least growth and yet they are hardly turning out to vote, writes Sunil Khilnani. Within the next decade, the average age......

India needs a clear Pakistan policy

As Mumbai lifts itself back on to its feet, the most immediate question facing India's citizens and government is who exactly were the attackers and how did they manage to gain such ready access to......