What was once a strong desire among many Indians to celebrate anyone with even distant Indian roots for global achievements has now shifted into open hostility. From Celebration to Chaos: The Irony of Identity in New York Politics In 2022, a close friend invited me to an Independence Day reception in New York City—a decision … Read more
Iran vows to respond to any breach of its territorial integrity, following its strike on the largest U.S. base in West Asia; Qatar temporarily closes its airspace after a U.S. advisory urges caution for American citizens. Iran Strikes U.S. Base in Qatar in Retaliation for American Attack on Nuclear Facilities On the evening of Monday, … Read more
Antonio Guterres cautions against further conflict following U.S. attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites, stressing the importance of diplomacy and moderation. On Sunday, June 22, 2025, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres cautioned against a renewed spiral of devastation and reprisal after U.S. airstrikes targeted Iran’s nuclear sites, describing the attacks as a dangerous shift in the … Read more
ter the British Army’s ranks in an increasingly unstable world. To ensure national preparedness, he also called for a nationwide awareness campaign and the distribution of emergency readiness pamphlets to every household. Under the scheme, new soldiers would receive the bonus after two years of service, while returning veterans would be granted £20,000 for rejoining. … Read more