Who’s better at recycling – men or women? Insights on gender and reuse
By Indu Balachandran/Deccan Herald Bengaluru, March 29 – Who’s better at recycling – men or women? Insights on gender and reuse. From women’s resourcefulness in repurposing to men’s tendency to hoard medicines, this witty take on gender and sustainability offers tips to reduce waste and...
Europe’s reluctance to join Iran war forced Trump to opt for talks
By P.K.Balachandran Colombo, March 28 – If, after boasting that he had militarily crushed Iran, US President Donald Trump seems desperate to opt for talks to end it, it is because his European allies have refused to send troops to help him. Responding to Trump’s...
Trump stumbles unable to break free from the Middle East war
By Veeragathi Thanabalasingam Colombo, March 28 – After entering the White House for a second term in January 2025, US President Donald Trump proudly claimed credit for halting eight wars in various regions across the globe within a ten-month period. He arrogantly questioned who else...
Competing by exclusion – the return of economic containment
By Milinda Moragoda/WION Colombo, March 28 – As the world navigates rising inflation, supply chain disruptions, and intensifying geopolitical tensions, a new form of economic competition is emerging—less about outproducing rivals, and more about limiting their ability to compete at all. Sustained national prosperity rarely...
Assassination is an enduring political tool, but how effective is it?
By P.K.Balachandran/Daily Mirror Colombo, March 28 – All through history, assassination has been resorted to by the power-hungry and the aggrieved. It has been used in palace power struggles, as a tool to further a political cause, or to redress a deeply felt grievance. It...
India is no ‘dalaal’, Pakistan only a broker: Jaishankar sparks furious backlash
Jaishankar targets Pakistan’s mediator role in mideast war
10 accused in blast cases have RSS links: R.K. Singh
By Sandeep Joshi/The Hindu New Delhi, January 22, 2013 – Union Home Secretary R.K. Singh said on Tuesday that at least 10 people having close links with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and its affiliated organisations were named accused in various acts of terror across...
Ground war in Iran – Why Washington risks another Vietnam
By P M Amza/Colombo Telegraph Colombo, March 26 – The prospect of a United States ground war in Iran, once viewed as improbable, is now part of serious strategic debate. As tensions escalate across the Gulf and military operations deepen, the central question is no...
Cuba and the end of an era
By Milinda Moragoda/NDTV Colombo, March 26 – Cuba’s deepening crisis represents more than the failure of an economic model-it signals a turning point in Global South politics. While attention remains fixed on the Middle East, consequential shifts are unfolding across Latin America, shaped in significant...
A Bangladeshi singer and ensemble perform the Indian national anthem in New Delhi on Bangladesh’s national day
The ensemble A contemporary flute maestro, known as the “Krishna of Bangladesh” for his spiritual and expressive sound.With over 30 years of global performances, including UNESCO and major international festivals.Collaborated with legends and key member of Lokkhi Terra, inspiring generations through timeless artistry. A renowned...
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