India

A Losing Battle

Ninad D. Sheth

There are brave forest officers who are doing their utmost to save Indian wildlife from poachers. But even their best efforts could prove too little, too late.

Diplomatic Convergence

Ninad D. Sheth

Moscow and New Delhi are updating an old friendship. Vladimir Putin’s visit to India has made that much clear.

The Case for Strategic Silence

Ninad D. Sheth

It is a matter of concern that our Defence Minister reacts to most problems saying it’s a “matter of concern”. High time he stopped being just concerned and did something.

India Will Never Be the Same Again

Dhirendra K. Jha

Don’t underestimate its impact. The Women’s Reservation Bill could prove as significant as the Mandal reservations in altering India’s political landscape.

Slumdog Sambhar

Pramila N. Phatarphekar

A sneak preview of Gordon Ramsay’s Great Escape, the celeb chef’s TV quest to find Indian food in the jungles and street-kitchens of India.

Withdrawal Anxiety

TR Vivek

On 26 February, Pranab Mukherjee is expected to start rolling back the fiscal stimulus. How exactly he does it will be under close watch.

India’s Dubious Role in Copenhagen

Kobad Ghandy

The Government, says the author, needs to replace its self-righteous ‘development’ rhetoric with concrete action on the environment. For a start, it could reconsider the planned mining projects that will damage the environment on a gigantic scale.

India’s Superpower Delusions

Ninad D. Sheth

Some dreams can be dangerous. Especially ones that are not drawn from any sort of reality. Like India’s fixation with being a grand player on the world stage.

Tee Break with Jeev

Akshay Sawai

It’s the country’s fastest growing sport. It has sponsorship money other sports envy. But you have to catch a champion like Jeev Milkha Singh to get its essence.