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There are two types of people in the workplace. The ones who get things done. And the ones who get promoted for it. Spoiler alert: they’re rarely the same person for long. Because in most modern organisations, doing your job well is the fastest way to be handed a different job you never asked for….
“If you neither believe in any religion nor fear the hereafter, then at least be free from tyranny and arrogance.” — Imam Hussain ibn Ali. In the 7th century (680 AD), on the plains of Karbala in present-day Iraq, Imam Hussain, grandson of Prophet Muhammad, stood with just 72 companions and family members to make…
Austerity. A word that sounds technical, neutral, maybe even responsible. But behind it lies a brutal truth: when governments “tighten their belts,” it’s women and girls who are forced to stop breathing. As the world reels from post-pandemic debt and inflation shocks, austerity is back on the policy menu. From Latin America to sub-Saharan Africa…
The Shimla Agreement of 1972 represents a foundational diplomatic framework that continues to shape South Asian geopolitics. Yet, its core principles face systematic erosion from Pakistan’s enduring commitment to terrorism as statecraft. In the aftermath of Operation Sindoor and in light of US President Donald Trump’s misrepresented claims of mediating Indo-Pakistani peace, it becomes essential…
Why no India? A Kazakh journalist making small talk in between games at the Centre Court casually asked me: How many Indians in the main draw? Zero, was my sad reply which drew a startled “Oh” before he went on to reel off the names of the five Kazak players of whom I could only…
The most awaited statement from the Dalai Lama on his reincarnation came out on July 2nd during the 15th Tibetan Religious Conference in Dharamshala. The statement unequivocally paved a way for the continuation of the Dalai Lamas’ institution. In the statement, the Dalai Lama said, “Although I have had no public discussions on this issue,…
Delhi HC has allowed a minor rape survivor to terminate her pregnancy at 27 weeks. More often, courts deny such appeals. Ending arbitrary policing of the womb needs decriminalisation of abortion This week Delhi high court, disagreeing with the medical board, has allowed a minor rape survivor to terminate her pregnancy of 27 weeks. As…
It’s incredible that to date he has had so little impact in America. Markets are strong, growth hasn’t slowed, and treasury’s recording revenue from tariffs but tariffs aren’t impacting prices It’s suddenly fashionable to talk about how the era of ‘American exceptionalism’ is ending, given Trump’s policies, the dollar’s decline, and the fact that so…
From sea to shining sea, America sees the Don of a new era Second Opinion was granted an exclusive interview with the White House. Second Opinion: Mr President, thank you so much for… White House (interrupting): Drop this Mr President crap. Call me by my new title, Mr Permanent Resident. SO: But doesn’t making yourself…
Every year, on July 1st in many countries, including India, the world pauses to honor those who dedicate their lives to healing and caring for others—doctors. Known as Doctors’ Day, this special occasion pays tribute to the unwavering commitment, compassion, and sacrifices of medical professionals worldwide. It is a moment to recognize their vital role…
