Editorials

The crux of the warning from a growing number of AI researchers is that the software could spin out of human control if left unchecked and unregulated

The war on terror may have weakened terrorist networks, but it has failed to eliminate the threat of terrorism

India faces a diplomatic paradox: it wants BRICS to become a stronger voice for the Global South without allowing it to become an anti-US/anti-Western bloc dominated by China and Russia

It may seem unusual that India, a country where hundreds of millions of citizens lacked access to formal banking as recently as 15 years ago, could build a payment infrastructure that many of the world’s wealthiest economies have yet to match

Delhi, with its triple-engine sarkar, cannot afford to let such tragedies become routine or outsource the safety of its young residents to landlords and market forces

Protection under Maharashtra’s anti-conversion law should not come at the cost of an individual’s constitutional freedom to choose their religion, partner, and personal way of life

While the push for privatisation and technology transfers may strengthen industry, it could erode ISRO’s engineering capabilities

Real wages, per capita income, jobs, private investment, and consumption may offer a better measure of broad-based growth

Nepal’s devastating floods underscore the urgent need for India, China, and other countries, along with international institutions, to join hands on data sharing and climate adaptation

The SCO summit’s tough stance against terrorism marks a diplomatic win for India, which has been pushing for a no-nonsense approach towards terrorist groups

FSSAI’s front-of-pack warning labels for packaged foods are a welcome step, but they will be meaningful only if consumers understand what the labels signify

Mineral-bearing States legitimately deserve an equitable share of the economic value generated from their natural resources

The Meta's $18 billion settlement marks a belated recognition that harm can be embedded not merely in how social media is used, but in how it is designed

Encouraging more private sector participation in defence production, especially in medium and high-tech segments, is key to driving indigenisation

Nepal’s devastating flash floods warn of mounting climate risks across the Himalayas, underscoring the urgent need for stronger preparedness and regional cooperation

Though it is premature to see Ajit Doval’s engagement with China’s top leadership as a sign of an imminent boundary settlement, it does suggest that the two countries are moving from confrontation towards conciliation

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s stand could become a test for middle powers and offers lessons for India on trade diversification, resilience and strategic autonomy

Free online coaching can improve access, but lasting change requires strict regulation, stronger schools, credible examinations and wider higher-education opportunities

With the Defence Forces of Pakistan Act, 2026 taking effect, along with amendments to the National Command Authority Act, 2010, Pakistan is now virtually moving towards military dictatorship

Sergio Gor’s remarks describing Jammu and Kashmir as an important part of India marks a notable departure from Washington’s traditionally cautious Kashmir position

Though Washington remains India’s biggest customer, it no longer has to be the only one that matters

The Railways presents a curious paradox: while it has excelled in expanding its networks, it continues to fail passengers on the basics

The government’s open-ended approach to recording caste responses could create major challenges in standardising millions of entries, raising concerns over data quality and verification

The death of seven people near Ashok Dham Temple in Bihar’s Lakhisarai district is a stark reminder that it is not miracles but proper planning and crowd management that save lives