The Lyricist and the Mufti: A Search for God in a Divided Age
NEW DELHI — In a quiet hall at the Constitution Club, just a stone’s throw from India’s Parliament, two men sat across from each other to argue a question as old as
China’s High-Speed Rail: Debt and Doubt Derail Ambition
China’s high-speed railway network, a sprawling 30,000-mile marvel, stands as a symbol of the country’s rapid modernization. Launched under Xi Jinping’s ambitious vision in 2013, it has grown into one of the
A Golden Jubilee of Friendship: Viet Nam and the Maldives Move forward to a New Path
By Her Excellency Trinh Thi Tam, Non-Resident Ambassador of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam to the Maldives As Viet Nam and the Maldives approach the 50th anniversary of our diplomatic relations, we
President Xi’s Visit to Serbia Echoes Embassy Bombing by US
The memories of a fateful night in Belgrade 25 years ago remain vivid as President Xi Jinping of China touched down in Serbia, marking a poignant moment intertwined with history. The deadly
Putin Sworn In for 5th Term as Russian President Amid Tensions
MOSCOW — Vladimir V. Putin was inaugurated for a fifth term as president of Russia on Tuesday, solidifying his two-decade grip on power in a ceremony at the Grand Kremlin Palace that
Pakistan’s Military Footprint Alters Landscape and Agriculture
In the fertile plains of Punjab, Pakistan’s breadbasket, a complex dynamic is unfolding between the nation’s powerful military, its real estate endeavors and the agricultural lands that have long sustained the country.
India Emerges as Global Hub for AI Talent Development
India is positioning itself as a powerhouse in the field of artificial intelligence, fueled by a surge of ambitious upskilling initiatives and investments from major technology giants. The country’s commitment to nurturing
Indian EV Upstart Woos Talent by Welcoming Rejected Tesla Interns
Pravaig Dynamics, an Indian automotive startup developing high performance electric vehicles, is taking an unconventional approach to recruiting talent: offering internships to former Tesla Inc. candidates whose opportunities were rescinded. The Bengaluru
Maldives Sweeps Top Honors at World Travel Awards
The Maldives was a big winner at this year’s World Travel Awards, taking home top prizes in four categories for the Indian Ocean region. The Maldives received the honors of Indian Ocean’s
Tensions Rise as West Cites Chinese Espionage Efforts and Beijing Denies Claims
The German government has sounded the alarm about industrial espionage by China after the arrest of three people accused of spying for Beijing and trying to obtain sensitive technology with potential military
Pakistan’s Wheat Scandal: Corruption Stealing Bread from the Poorest
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — A scandal over the import of overpriced, low-quality wheat has enveloped Pakistan’s government, with allegations of widespread corruption benefiting a few individuals at the expense of the country’s poorest
Media Freedom: Contrasting Perspectives from Pakistan, India, and the Maldives
In the bustling urban centers of Islamabad, the vibrant streets of New Delhi, and the busy streets of Male’ the intricate dance between democracy and social media reverberates with stark contrasts. The
Is Our Neighbor Xenophobic? Unpacking Biden’s Controversial Remarks on India
In recent comments that have rippled through diplomatic circles, US President Joe Biden sparked controversy by labeling India, along with other nations, as “xenophobic,” implicating this stance in their economic challenges. However,