Suella Braverman did not slip quietly out of the Conservative Party. She left with an accusation of “betrayal” and a sense of theatrical finality, likening her defection to Reform UK to a political divorce. 

Hundreds of people of Indian origin and Bangladeshi-origin Hindus braved cold, heavy rain to protest outside the Houses of Parliament in London on Wednesday, urging UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to take stronger action to condemn what they...

One hundred and fifty years ago, a short lyrical phrase, Vande Mataram, quietly entered India’s cultural consciousness.

Over the past decade, India has undergone a transformation that is increasingly being recognised by global institutions such as the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the International Labour Organization (ILO), and S&P Global. 

Some milestones encourage remembrance, some signal momentum; the rare few reflect both. India’s 77th Republic Day is one such exception, marking as it does the continuation of India’s journey, now as a constitutional democracy and as a Republic. 

Does Prime Minister Modi’s strategy of strategic autonomy and refusal to ‘bend the knee’ offer a more effective model of middle-power diplomacy than the UK’s alliance-dependent approach, as illustrated by contrasting treatment from U.S. leaders?

The Indian Constitution is often celebrated as the cornerstone of democracy, justice, and equality.

The 2026 Padma Awards recipients were announced on the eve of Republic Day, recognising 45 unsung heroes for their exceptional contributions in fields such as social work, literature, education, healthcare, public service, and community welfare.This...