The AK-47: Why it continues to be a favourite of soldiers

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The Ak 47: Why It Continues To Be A Favourite Of Soldiers

What makes the AK-47 such a popular choice for most soldiers across the world? Why is it the weapon of choice for over 100 countries? Major Bharat Cingireddy, Sena Medal (Retd.) explains.

Is ISI behind rally being organised in Canada in support of PM Trudeau?

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Is Isi Behind Rally Being Organised In Canada In Support Of Pm Trudeau?

Amid the diplomatic row between India and Canada, a rally in support of beleaguered Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is being organised at Surrey in British Columbia. The rally is being led by a person believed to be close to Pakistan’s ISI. ETV Bharat’s Aroonim Bhuyan writes how the ISI is reactivating its modules in foreign countries and espousing the Khalistani issue ahead of the general elections in India next year.

Will agriculture be a victim of India-Canada standoff?

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Will Agriculture Be A Victim Of India Canada Standoff?

Canada has historically been a dependable potash source. It possesses the world’s largest potash reserves, a vital mineral for industrial agriculture and muriate of potash (MOP) fertilizer production. Would the current stand-off between India and Canada impact India's food economy? Indra Shekhar Singh, Former Program Director for Policy and Outreach, National Seed Association of India (NSAI) explains.

Rupert Murdoch and the rise and fall of the press barons: how much power do newspapers still have?

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Rupert Murdoch And The Rise And Fall Of The Press Barons: How Much Power Do Newspapers Still Have?

Global media tycoon Rupert Murdoch has announced his retirement as chairman of Fox and News Corp, making way for his son Lachlan. He has been demonised as a puppet master who would pull the strings of politicians behind the scenes, as a man with too much power.

How inflation hits Indian sweet tooth? Sugar export ban, biofuel production and a lot more

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How Inflation Hits Indian Sweet Tooth? Sugar Export Ban, Biofuel Production And A Lot More

The Indian sugar export ban will have a direct bearing on domestic and international markets. It will benefit countries like Brazil, which is a major producer as it will boost their fortunes. If the domestic production dips further, it will impact the biofuel production. Indra Shekhar Singh explores the ramifications of the sugar export ban in India.

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Trudeau didn’t anticipate adverse impact of diplomatic row he sparked with India

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Trudeau Didn’t Anticipate Adverse Impact Of Diplomatic Row He Sparked With India

After alleging India’s hand in the killing of a Khalistani terrorist, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is now on the back foot. He did not anticipate the adverse impact of the diplomatic row he triggered with India would have, writes Aroonim Bhuyan.

Household financial savings declined to a 50 year low! What SBI Research says

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Household Financial Savings Declined To A 50 Year Low! What Sbi Research Says

According to the data released by the RBI in its monthly bulletin of September this year, the net financial savings of households halved in the last two financial years, from 11.5 percent in FY 2020-21 to just 5.1 percent in FY 2022-23. -- Writes Krishnanand.

Explained: Is Manipur becoming a new Cambodia?

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Explained: Is Manipur Becoming A New Cambodia?

"The violence-affected state is almost becoming like Cambodia, a hub of illegal arms trade," said a senior official from India's security agency. The reason behind the claim made by the security agencies is the fact that a top NSCN-IM cadre has been accused of running an illegal gun racket. Reports ETV Bharat's Gautam Debroy.

Explained: India-Canada relationship: How it deteriorated and implications for India

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Explained: India Canada Relationship: How It Deteriorated And Implications For India

With Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleging that India has a hand in the killing of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar and India dismissing this as absurd and unsubstantiated, ETV Bharat’s Aroonim Bhuyan writes how ties between the two countries have deteriorated and what implications this will have for India.

Women reservation Bill a paradigm shift in Indian politics or a temporary fix

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Women Reservation Bill A Paradigm Shift In Indian Politics Or A Temporary Fix

The Women Reservation Bill, which has been a subject of debate for almost a decade, has once more captured public attention. Yet, it prompts us to ponder whether this legislation will truly revolutionize the political arena or if it will merely serve as a symbolic gesture in the ongoing battle against gender bias and entrenched patriarchal norms in politics, writes Etv Bharat’s Pradip Singh Rawat.

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Canada-India diplomatic row: Should India make Trudeau persona non-grata?

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Canada India Diplomatic Row: Should India Make Trudeau Persona Non Grata?

With Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleging India’s hand in the death of a Khalistani terrorist and expelling an Indian diplomat, an expert tells ETV Bharat’s Aroonim Bhuyan that India should make Trudeau persona non-grata.

With its Defence Minister also going out of public view, what is happening in China?

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With Its Defence Minister Also Going Out Of Public View, What Is Happening In China?

China’s Defence Minister Li Shangfu has not been in public since August 29. This comes close on the heels of former Foreign Minister Qin Gang disappearing from the public eye a couple of months ago and his subsequent dismissal. So, is something rotten in the state of China?, writes ETV Bharat’s Aroonim Bhuyan.

India US Elections 2024: India Middle East Europe Economic Corridor going to scale up the Modi, Biden image

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India Us Elections 2024: India Middle East Europe Economic Corridor Going To Scale Up The Modi, Biden Image

India Middle East Economic Corridor a path-breaking achievement for India and partner nations: Will it translate into a vote bank for Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Joe Biden in the elections 2024? Disputes may end, foes to be friends and trade like partners to undermine China's hegemony. India is emerging as an alternative to China for the West and is seen as a leader for the global south. Writes ETV Bharat's Bilal Bhat.

G20 New Delhi 2023: The way forward for agriculture to feed the world and eradicate hunger

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G20 New Delhi 2023: The Way Forward For Agriculture To Feed The World And Eradicate Hunger

The G20 should establish an international grain reserve that can function as both a grain exchange and a grain bank, writes Mr Indra Shekhar Singh

Explained: Cheaper tomatoes cut retail inflation but upward pressure persists on food inflation

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Explained: Cheaper Tomatoes Cut Retail Inflation But Upward Pressure Persists On Food Inflation

According to the forecast made by the IDFC First Bank, the maximum impact of the decline in tomato prices will be felt in the September CPI data, which is expected to come at around 5.2 per cent to 5.5 per cent. The Bank’s estimate assumes a further decline in tomato prices in the remainder of September, writes Krishnanand.

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IMEC a good competitor to China’s BRI: Former diplomat

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Imec A Good Competitor To China’s Bri: Former Diplomat

The newly announced India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor will be a cheaper connectivity route compared to China’s Belt and Road Initiative, an expert explains to ETV Bharat’s Aroonim Bhuyan.

Explained: Maldives presidential election: Why India will keep fingers crossed

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Explained: Maldives Presidential Election: Why India Will Keep Fingers Crossed

With incumbent President Ibrahim Solih losing to opposition candidate Mohamed Muizzu in the first round of the Maldives presidential election, former President Mohamed Nasheed has emerged as the kingmaker ahead of the run-off between the two candidates on September 30. Will Nasheed bury past differences with Solih and come out in support of the incumbent President? ETV Bharat’s Aroonim Bhuyan writes.

The G-20 Summit: An analysis

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The summit saw India emerge as an unofficial leader of the Global South and a negotiator par excellence. The most important gain for India came in the form of the decision to create a Sea Route-Rail- transport corridor from India to the USA via UAE, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Israel, Italy and Greece. This will not only minimise the time for transporting the cargo but also be cost-effective for members, writes  Amb. J. K. Tripathi.

Explained: Artificial Intelligence for Economic Growth

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Explained: Artificial Intelligence For Economic Growth

India is still in its early stages concerning Artificial Intelligence (AI). The application of AI technology and the development of applications in this field are limited in India.

The 18th G-20 Summit: Negotiations and key takeaways

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The 18th G 20 Summit: Negotiations And Key Takeaways

The G20 Summit was successfully hosted by India at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on September 9 and 10. Retired Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer J K Tripathi explains the negotiations and the key takeaways from the historic Summit, which was attended by world leaders including US President Joe Biden.

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Explained - G20 Summit 2023: The key takeaways for India

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Explained   G20 Summit 2023: The Key Takeaways For India

With India successfully hosting the G20 Summit in New Delhi this weekend, ETV Bharat’s Aroonim Bhuyan summarises the key takeaways.

Sanatan Row: Centuries-old contrarian discourse in Tamil Nadu

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Sanatan Row: Centuries Old Contrarian Discourse In Tamil Nadu

Opposition to Sanatan Dharma is nothing new in the history of Tamil society since there is a continuum of contrarian discourse in both the literary and religious spheres. The understanding of Sanatan in Tamil Nadu as a hegemonic Brahmanical one has moulded the political discourse of modern Tamil society with the emergence of Tamil modernity and the Dravidian movement. Writes ETV Bharat's MC Rajan

Explained: Why India can lead the world in embracing digital economy

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Explained: Why India Can Lead The World In Embracing Digital Economy

While hosting this year’s G20 Summit, India has the opportunity to showcase its achievements in the digital economy and help other countries emulate the same, writes ETV Bharat’s Aroonim Bhuyan.

Absence of Putin, Xi from G20 Summit: The impact on geopolitics in Indo-Pacific and beyond

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Absence Of Putin, Xi From G20 Summit: The Impact On Geopolitics In Indo Pacific And Beyond

Though the G20 Summit in New Delhi is primarily aimed at addressing issues related to the global economy, the absence of Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping reflects significant shifts in the global balance of power, writes ETV Bharat’s Aroonim Bhuyan.

The 'Startup Crisis' that is unfolding

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In a bid to cut costs, many companies have been forced to downsize their workforce as much as possible. Reports reveal that, in the first half of this year, approximately 70 startups have laid off 17,000 employees. Further, recent data shows that over the past two years, 1,400 new-age companies have resorted to nearly 91,000 job cuts.

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