Apoorva Singegol Writes: In the last few weeks the leak of the documents from the Panamanian Law firm reveals as to how the elite and powerful people launder money, dodge sanctions and how they are indulging in illegal tax activities.
Naxalism: The Greatest Threat to Internal Security till Date?
Rashmi Ramesh Writes: Insurgency is not a new phenomenon in India.It has been a part and parcel of the innumerable challenges faced by the country since its independence.One such threat to internal security is the existence Left Wing Extremism (LWE) also known as Maoism or Naxalism
The ISIS threat to India: De-radicalising the youth
Pratyush Manoj Writes: Recently, an Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) cell was busted in the state of Madhya Pradesh through joint operations of MP police and the Intelligence Bureau. A total of five youngsters were nabbed who were appointed to recruit as well as carry out terror strikes
Is it really the AFSPA causing violence in Kashmir?
Niharika Hooda Writes: Last week a Kashmiri school girl was alleged to have been molested by an Indian army soldier, which caused wide unrest and violent protests in Handwara. This was later found to be untrue, as in the video released by the army, highlighted that it was in fact the local youth which had harassed the girl and fabricated the tale to incite unrest in the valley.
Another Hypersonic Glide Vehicle Test by Russia
Dr Roshan Writes: The flight test of the Russian hypersonic glide vehicle last week depicts the constant endeavour by the major powers to match each other in the development of niche technologies.
Saudi King’s Visit to Egypt: Strengthening Economic and Strategic Objectives
Roshan Writes: Recently King Salman made a four day visit to Egypt, and pledged for a sustained economic aid to Egypt. Saudi Arabia’s two prong approach in creating a large investment fund ($16 billion) for the development of Egypt has economic and political connotations.