The World Economic Forum’s 2026 Annual Meeting took place in Davos-Klosters from January 19 to 23 under the theme A Spirit of Dialogue. The official meeting overview identifies those dates and its focus on geopolitical fragmentation, technology and cooperation. The original January 21 article described the meeting as already over. It was still underway on...
Category: Politics
The 25th Amendment: Succession, Vacancies and Presidential Inability
The 25th Amendment deals with presidential succession, a vacancy in the vice presidency and presidential inability. It is not a general mechanism for removing a president because opponents disagree with a policy or dislike a speech. Ratified in 1967, its official text is published by the National Archives. The four sections should be read separately...
SSC GD 2025 Final Result: The January 2026 Notice and What to Check
SSC GD Constable Final Result 2025 has been announced. Check merit list, selection process, and what comes next.
BMC Election Results 2026: Mumbai’s Seat Totals and Their Limits
The BMC election results 2026 offer crucial insights into Mumbai’s political mood and could reshape Maharashtra’s power dynamics.
Election Commission of India: Its Remit, Appointments and Accountability
The Election Commission of India faces renewed scrutiny over reforms, independence, and election management amid rising political tensions.
Iran’s December 2025–January 2026 Protests: The UN Record and Verification Limits
Iran’s nationwide protests have intensified, with reports of over 2,500 deaths amid a government crackdown and near-total internet blackout. This article explores the escalating violence, communication shutdowns, and mounting international tensions as the world watches Tehran’s unfolding crisis.
Venezuela War Powers: What the Senate’s January 14, 2026 Vote Did
The Senate’s key January vote on a Venezuela war-powers resolution occurred on January 14, 2026, not January 15. Senators divided 50–50, and Vice President JD Vance voted in favour of a procedural point of order. The official roll call identifies the question and outcome. Including the vice president, the point of order prevailed 51–50. The...
The US 75-Country Immigrant-Visa Pause: January Start and August 2026 End
The United States has suspended immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, marking one of the most significant shifts in U.S. immigration policy in recent years. This explainer breaks down the full list of affected nations, the official reasons behind the decision, who will be impacted most, and how the move could reshape global migration, diplomacy, and economic ties in 2026 and beyond.
Adani, Ambani and Political Favouritism: How to Assess the Claims
Has India’s economic growth under Prime Minister Narendra Modi been driven by free-market competition—or by corporate favoritism? This in-depth analysis explores allegations of crony capitalism surrounding the rapid rise of industrial giants Gautam Adani and Mukesh Ambani. From infrastructure expansion and privatization to wealth concentration and monopoly concerns, the article examines how close government-corporate ties may have reshaped India’s economic landscape. Using data, policy insights, and expert perspectives, it weighs growth achievements against rising inequality, market concentration, and democratic accountability. As India positions itself as a global economic powerhouse, this piece asks a critical question: can development driven by a few corporate giants truly serve the broader population, or does it risk deepening structural imbalance within the Indian economy?
ED, CBI and Institutional Independence: How to Assess Misuse Allegations
Critics allege that under the Modi government, institutions like the ED, CBI, and other constitutional bodies are being used selectively against opposition leaders, raising concerns about India’s democratic health. While the government insists agencies act independently, repeated pre-election raids, delayed charge sheets, and disproportionate scrutiny have sparked a national debate on whether democracy is giving way to centralized control.









