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Trump's 25 per cent tariff on India: An opportunity, and a step too far
August 1, 2025 08:30 IST

It raises stakes for India but also presents a moment to seize the initiative. On the other hand, the US president threatening to impose an additional “penalty” for buying Russian oil and defence hardware is unacceptable

This is the front page of The Indian Express published on August 01, 1985.
August 1, 2025 07:30 IST

This is the front page of The Indian Express published on August 01, 1985.

In Op Sindoor debate, both Government and Opposition stopped low -- but they flagged crucial issues
July 31, 2025 07:12 IST

For PM Modi to paint Congress as the spokesman for the enemy, as it were, is unseemly. Rahul Gandhi's challenge to the government — to lay Pakistan low once-and-for-all — was bellicose, and belonged more in a clumsy insta-reel

Nandu Ram, who brought ‘lived experience’ into mainstream sociology, significantly changed Dalit discourse
July 31, 2025 07:12 IST

Nandu Ram, who brought ‘lived experience’ into mainstream sociology, significantly changed Dalit discourse

Op Sindoor debate reaffirmed a republic unafraid to question and challenge
July 31, 2025 07:28 IST

In the final reckoning, Sindoor may come to symbolise many things: Tactical audacity, calibrated resolve, and the emergence of a more assertive India

This is the front page of The Indian Express published on July 31, 1985.
July 31, 2025 07:35 IST

This is the front page of The Indian Express published on July 31, 1985.

Palestinian statehood: UK, France signal growing frustration with Israel’s war in Gaza
July 31, 2025 07:12 IST

Yet, Keir Starmer’s plan has contradictions of its own. If Israel meets all the conditions, would the UK then refuse to recognise Palestinian statehood, after all?

Bad news for 'cool people': For the cool, that is bad news
July 30, 2025 11:31 IST

Globalisation enabled matcha’s exposure to the world; the move towards protectionism now threatens it

Divya Deshmukh's victory showcases the depth of women's chess in India
July 30, 2025 07:36 IST

The spectacle of two Indian women fighting it out in the final of the World Cup, an event where 107 players from 46 nations competed, is special

What state finances tell us about the economy
July 30, 2025 07:08 IST

Assistance by Centre has played a key role in boosting capital expenditure of states but borrowing space is limited

TCS layoffs reflect the challenges of a sector increasingly relying on AI
July 30, 2025 07:35 IST

While the TCS decision is expected to hit mid- and senior-level employees the most, the question is whether the layoffs are the beginning of a larger churn in the Indian IT sector

Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer welcomes Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Chequers near Aylesbury, England.
July 30, 2025 07:26 IST

UK-India FTA is a template for other agreements. It serves Delhi's economic and geopolitical objectives

This is the front page of The Indian Express published on July 30, 1985.
July 30, 2025 07:08 IST

This is the front page of The Indian Express published on July 30, 1985.

PM Modi’s visit to the Maldives: A diplomatic reset
July 29, 2025 07:31 IST

As a key neighbour and regional power, India can counterbalance China's influence by making better offers.

Sumit Chakravartty was a gentle crusader who practised journalism fearlessly
July 29, 2025 07:32 IST

His journalism fostered informed debate and gave space to diverse viewpoints, while his activism was driven by core values of democracy, secularism, scientific temper and Gandhian antyodaya.

At IIT-Ropar's convocation, 'pookie professor' served a reminder that joy belongs on campus
July 29, 2025 12:33 IST

Rajeev Ahuja’s gesture symbolised a rare kind of academic leadership that institutions could do more with

Manchester felt like a win -- for India and Test cricket
July 29, 2025 07:31 IST

If India manages to level the series 2-2 at the Oval next week, the doggedness shown in the fourth Test would be a big reason

This is the front page of The Indian Express published on July 29, 1985.
July 29, 2025 07:33 IST

This is the front page of The Indian Express published on July 29, 1985.

The present strategy of quiet diplomacy with China is not working. Strangely, none of our readouts on recent high-level conversations with China have even mentioned the Medog project.
July 29, 2025 13:50 IST

China has leveraged its advantage as a predominantly upper riparian vis-à-vis its neighbours and has mostly withheld meaningful cooperation with downstream countries.

This is the front page of The Indian Express published on July 28, 1985.
July 28, 2025 08:02 IST

This is the front page of The Indian Express published on July 28, 1985.

Express View on ICJ verdict on climate obligations: A welcome nudge
July 28, 2025 07:33 IST

Though not binding, it could push rich countries to do more to check global warming.

Express View on trade pacts and agriculture: Carry forward the momentum
July 28, 2025 07:32 IST

The pact is marked by a confident approach of export proactiveness rather than import defensiveness. A similar tone is required in deals with other countries.

US courts might well upset the best laid plans of mice and men. Continued uncertainty is the only certainty.
July 28, 2025 11:07 IST

There is an overlooked event that could easily make these deals moot and plunge the tariff discussions into more uncertainty.

National Sports Governance Bill, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), BCCI, Supreme Court, editorial, Indian express, opinion news, current affairs
July 26, 2025 07:32 IST

There are, however, fears of government overreach and the question of appointing the right people, free of conflicts of interest or bias, to head the organisation

President’s Rule, Manipur President’s Rule, Rajya Sabha, Amit Shah, President’s Rule in Manipur, Indian express news, current affairs
July 26, 2025 07:23 IST

Three key issues require urgent resolution: Free movement, the relocation of internally displaced persons, and the circulation of weapons

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