Mira Patel

Mira Patel has an academic background in international affairs and has worked in research and public policy. You can follow her on Twitter @patelsmira

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Explained: Why George Prescott Bush is making the headlinesSubscriber Only

June 05, 2021 09:08 IST

George Prescott Bush was born into a family dynasty that rivals political heavyweights like the Kennedys and the Gandhis in India. While he would be continuing a four-generation long family legacy in politics, what actually made the headlines has been his willingness to embrace Donald Trump.

Sat, Jun 05, 2021

Where is Donald Trump?Subscriber Only

June 04, 2021 08:53 IST

After losing the presidential election to Joe Biden, Trump has largely disappeared, prompting a flurry of jokes on social media, reminiscent of the barrage of ‘Hillary in the woods’ memes that dominated the internet in the wake of her 2016 election loss.

Fri, Jun 04, 2021

Explained: Why is the world getting closer to Internet from the skies?Subscriber Only

June 02, 2021 21:17 IST

Euroconsult, a leading satellite consultancy firm, estimates that 1,250 satellites will be launched annually this decade, with 70% of them for commercial purposes.

Thu, Jun 03, 2021

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From support to Israel, youth in America are making a generation shift to pro-Palestine thinkingSubscriber Only

May 24, 2021 16:24 IST

For young Americans, the conflict between Israel and Palestine can be viewed through the lens of Israel’s dominant military advantage, shifts in domestic American politics and liberal college ecosystems.

Tue, May 25, 2021

A complex history and layered present: What determines India’s response to military rule in MyanmarSubscriber Only

May 19, 2021 17:14 IST

Myanmar is the gateway to Southeast Asia and as such, a vital trade partner for India and the only neighbour with which India shares both a land and sea border. It is also an important ally in combating extremism and insurgency.

Thu, May 20, 2021

Explained: The possibility of a second Scottish independence referendum and its implicationsSubscriber Only

May 06, 2021 22:12 IST

Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, who leads the pro-independence Scottish National Party (SNP,) has described this election as the most important in her country’s history.

Fri, May 07, 2021

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Behind Biden’s move to recognise the Armenian genocide, a century of rejectionSubscriber Only

May 01, 2021 17:21 IST

Thus far only 30 nations including Brazil, Canada, Lebanon, Cyprus and Syria have acknowledged the genocide publicly.

Sun, Jul 18, 2021

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With US withdrawal from Afghanistan, fears of another ‘Great Game’ sequelSubscriber Only

April 22, 2021 19:23 IST

Due to its geographical positioning and influence on regional stability, the political future of Afghanistan will be of considerable significance to several nations with competing sets of interests as well as to pan-Asian relations as a whole.

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

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From Smallpox to Covid-19: The history of vaccine passports and how it impacts international relationsSubscriber Only

April 15, 2021 16:32 IST

Regarding vaccine passports, the World Health Organisation (WHO) raised concerns surrounding the operational, ethical and diplomatic consequences of allowing certain individuals to avail of privileges that others face hurdles to access.

Fri, Jun 04, 2021

Explained: Small and rich States dominate list of worst hit by Covid-19Subscriber Only

April 02, 2021 22:51 IST

A number of systemic factors are common amongst the nations with the worst records in tackling the pandemic, primarily inadequate healthcare systems and inconsistent government strategies.

Sat, Apr 03, 2021