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Rishabh Bhandari
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Exit Prince Andrew: Could this be a new era of accountability for the British royals?Sign In to read
November 03, 2025 11:42 IST
The stripping of Andrew’s title became unavoidable for King Charles and emphasises the need for a wider reset between the monarchy and the public
Mon, Nov 03, 2025
Keir Starmer’s Labour’s lost — it could do with a shot of boldnessSubscriber Only
July 08, 2025 17:47 IST
As a disgruntled Jeremy Corbyn-aligned faction on the left forms a new party, adding to the ruling party’s woes, the UK PM needs to embrace a more radical transformation to tackle Britain’s structural weaknesses
Tue, Jul 08, 2025
Amidst global trade turbulence, India-UK FTA sets an important exampleSubscriber Only
May 07, 2025 11:41 IST
As the world grapples with the uncertainty created by the Trump tariffs, the landmark India-UK trade deal offers economic hope and highlights the virtue of problem-solving through mutual respect and collaboration
Wed, May 07, 2025
How Putin’s war, economic struggles, and migration issues led to an electoral swerve in GermanySubscriber Only
February 24, 2025 11:32 IST
Against the backdrop of economic and political turmoil, German voters have delivered a key verdict with resonance at home and overseas -- the Centre-right Christian Democratic Union has emerged as the largest party but without a majority, with the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) emerging as the second largest party.
Mon, Feb 24, 2025
With Elon Musk becoming Keir Starmer’s chief critic, the task ahead for the Labour PartySubscriber Only
January 09, 2025 14:39 IST
Realpolitik demands that Starmer adapts his style to embrace more directness and find some common ground quickly with Musk — and by extension, Trump too. Otherwise, he only has to look at Justin Trudeau to gauge the downside risks of living in an ivory tower
Thu, Jan 09, 2025
Trump’s historic return sets the scene for greater American exceptionalismSubscriber Only
November 06, 2024 17:36 IST
Given the current climate of geo-political uncertainty, allies across the globe should take note and recalibrate where necessary. The hope is that Trump can help to resolve entrenched conflicts but the off-setting risk remains an increase in volatility
Thu, Nov 07, 2024
In riot-hit Britain, first real test for Keir Starmer’s governmentSubscriber Only
August 06, 2024 14:00 IST
A vast majority of Britons stand for tolerance and compassion. But the riots also reveal that the far-right’s influence has gained traction and it is no longer a passive bystander in British politics
Wed, Aug 07, 2024
Historic landslide victory for Labour Party: What should Starmer prioritise in government?Subscriber Only
July 05, 2024 16:03 IST
As an exhausted Tory party cedes office, the result speaks to the voter desire for renewal. Starmer's challenge will lie in articulating a positive vision for the future amid sluggish economic productivity and tightened finances
Sat, Jul 06, 2024
Rwanda Bill can give flight to Tory aspirationsSubscriber Only
April 29, 2024 09:12 IST
If Sunak is able to operationalise this policy despite the odds, it will signal to voters that the Tories are capable of delivering on seemingly intractable issues.
Mon, Apr 29, 2024
The underlying message of Pakistan’s post-election uncertaintySubscriber Only
February 14, 2024 07:07 IST
If Pakistan is to realise its potential, it must get out from under the shadow of the army and allow civilian governance to flourish
Tue, Feb 20, 2024
Rishi Sunak’s radical reshuffle: Why sacking Suella Braverman and bringing David Cameron back may not be enoughSubscriber Only
November 13, 2023 18:20 IST
Sunak’s cabinet reshuffle marks an attempt to reset the narrative. But with a general election next year, he needs to articulate a long-term vision for the UK.
Wed, Nov 15, 2023
On one year of Rishi Sunak: He needs to articulate a hopeful vision for votersSubscriber Only
October 23, 2023 07:15 IST
Sunak performed better than his recent predecessors. But his challenge will be to balance growth with stability
Mon, Oct 23, 2023
In suspending Gary Lineker over a tweet, BBC betrays an analogue attitude in a digital ageSubscriber Only
March 13, 2023 13:33 IST
Behind the uproar surrounding Gary Lineker, the truth remains that Britain needs a debate about asylum seekers that combines compassion with hard-headed solutions
Tue, Mar 14, 2023
In brief, chaotic Truss premiership, lessons for UK’s next governmentSubscriber Only
October 21, 2022 17:16 IST
The next PM will need to stitch together a broad Tory coalition. Voters and markets have signalled that stability is a necessary precondition for growth
Mon, Oct 24, 2022
Rishabh Bhandari writes: The challenge for PM Liz TrussSubscriber Only
September 13, 2022 04:22 IST
Rishabh Bhandari writes: If Truss seeks to reset Britain’s political direction, she will have to be bold. She should not be shy about introducing truly conservative policies that are capable of promoting transformative change
Tue, Sep 13, 2022
Boris Johnson’s failures as a leader are catching up with him as the UK political crisis intensifiesSubscriber Only
July 07, 2022 03:35 IST
Rishabh Bhandari writes: While Britain has a conservative administration, it lacks conservative policies that are capable of promoting transformative change. It is clear that Britain needs fresh leadership for renewal
Thu, Jul 07, 2022
How the Tories can survive their current crisisSubscriber Only
April 14, 2022 04:00 IST
Rishabh Bhandari writes: Lockdown fines for Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak have forced the British government on the defensive. But cost-of-living crisis remains the real challenge
Thu, Apr 14, 2022
With UK plunged into cost of living crisis, government must recapture the narrativeSubscriber Only
October 11, 2021 03:20 IST
Rishabh Bhandari writes: Tories should be bold in pressing forward with a reformist mindset and PM Boris Johnson needs to make the case for a global Britain that remains open for business.
Tue, Oct 12, 2021
Brexit’s AftershocksSubscriber Only
June 27, 2016 00:02 IST
EU must confront its failures, far right movements in Europe will become stronger.
Mon, Jun 27, 2016Blueprints for the stateSubscriber Only
November 04, 2013 04:14 IST
In the UK,the outcry over energy prices could be the beginning of battles to come
Mon, Nov 04, 2013Closed for businessSubscriber Only
August 08, 2013 03:55 IST
The UKs populist visa bond scheme could damage its long-term interests
Thu, Aug 08, 2013Money trails,less opaqueSubscriber Only
June 12, 2013 01:51 IST
The cash-for-questions scandal in Britain underscores the need for transparency in lobbying
Wed, Jun 12, 2013Austerity and the outsiderSubscriber Only
March 29, 2013 03:37 IST
Britain needs a grown-up debate on immigration,not tabloid scaremongering
Fri, Mar 29, 2013Between growth and austeritySubscriber Only
June 11, 2012 02:56 IST
Europes challenge is to balance the necessity of cuts with a message of hope for the electorate
Mon, Jun 11, 2012Disinvestment would unlock PSUs’ valueSubscriber Only
March 21, 2011 03:09 IST
fe@campus,a collaborative and cynosure initiative taken by The Financial Express in sync with a variety of higher education institutes representing todays youth,provides students an opportunity to pen their views on trends and trendsetters in the world of business.
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