Bihar elections: From catalyst to stabilising force, CPI(ML) bets on pragmatism over ideological rigidity

The CPI(ML) has shifted from fierce opposition to the RJD, particularly regarding caste violence and the reign of Mohammad Shahabuddin, to becoming a key player in Bihar’s Mahagathbandhan. The party’s pragmatic approach, evident in its role in forging alliances and supporting Tejashwi Yadav, marks a significant evolution, balancing ideology with electoral realities to counter the…

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Debt alarm: US national debt hits record $37 trillion, pace doubles with trillion added every five months

The US national debt has surpassed $37 trillion, exceeding pre-pandemic forecasts due to Covid-19 spending and recent tax cuts. Experts warn that this rapid debt accumulation will lead to higher interest rates, reduced private sector investment, and increased borrowing costs for Americans, urging policymakers to take swift action to address the growing financial strain.

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The fraying fabric of the American Dream: Why success feels further out of reach than ever in US

Once the cornerstone of American identity, the American Dream now stands on fragile ground. With soaring inflation, stagnant wages, crushing student debt, and widening inequality, the path to prosperity feels increasingly narrow. Once built on fairness and opportunity, the Dream now mirrors a race for survival—raising the question of whose dream it truly remains today.

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UK Islamophobia Definition Row: Deputy PM Angela Rayner backs down amid backlash over de-facto ‘blasphemy law’

The controversy erupted after Rayner’s office launched a consultation to craft an official government definition of Islamophobia, appointing a 16-member working group known as the “Islamophobia Council” to tackle anti-Muslim hatred. The proposed working definition, based on a 2018 parliamentary report, described Islamophobia as “a type of racism targeting expressions of Muslimness.”

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