The looming U.S. government shutdown is more than a domestic budget dispute. It reflects chronic political dysfunction, where debt-ceiling brinkmanship and hyper-partisan tactics repeatedly threaten governance, public services, and global economic stability, exposing Washington’s inability to prioritize long-term responsibility over politics.
Read MoreBy Sanjeev Oak Donald Trump’s 20-point Gaza plan promises ceasefire, disarmament, reconstruction, and governance transition. But beneath its bold packaging lies an old dilemma: can imposed blueprints deliver peace, or is this just another election-season mirage dressed as Middle East diplomacy? Donald Trump, flanked by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu,
Read MoreU.S. Treasury chief Scott Bessent’s warning — no new tariffs on China over Russian oil unless Europe moves first — marks a pivotal shift. Sanctions are no longer American edicts; their bite now hinges on Europe’s will to bear the pain.
Read MoreAs the U.S. Fed prepares a September rate cut, recession signals flash — unemployment is rising, demand is faltering, and tariffs are distorting trade. This pivot isn’t confidence—it’s desperation, and its ripple effects could jolt economies worldwide, including India.
Read MoreAmerica’s economic slowdown is no accident. Tariffs, incoherent policies and political theatrics have weakened growth, jobs and consumer confidence. Hard data flagged by Fitch shows inflationary strain and faltering demand—Washington’s missteps now threaten not just the U.S. but global stability.
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