16 Heat of Power
The ascent of a maverick crown prince throws Saudi Arabia’s delicate internal balance
and regional position into turmoil . An analysis by former diplomat Talmiz Ahmad.
24 Hard Pressed in TN
The recent arrest of a cartoonist in Tamil Nadu is far from a one-off. The state’s history is
rife with instances of political leaders gagging the press.
28 Entry-level Questions
Leaked papers were sold to candidates appearing for examinations for appointment to the
lower judiciary in Haryana. Rs 1 crore was the asking rate.
40 Flawed Forensics
The new turn taken by the Ryan International murder case is only the tip of the iceberg
when it comes to incompetent criminal investigation in the country.
52 Digital Abductor Alert
An extortionist is on the prowl. And this time, data is being hijacked for money.
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