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Well known Indian journalist M.J. Akbar is the editor of Covert, a fortnightly magazine of current affairs, a blogger and the author of many books, most recently Blood Brothers.

The Great Fallacy of Obamas War

The Great Fallacy of Obama's War

As the president dithers about whether to send 36,000 more troops or 40,000-as if 4,000 will convert potential humili...

Posted 3:17 PM | Nov 13, 2009
How Hillary Won Over India

How Hillary Won Over India

Clinton proved her diplomatic skills in Delhi, says M.J. Akbar, one of India's leading columnists. She knows how to ...

Posted 10:40 AM | Jul 27, 2009
Holbrookes Diplomatic Score

Holbrooke's Diplomatic Score

It looks as if US special envoy Richard Holbrooke has already gotten tough on Pakistan to good effect. Unusually, g...

Posted 8:25 AM | Feb 13, 2009
Holbrookes Dangerous Game in Pakistan

Holbrooke's Dangerous Game in Pakistan

Once a staunch opponent of jihad, Pakistan has turned into a toxic "jelly state" run by theocratic armies. Can Obama'...

Posted 6:22 AM | Feb 4, 2009