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The Explained Desk of The Indian Express writes analyses and explanatory articles on a range of topics, including current affairs, politics, global events, sports, health and...
The Explained Desk of The Indian Express writes analyses and explanatory articles on a range of topics, including current affairs, politics, global events, sports, health and lifestyle.
June 17, 2026
This comes just over eight years after USPACOM had been renamed by the first Donald Trump administration. Here’s what to know about its history and geopolitical significance in terms of engagement with China and the future of the Quad.
June 17, 2026June 10, 2026
Meenakshi Natarajan Row Explained: The Returning Officer said that the Congress leader had submitted an “incomplete affidavit in Form 26 and concealed material facts” related to a court case pending against her.
June 12, 2026June 9, 2026
Once operational, this 14.15-km stretch will become India's longest road tunnel and provide all-weather connectivity between Kashmir and Ladakh. While the tunnel greatly reduces travel time, the project has faced delays in the past.
June 10, 2026June 8, 2026
“Hydra” can be traced back to Greek mythology, in the name of a multi-headed snake-like monster. Why did Telangana CM Revanth Reddy speak about Hydra?
June 9, 2026June 7, 2026
During the launch, Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said that the blended fuel is meant for specially designed flex-fuel vehicles and not for normal petrol vehicles. Here’s what to know.
June 7, 2026June 6, 2026
Cockroach Janta Party at Jantar Mantar: The story of Jantar Mantar as a protest site begins in 1993. Here's what happened then, and what has happened since
June 6, 2026May 31, 2026
The size of the moon, as perceived from earth, is dependent on its location within its elliptical orbit around the earth. And, not all blue moons are as rare as the name implies.
June 1, 2026May 30, 2026
The US claimed to have 'obliterated' Iran’s nuclear capabilities during its June 2025 strikes, but a large part of the highly enriched uranium is believed to have survived. This remains the biggest US concern amid the ceasefire negotiations.
May 30, 2026May 29, 2026
Amit Shah also highlighted the Centre’s 2021 decision to expand the BSF’s jurisdiction from 15 km to 50 km from the border.
May 30, 2026May 28, 2026
Why has Congress decided to change the Karnataka CM now? How has this move played out for the BJP in the past?
May 30, 2026May 26, 2026
The foreign ministers from India, the US, Japan, and Australia are meeting in New Delhi under the grouping to discuss maritime security, energy concerns, critical minerals, and Indo-Pacific cooperation amid rising geopolitical tensions. Here is what to know
May 27, 2026May 24, 2026
The Cockroach Janta Party first surfaced less than 10 days ago. Why have its accounts been blocked, and how have political players — both in government and Opposition — read its rise? Here is what to know.
May 26, 2026May 17, 2026
Ebola Virus Outbreak 2026: Medical experts say that both treatment and prevention for Ebolavirus are limited to a single strain, which is not the one causing the current outbreak. Here’s what to know.
May 19, 2026May 10, 2026
After a state’s elections are over, how soon does a new government have to be formed, and what happens if that timeline is breached? We explain.
May 11, 2026May 7, 2026
Tamil Nadu has a history of films being used as a medium of political messaging. Vijay rode his screen popularity to a victory, but not all actors have seen political success in Tamil Nadu — and beyond.
May 7, 2026May 6, 2026
If an election doesn’t throw up a clear winner, how does the Governor decide whom to invite to form the government? What are the guidelines, and the controversies?
May 7, 2026May 4, 2026
Vijay’s foray into politics had several speed bumps. Just about six years ago, when his parents attempted to launch his political career, he took them to court. He formally launched the TVK in 2024.
May 6, 2026May 4, 2026
Chief Minister N Rangaswamy retained his seat in Thattanchavady and is set to serve a historic fifth term in the post. Here is what to know about the man, dubbed ‘Junior Kamaraj’.
May 5, 2026May 4, 2026
West Bengal, Kerala and Tripura have had communist governments in the past. Here is a brief history of how they came to power and their more recent decline.
May 5, 2026May 4, 2026
Over the last five decades, the Dravidian parties have alternated power without any interruption. This streak has broken, with the TVK emerging as the single-largest party in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, winning 108 seats.
May 6, 2026May 4, 2026
How a strange verbal tic in OpenAI's model revealed something important about how AI systems are trained.
May 4, 2026May 3, 2026
The 2026 edition took place today at New York City’s Metropolitan Museum of Art. How did it begin, and why does the event matter? Here’s what to know.
May 5, 2026May 3, 2026
How exactly do AC fires happen, and what can be done to prevent them in the summer months, when the possibility of such accidents increases?
May 4, 2026May 2, 2026
As the world marks the 15th anniversary of the raid, the operation remains a landmark moment in modern military history. We recall
May 4, 2026May 1, 2026
The indictment of James Comey on federal charges after posting an image of seashells arranged to spell “86 47” on Instagram has raised concerns about the use of the US justice system for political retribution.
May 3, 2026
