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Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Jiski lathi, uski foreign policy! Five lessons from Iran-Israel conflict
Jiski lathi, uski foreign policy! Five lessons from Iran-Israel conflict Chetan Bhagat TNN Updated: Jun 28, 2025, 20:26 IST IST The recent Israel-Iran-(US) conflict highlights the raw realities of global power, where military and economic might often overshadow international norms. The US backing of Israel demonstrates strategic alliances driven by mutual benefit, while the UN's influence remains limited against powerful nations. Ultimately, technological advancement and economic strength are crucial for global influence, rendering soft power ineffective in protecting a nation At the time of writing this column, a ceasefire declared in the Israel-Iran-(US) conflict is holding. But given the volatile and fast-moving nature of such geopolitical events, it's hard to say what will happen next. We've all studied geography and history in school. Some of us have gone on to pursue advanced degrees in international relations . Veteran diplomats and think tanks devote all their time to the topic. But none of this quite prepares you for the messy, raw reality of how geopolitics works, especially when powerful nations are involved.


NDTV
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Chetan Bhagat On Sardaar Ji 3 Row: "I Love Diljit Dosanjh, Saying He Should Get No Work In India Is Very Unfair"
Author Chetan Bhagat has come out in support of Punjabi star Diljit Dosanjh, who is in the middle of a raging controversy about the casting of Pakistani star Hania Aamir in his latest film Sardaar Ji 3. The film released in international territories today, skipping an India debut amid India-Pakistan tensions following the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor, a series of retaliatory air strikes by India on Pakistan terror camps. Calls for banning Sardaar Ji 3 and Diljit Dosanjh have strengthened since the trailer, also featuring Hania Aamir, dropped on social media on Sunday. At the NDTV Creators' Manch on Friday, Chetan Bhagat said, "I love Diljit. he is one of the truly exceptionally talented individuals. I admire him. He sticks to his principles. He wanted to be in Bollywood, but he didn't cut his hair... He still became a star. It's not a joke, anyone can get tempted. His music, his concerts, his reels are hilarious." At the event, the author and speaker said banning a film which also belongs to the production crew doesn't make sense. "That film is not Diljit's alone. No film just belongs to the actor. At least 300 people must have worked on the film. Even if you have an issue with Diljit, penalising those people is not fair, so much money has gone into it. Banning a film is too much. You don't like the film, don't watch it. The calls for his boycott are highly unfair." Chetan Bhagat also said, "We don't need to hate anyone to keep our country safe." " Humein Pakistan ke mooh nahin lagna, humein apni country ko safe and secure karna hai (We don't have to engage with Pakistan, we just have to keep our country safe and secure). Look at our level, then look at theirs. We don't need to hate anyone to keep our country safe. If they trouble us, we'll teach them a lesson. Our hate will make them win," he added.


NDTV
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Chetan Bhagat Was Asked About The Most Overrated Book Ever. His Reply
In a self-effacing moment, author and columnist Chetan Bhagat pointed the finger at his own work and himself when he was asked about the most overrated book ever written. Answering rapid-fire questions on the sidelines of NDTV's Creators' Manch on Friday, Mr Bhagat also spoke about the authors he admires, whether AI can replace writers, and why writing in the mountains is not his cup of tea. On the most overrated book ever written, the author was given the option of skipping the question, but he said, "I'm thinking... It's mine. If I say someone else's, I'll get beaten up." "Any specific book?" he was asked, and he replied, "You know, I'm overrated. I'm overrated... It's okay, it's good, but I don't know... the reality is that there are better writers." As the banter continued, Mr Bhagat was asked if there are Indian authors he is jealous of and he said, "Not jealous, but admire. Like Gulzar, Javed Akhtar. There's no question of jealousy; they are very senior. But I really admire them. When I see some of their work, I wish I had done it." Worst Writing Advice? The author, who has been tremendously successful, also said that he looks back at some of his work and thinks he could have done better, even though the books were hits. "My writing has improved. It happens. Once you grow up, you think how stupid you were 10 years ago," he said. Asked about the worst writing advice he has ever heard, the author quipped, "That you need to go away in the mountains and write. No, I can't do that. I need people. I need a city, I need to be able to call an Uber. I can't go to the mountains and write." The author also explained that while artificial intelligence can write non-fiction, it can't generate fiction or something that has any "real emotion" attached to it. "Right now, it's not even close," he said.


Time of India
09-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Chetan Bhagat urges students to embrace challenges
Hubballi: Author Chetan Bhagat emphasised that setbacks and hardships are inevitable aspects of life's journey, and one must confront these challenges while persisting with sustained efforts to attain success. He emphasised that struggles make a person stronger and more resilient in life. He encouraged students to embrace challenges as learning opportunities and stressed that success comes to those who persist despite his motivational speech at the opening ceremony of ' Pleiades-2025 ' techno-cultural fest at KLE Technological University on Friday, he encouraged students to develop their personal understanding of success with authenticity, while maintaining focus and avoiding diversions. Operation Sindoor PM Modi meets NSA, chiefs of armed forces amid spike in tensions with Pak India's air defence systems shoot down Pak drones in J&K, Punjab & Rajasthan Several airports in India to be closed till May 15 - check list He also said that pain and failures are natural in the journey of life, and one should face them and move on to achieve success through long reminded students that overnight success is rare and that sustained effort is crucial for achieving meaningful goals. The author also spoke about the importance of maintaining a positive mindset while facing challenges. Bhagat highlighted the importance of maintaining focus and avoiding unnecessary distractions. He advised them to spend their time wisely and prioritise their author emphasised that each person's definition of success is unique and personal. He urged students to be truthful to themselves while defining their objectives. He also encouraged students to believe in themselves and their abilities. He emphasised that success and happiness require goals, long effort, tolerance of pain, avoiding distractions, mainly social media platforms where marketing companies create content to keep you engaged, and the courage to face failures Shettar, pro-chancellor, KLE Technological University, KLETU VC PG Tewari, registrar BS Anami, dean Sanjay Kotabagi, and others were there at the function.


The Hindu
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Techno-cultural festival Pleiades 2025 from today
The 12th edition of the annual techno-cultural festival Pleiades 2025 will be hosted by KLE Technological University (KLETU) on its BVB Campus in Hubballi from Friday. According to the press release issued by KLETU, the three-day techno-cultural festival will be inaugurated by author and motivational speaker Chetan Bhagat at 10.15 a.m. Pro Chancellor of KLETU Ashok Shettar, Vice-Chancellor Prakash Tewari and others will participate. As part of the festival, a programme to pay tribute to visionary leader B.V. Bhoomaraddi on his 104th birth anniversary will be held on Saturday at 10.15 a.m. in which Asia's fastest blade runner and motivational speaker Shalini Saraswati will speak. Bollywood pop senstation Dhvani Bhanushali will be performing at the festival on Saturday at 5 p.m. and at 10.30 a.m. on Sunday, Join Comicstaan winner Aashish Solanki will perform. This apart, there will be theatre performances by KLE Tech Drama Club, Kannada Balaga and a road show by KLE Tech Motor Sports Club. There will also be technical competitions designed to promote innovation, critical thinking and teamwork, the release said.