But the French president, Emmanuel Macron, took political chic to new heights at Davos recently by sporting blue aviator sunglasses indoors. This did not stop Macron’s rivals like the president of the United States of America, Donald Trump, from having a field day. Narula,PatialaSir — The invitations sent out to some 50 countries to join the Board of Peace appear heavy on symbolism but light on clarity. Gregory Fernandes,MumbaiSir — The Donald Trump administration has invited India, along with around 50 other countries, to join the Board of Peace intended to facilitate Gaza’s transition to normalcy. The future of literary festivals in India will depend on meaningful alternatives for dialogue on literature.

Source: The Telegraph January 23, 2026 02:51 UTC