Description: The Pahalgam attack, exposing Pakistan’s hostility and internal collusion, could mark India’s tipping point. Kautilya’s Arthashastra may justify a stronger response to this ‘natural enemy.’ The terrorist attack in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), killing and severely injuring many civilian tourists, serves as the most recent reminder of the perpetual threat posed by India’s ‘natural enemy’.
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Description: By delisting the Taliban from its terrorist list, Russia signals a strategic and diplomatic pivot in Afghanistan—but is it a calculated move or a risky concession? On 17 April 2025, the Russian Supreme Court suspended the terrorist status of the Taliban, ending over two decades of the grouping being outlawed on Russian territory.
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Description: As heatwaves scorch classrooms, floods wash away infrastructure, and smog chokes our cities, climate change is no longer a future threat but a frequent disruptor of education.With the onset of April, several states in India, including Odisha, Maharashtra, and Gujarat, have already moved schools to early morning hours. States such as Chhattisgarh and West Bengal have decided to break early for summer vacations to protect children from excessive heat.
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Description: To address its aforementioned long-term structural challenges, China institutionalised the BRI’s restructuring in five ways during the third BRF: greening projects, focusing more on partner countries' debt sustainability,
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Description: Ethiopia’s fragile peace is cracking again—and this time, a wider regional war, looming in the Horn of Africa, could just be one misstep away.The fear of another regional war seems to be looming over the Horn of Africa, backed by a surreal sense of déjà vu in how things unfold. Back in November 2020, a war broke out between the Ethiopian National Defence Force (ENDF) and a coalition of rebel groups led by the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF).
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Description: AI systems such as Large Language Models (LLMs) thrive on large volumes of high-quality datasets. However, the Indian Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act and its rules based on express, informed, and continuous consent pose ethical and practical considerations. This article aims to identify the implications of the DPDP Act’s consent-centric nature on AI development, especially in sectors that require curated, proprietary data.
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Description: At its sixth Summit, BIMSTEC took a decisive step toward tackling transnational crime by strengthening regional security cooperation and partnering with the UNODC The sixth BIMSTEC Summit, though delayed for one year due to Thailand's political conditions, finally took place from 2–4 April 2025 in Bangkok, marking a milestone in the organisation's trajectory toward becoming a more institutionalised and action-oriented regional grouping.
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Description: However, it is the air-launched variant of the missile that has been the greatest disappointment so far and a weakness in India’s missile quiver. At the DRDO and the IAF’s end, there is neither visible advancement in meeting technical benchmarks for an ALCM nor an airborne platform that can deliver it. Further, official statements by the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and the DRDO on prospective or scheduled tests are conspicuously absent.
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Description: Despite his foreign policy achievements, Yoon Suk Yeol will be remembered for weakening Korea's democracy, polarising society, and diminishing his party The former president of South Korea, Yoon Suk Yeol, began his political career on 10 May 2022, to transform ‘the nation that truly belongs to its people’. “I solemnly pledge today that I will do my utmost to elevate Korea into a country that truly belongs to the people.
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Description: Trump tariffs, implemented on goods imported from various countries, have reshaped the global trade landscape. These economic measures have led to price hikes, disruptions in supply chains, and retaliation from affected nations. The consequences of these tariffs continue to influence global markets and diplomatic relations.
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Description: Launched in 2018, Poshan Abhiyaan is India’s flagship initiative to improve nutritional outcomes for children, pregnant women, and lactating mothers. It integrates various nutrition-focused schemes and promotes convergence across sectors. The program uses technology for real-time monitoring and encourages community participation through activities like Poshan Maah. The goal is to reduce stunting, undernutrition, and anemia, empowering future generations with better health and development.
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Description: As quantum computing advances, the encryption shielding nuclear systems could collapse, forcing urgent upgrades to our global defence architecture In today’s digitised world, the security of our most sensitive and vital systems has never been more crucial. Nuclear security stands at the apex, where the safety and control of weapons and materials must be unassailable. Y
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Description: In this impossible world, lie new impossibilities. Free trade agreements between the EU, China and India will create, a combined market size of more than $40 trillion. Add Japan, Australia and ASEAN countries, and it rises to US$50 trillion.
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Description: The United States (US) President Donald Trump’s decision to cancel 83 percent of the programmes of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) worldwide has shocked many developing nations. However, for the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) based in Dharamshala, India, which received 40–50 percent of its budgetary funding from USAID, it has come as a particularly rude shock.
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Description: The Tariffs proposal has sparked intense debate across economic and political circles. Designed to protect American industries, these tariffs could reshape global supply chains, increase consumer prices, and provoke retaliatory measures from trading partners. Analysts argue that while some domestic manufacturers may benefit, the broader economy might face inflationary pressures and slowed growth. The Tariffs could also strain international relationships, affecting everything from agriculture to tech sectors. Businesses are strategizing to adapt, while policymakers weigh the long-term consequence
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Description: On World Health Day 2025, India’s rising C-section rates highlight how financial incentives and cultural factors are turning childbirth into a commercial medical event Childbirth in India presents a story of two worlds: private and public. In private hospitals, mothers can have a luxury setting with individualised attention but also a greater likelihood of surgical intervention.
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Tag: C-Section Surge
Description: Thailand’s crackdown on cyber scams near the Myanmar-Thai border rescues thousands, but systemic gaps and armed group complicity threaten long-term success Nearly 7,000 men and women trapped in cyber scam centers operating near the Myanmar-Thai border have been rescued, drawing significant global attention.
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Description: Har Ghar Jal, under Jal Jeevan Mission, aims to provide piped water to all rural homes by 2024. The scheme ensures clean drinking water, reducing waterborne diseases and improving quality of life in villages.
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Description: India’s Budget 2025 outlines fiscal policies, infrastructure spending, and welfare schemes to boost economic growth. Key focus areas include tax reforms, digital economy push, and job creation. With an emphasis on sustainability and tech innovation, the budget aims to strengthen India’s position as a global economic powerhouse while addressing inflation and rural development.
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Description: Washington’s decision to broker an end to the ongoing Ukraine-Russia war has caused heartburn and backlash from its European allies and Kyiv. The desire for strategic flexibility, which is as much a function of power as it is of agency, explains in part why Washington has shifted its policy on Ukraine and the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO)
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Description: These competing narratives underpin the broader question: Are CBDCs a step toward financial resilience or an experiment in centralised fragility? As different jurisdictions take different paths, the global debate becomes more instructive but, paradoxically, even more ambiguous.
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Description: This meant it offered locally ingrained ideological Islamists, groups and individuals alike, a brand to incubate around. Much like any other policy challenge, in countering terrorism, how policy is constructed for unstructured and disorganised militias is a perpetual battle.
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Description: Highlighting the divide between chemical security and safety, the Bhopal gas tragedy continues to serve as a cautionary tale for strengthening secured chemical warfare in India. In January 2025, four decades after the Bhopal gas tragedy, the Madhya Pradesh High Court finally ordered the removal of the hazardous waste left behind at the disaster site.
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Tag: Lessons from Bhopal
Description: As India’s circular economy activity is projected to reach US$45 billion by 2030 (Kalaari Capital), the transition from a linear production model to a circular one can drive economic growth, job creation, and sustainability-focused innovation. However, liberating this potential requires more than vacuous discourse and gradual policy measures; it demands a fundamental and creative rethinking of how materials and product components are used, reused, and iteratively mined for value.
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Description: working tirelessly towards meeting the United Nations India's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), focusing on reducing poverty, improving education, and ensuring clean water and affordable energy for all. By aligning national policies with global sustainability objectives, India is making strides in tackling inequalities and promoting inclusive growth. Efforts like boosting renewable energy sources, improving healthcare, and advancing gender equality are helping the nation achieve a balanced and sustainable future.
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Tag: India's Sustainable Development Goals
Description: The document has four Chapters: ‘The Arctic Situation and Recent Changes’, ‘China and the Arctic’, ‘China’s Policy Goals and Basic Principles on the Arctic’, and ‘China’s Policies and Positions on Participating in Arctic’. This is followed by a short conclusion.
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Description: South Africa’s G20 presidency must fire the ‘reform gun’–turning pledges on debt relief, climate finance, and trade justice into real action According to Anton Chekov, each element introduced within a literary narrative must serve a purpose. “If in the first act, you have hung a pistol on the wall,” he wrote, “then in the following one, it should be fired.
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Description: The US withdrawal inevitably reopens the debate on the distribution of global climate leadership and whether other major powers are equipped to fill the void left. China has firmly established itself as the dominant industrial force in the energy transition, holding a decisive lead in green technology production: it currently accounts for 41 percent of the world’s installed solar capacity and 55 percent of wind power, alongside control over the lithium-ion battery supply chain, with more than 70 percent of global production.
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Description: An ideal approach would involve prioritising both safety and security. However, a focus on safety can require establishing guidelines and frameworks after years of consultations with stakeholders, like in the case of the 2024 EU Artificial Intelligence Act (AIA). Whereas security may help regulatory expediency as it can be achieved in the short term by enforcing existing cybersecurity frameworks and data protection regulations.
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Tag: Artificial Intelligence
Description: The Women Reservation in India seeks to reserve one-third of seats in the Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies for women, aiming to empower women in the political arena. The bill has sparked significant debates on gender equality, with supporters highlighting its potential to address gender disparities, while critics raise concerns about its implementation. With women playing an increasingly vital role in Indian society, the bill’s passage is seen as a crucial step toward fostering greater political participation and leadership among women in India.
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Description: India US relations have been transforming into a robust strategic partnership, marked by growing cooperation in trade, defence, technology, and regional security. Both democracies have increasingly aligned on global issues, including counterterrorism and climate change. Their shared interests in a free and open Indo-Pacific region, along with people-to-people exchanges, have strengthened ties. As India emerges as a global power, its relationship with the US continues to deepen, bringing economic prosperity and a balanced global order for both nations.
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Description: Last year, this author participated in a project titled ‘Reimagining the Commonwealth. ’ The former Canadian Prime Minister, Stephen Harper, with Adam Jogee, Labour Member of Parliament for Newcastle-under-Lyme, co-chaired the project. The group included the former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Australia, Hon. Alexander Downer AC, and the Chair of the UK All-Party Parliamentary Group for the Commonwealth, Andrew Rosindell.
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Tag: Reimagining the Commonwealth
Description: The South China Sea dispute involves multiple countries, with China asserting control over large areas, which are also claimed by other nations like the Philippines, Vietnam, and Malaysia. This strategic waterway is vital for international trade and has rich natural resources. The territorial disputes have led to heightened tensions, with military confrontations and diplomatic challenges in the region. International efforts are ongoing to resolve the dispute through negotiations.
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Tag: China Sea Dispute
Description: The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Gramin (PMAY-G) focuses on providing pucca houses to rural families living in kutcha dwellings. The scheme aims to improve living conditions and reduce poverty in rural areas. With financial support and community participation, PMAY-G has transformed the rural housing landscape, ensuring dignity and security for millions.
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Tag: Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana Gramin
Description: Bangladesh has ushered in a new era with the appointment of its new Prime Minister. This political shift marks a turning point for the country as it faces pressing challenges in governance, economic growth, and international relations. The new leadership is expected to focus on boosting the economy, enhancing infrastructure, and tackling climate change. As Bangladesh continues to grow as a global player, its foreign relations with neighboring countries like India and China will shape its future trajectory. The new Prime Minister's policies will be crucial in determining Bangladesh's progress and stability.
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Description: India Turkey relation, share a complex yet evolving encompassing trade, diplomacy, and regional cooperation. Both nations engage in collaborative efforts in sectors such as defense, energy, and technology. While their diplomatic ties have faced challenges, particularly due to differences in regional policies, they continue to engage in constructive dialogue. With shared interests in counter-terrorism, economic growth, and cultural exchange, India and Turkey strive for a balanced and cooperative partnership, focusing on mutual benefits in a shifting geopolitical landscape.
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Description: The China border with India spans over 3,400 km, crossing difficult terrains and marking one of the most contentious regions in global geopolitics. The border consists of three sectors: Western (Ladakh), Middle (Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh), and Eastern (Arunachal Pradesh). Tensions have arisen over disputes regarding the Line of Actual Control (LAC), with both nations accusing each other of border encroachments. With increasing military presence and strategic infrastructure development on both sides, the China-India border is a focal point for both nations' defense strategies and diplomatic relations.
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Tag: China Border with India
Description: India Maldives Relations share strong diplomatic and economic ties, with India playing a key role in assisting the Maldives in defense, infrastructure, and climate-related issues. Both nations are enhancing cooperation in trade, tourism, and regional security, with India actively supporting the Maldives in its fight against climate change. This relationship also extends to people-to-people connections, as both countries seek to create a brighter and more sustainable future in the Indian Ocean region.
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Description: The new Chinese fighter aircraft, including the J-20 stealth fighter, showcases China’s increasing technological prowess. These aircraft feature advanced radar systems, superior maneuverability, and stealth capabilities designed to enhance China’s air superiority. The development of these fighters also reflects China’s growing defense ambitions and its efforts to modernize its military. The emergence of such advanced fighter jets has sparked regional concerns, especially in the Indo-Pacific area, influencing defense strategies globally.
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Tag: New Chinese Fighter Aircraft
Description: The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, provide a shared blueprint for achieving peace, prosperity, and sustainability for all by 2030. These goals address global challenges such as poverty, inequality, climate change, environmental degradation, and peace and justice. Each goal is interconnected and requires cooperation across nations, governments, businesses, and individuals. From promoting gender equality to providing quality education and ensuring clean energy, the SDGs offer a comprehensive framework for a better world. Achieving them requires concerted efforts at all levels of society.
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Tag: 17 Sustainable Development Goals
Description: BRICS, an influential bloc of emerging economies comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, is set to expand with the inclusion of new members. The decision aims to strengthen global South cooperation and create a more diverse and representative international community. As the world shifts towards multipolarity, the addition of new BRICS New members is expected to enhance the group’s role in addressing key global challenges, including economic inequality, climate change, and geopolitical tensions.
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Description: India and Canada have enjoyed a long-standing relationship, driven by shared values like democracy, pluralism, and economic cooperation. With a significant Indian diaspora in Canada, both nations continue to build bridges in trade, innovation, and education. Recent diplomatic efforts have focused on addressing mutual concerns and fostering growth through initiatives in technology, sustainable development, and cultural exchange. The future of India Canada relations is poised for greater collaboration in global forums and regional security issues.
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Description: Air pollution in Delhi NCR remains one of the most pressing environmental issues in India. With toxic smog levels during winter, the region faces serious health consequences. Learn about the government’s initiatives and community efforts aimed at reducing air pollution and improving urban air quality.
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Tag: Air Pollution in Delhi NCR
Description: The Act East Policy is India’s strategic initiative to deepen its engagement with the Asia-Pacific region. It focuses on fostering economic, cultural, and security partnerships with ASEAN nations, Japan, and the broader Indo-Pacific area for mutual growth and prosperity.
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Description: The PM Awas Yojana aims to provide affordable housing for all by 2022. This government scheme focuses on urban and rural housing development, ensuring that low-income families have access to quality homes with basic amenities and improved infrastructure.
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Tag: PM Awas Yojana
Description: The Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme is a government initiative that targets the welfare of girls in India. It promotes the importance of girl child education and the protection of women’s rights. The scheme has been instrumental in improving the sex ratio and empowering young girls nationwide.
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Tag: Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme
Description: Anjali Birla, a promising figure in Indian politics, exemplifies the rise of youth in governance. As the daughter of Speaker Om Birla, she has made significant strides in public service. Explore her journey, initiatives, and contributions to India's political landscape.
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Tag: Anjali Birla
Description: Bangladesh India relations have evolved into a robust partnership centered on trade, security, and regional development. Both countries share historical ties, cultural exchange, and common interests in areas like energy, transportation, and agriculture. Their collaboration is vital for the stability of South Asia, especially in tackling issues like climate change, migration, and water resources. Learn about the progress in diplomatic relations and the challenges that lie ahead for Bangladesh and India.
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Tag: Bangladesh India Relations