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The drumbeats of conflict in the Middle East, specifically the looming specter of strikes involving Iran, have sent a predictable but no less jarring tremor through global markets. As fuel shortages manifest from the local pumps of East Africa to the industrial hubs of Europe, the world is reminded of the fragile tether connecting global peace to economic survival.
While rare earth minerals have become essential for future growth, it’s distribution across the world is not even. It becomes more challenging for countries to make a balance when major powers like China holds almost 80% of its share.
As global multilateralism faces growing strain and major international institutions encounter challenges, regional cooperation frameworks such as BIMSTEC are gaining renewed relevance. Bringing together seven countries of the Bay of Bengal region, BIMSTEC provides a focused platform to address shared developmental and security challenges through efficient consensus-building and practical cooperation. Anchored in the BIMSTEC Bangkok Vision 2030, the grouping is…
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For three decades, a 315-meter ghost has haunted the canyons of the Far-West. The Pancheshwar…
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At a time when global trade tensions are escalating in Taiwan and the AI threat is overshadowing the world, the USA’s tilt in the Eastern Hemisphere points toward China’s growing global impact. The Iran-US war has surely caused a dent in China’s economic progress, but ideologically and politically it has gained an upper hand.
The Rashtriya Swatantrata Party’s historic victory in the elections of March 2026 (B.S. 2082/83) has marked a new era in Nepali politics. RSP’s Balendra Shah’s win over K.P Sharma Oli of Communist Party symbolises people’s rejection of old political regime in the country.
In a significant step toward deepening bilateral engagement, Vice-President of Guyana Bharrat Jagdeo called on the Vice-President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan at Uprashtrapati Bhavan today. The high-level meeting reaffirmed the shared commitment of both nations to strengthen cooperation across a wide spectrum of sectors.
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Japan’s landmark decision to ease long-standing restrictions on defence exports marks a decisive shift from…
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India and Vietnam have elevated their relationship to an Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, setting an ambitious $25 billion trade target by 2030. Following high-level talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi…
The India–Republic of Korea MSME agreement, signed during the visit of Lee Jae Myung, marks a strategic shift toward inclusive economic cooperation, positioning small businesses, innovation, and resilient supply chains…
Suresh K. Reddy, the Indian Ambassador to Cairo, met with Dr. Mohamed Farid Saleh, the Egyptian Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, to discuss ways to enhance economic, trade, and…
In a move signaling growing economic engagement, India is exploring expanded investment opportunities in Egypt following high-level talks between Egyptian Deputy Prime Minister Hussein Issa and Indian Ambassador to Cairo…
Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, arrived in Tokyo on Wednesday for a two-day official visit aimed at deepening economic ties between India's most populous state and Japan. The…
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Rising temperatures, recurring climate disasters, water stress, biodiversity degradation and increasing socio-economic vulnerabilities have transformed climate change from a purely environmental challenge into a geopolitical reality
Rising geopolitical tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran are intensifying the air quality crisis across West and South Asia. Beyond health and agriculture, the crisis is reshaping global…
Sustainability in global trade is a core determinant of competitiveness, risk management, and long-term value creation, which earlier may have been simply classified as a peripheral ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance)…
Dr. Manal Awad, Minister of Local Development and Environment, received Shri Kirtivardan Singh, Minister of State for External Affairs, Environment, Forests, and Climate Change of the Republic of India, to…
Speaking at the ‘Environment, COP-30 and Global Health’ session during the BRICS Summit in Brazil, Prime Minister Modi expressed appreciation for the leadership of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da…
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In the evolving landscape of global agri-trade, tea remains one of Africa’s most enduring and culturally significant exports. Among the companies redefining Africa’s premium tea presence on the world stage…
Digital Transformation of Africa’s Agricultural Sector: Need to have Challenges understood, Priorities drawn and Strategies worked out, in the era of globalization and digitalised economy
Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, Chairperson of the M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation and former Deputy Director-General at the World Health Organization (WHO), on Thursday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his unwavering…
Digital transformation of Namibia’s Agri-Food Sector: Unlocking potential, empowering smallholders, and creating jobs for rural youth, synergizing STAS 2025 and Digital Namibia Strategy 2021through AgriTech Startups in Rural Areas
Shri Chouhan extended his gratitude to ICAR on behalf of the 800 million Indians who rely on the public distribution system, as well as the international community that depends on…
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The climate crisis is not only an environmental issue but also a question of justice, inequality, and global power. While vulnerable nations suffer the worst impacts despite contributing the least…
In the serene landscapes of Thimphu, India and Bhutan took another decisive step in their decades-long partnership this week. During a high-level bilateral meeting, both nations agreed to enhance cooperation…
Union Minister of Power Manohar Lal on Monday inaugurated the Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Regulatory Affairs in the Power Sector at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, calling…
The global climate crisis and the urgent need for a clean energy transition have reshaped the foundations of international diplomacy. In this new paradigm, strategic alliances are increasingly forged not…
India and Nepal have taken another decisive step in strengthening their fast-growing energy partnership. The two neighbours signed agreements this week to build two major cross-border power transmission lines, marking…
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Saudi Arabia reopen umrah pilgrimage
After seven months Saudi Arabia reopen the Muslim holy places umrah pilgrimage, with extensive health precautions.
Afghan Youth push for a role in post-conflict reconstruction of their country
A Virtual Roundtable Discussion on ‘Peace Process in Afghanistan : Role of Women & Youth in Post-Conflict Reconstruction’. The session was chaired by Ambassador Anil Trigunayat (IFS RETD), Member, Governing Council, Raisina House and Former Indian Ambassador to Jordan, Libya & Malta and H.E. Mr. Mohammed Naim Taher Qaderi, Minister Plenipotentiary, Chargé D’ Affaires of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan to India delivered the Keynote Address.
China, India agree to stop troop deployment along disputed border
A joint press release said both sides had agreed to “avoid misunderstandings and misjudgments”, and “refrain from unilaterally changing the situation on the ground”.
A message of resistance to US at UNGA by President Hassan Rouhani
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani used his speech at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday to denounce American pressure and send a message of resistance and resilience to the United States, signaling no matter the pressure, the Islamic Republic will refuse to budge.
Former rebel military commander Ishmael Toroama elected as Bougainville president
Ishmael Toroama is set to lead independence talks for the autonomous territory in the remote east of Papua New Guinea.
Peruvian President Martin Vizcarra addresses UN General Assembly
Peruvian President Martin Vizcarra delivered a virtual speech at the Plenary Meeting of the 75th United Nations General Assembly currently underway in New York City.
Peru: A leading tourist attraction in South America
Machu Picchu is one of the human constructions that arouses great interest in the world. Its imposing and enigmatic architecture —built entirely in stone on a steep mountain— as well as the comforting energy
Oktoberfest canceled — Will Germany’s Christmas markets be canceled
After Oktoberfest, Germany’s annual Christmas markets are among the most famous annual events in the country. Christmas markets traditionally begin in late November or early December and run until Christmas Day.
Welcome investors – President Ali
“Guyana is open to investments, we are open to investors…in a transparent manner,” President Ali asserted during a joint press conference on Friday with US Secretary of State Michael Pompeo.
Reviewing ban on Guyana catfish
High-level discussions with Guyana’s President Dr Irfaan Ali, the US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has committed his Government to reviewing the ban on catfish which was imposed early 2017 under the Granger-led administration