Topics Archive

Is China in Their Sights?

As the G7 leaders prepare to meet in Hiroshima this May, is their agenda focussed on China's growing military and economic power?

US Presidential Elections 2024

As the election scene in the U.S. heats up, the countdown to the most-watched elections on the globe begins!

Welcoming Back Into the Fold?

The Syrian Arab Republic has been reinstated in the Arab League. How did this come about?

Divorce Decision: an Advance in Approach

Trying to stay contemporary with laws that directly impinge society, the Apex court is trying to make divorce laws more in tune with the times.

Turkiye: End of an Era?

Is the Erdogan era coming to an end? We will know on May 14th.

NSA Conclave: a New Security Alignment?

The unprecedented getting together of NSAs of the U.S., Saudi Arabia, UAE and India has invoked a great deal of interest. Does it augur new alignments?

Why is Manipur Burning?

Historical entrenched differences boiled to the surface as politically motivated concessions triggered deadly violence.

Cutting the Afghan Gordian Knot

That things are seriously deteriorating in Afghanistan was made clear when under Chinese guidance, Pakistan and Afghan representatives met in Islamabad.

Thaw at the Sco?

Recently the defence ministers of India and China met on the sidelines of the SCO Summit. This came as border tensions between them reached an all-time high.

Russia-Iran: a Sanctions Proof Corridor

‘Sanctions free corridor’ that Russia and Iran are aspiring for to extend their trade to the markets of India.

Putting the Past Behind

Historically at daggers drawn, South Korea and Japan are compelled by geopolitical pressures to seek an alliance.

Salvaging a Deteriorating Situation

On 1st May crisis talks on Afghanistan opened led by the UN. This should have taken place a long time ago.

The South Pacific: an Emerging Battleground?

With Chinese making rapid progress in expanding its influence over the South Pacific, the U.S. is returning to this long-neglected geography.

IWT-taking a Firm Stand

India’s notice to Pakistan seeking to review the 62-year-old Indus Water Treaty is a significant step in the long-standing dispute over water sharing.

Amul Vs Nandini: Crying Over Split Milk?

As Karnataka gets closer to the election date of May 10, politically motivated controversies dominate the public narrative

Shifting Antipodean Geopolitical Stance

Fast-changing power dynamics of the Indo-Pacific have compelled Australia to review its defence posture.

Norway’s Salmon Tax: Can Resource Rent Tax Work?

Norway's salmon tax is a real-life example of taxing a lucrative aquaculture industry using ocean resources.

U.S. and India: Strengthening the Alliance?

Is the acknowledgement of the commonalities of challenges faced by India and the U.S. by the Commander of the powerful USINDOPACOM

Brazil: Tacking Against the Wind?

In a bold move, Brazilian President Lula called to question the American role in extending the war in Ukraine. Will it backfire?

Simmering Embers of Disaffection?

The recent incidents triggered by Khalistan separatists at home and abroad are something the Indian state can scarcely ignore.