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Landslides Caused by Heavy Rains Kill 93, Bury Many Others in Southern India
By Sheikh Saaliq
The landslides hit hilly areas in Kerala state’s Wayanad district early Tuesday, flattening houses, uprooting trees, and destroying bridges.
Assam’s Forest Cover Shrinks as Its Government Flouts Indian Environmental Norms
By Rajeev Bhattacharyya
Despite interventions by courts and green tribunals, the government persists in diverting forest land for commercial and other activities.
Amitabh Mathur on the Tibetan Struggle, Post-Dalai Lama Scenario, and the ‘Tibet Card’
By Sudha Ramachandran
“There is nothing like the Tibet card. And it would be deeply offensive to the Tibetans to think they are mere pawns on the diplomatic chessboard.”
Can India Rise Without South Asia?
By Chietigj Bajpaee
India will need to renew its regional engagement as it seeks to fulfill its global aspirations.
The China Factor in India’s Blooming Relationship With Russia
By Alexander Piechowski
India’s growing relationship with Russia impacts China, but Russia gains more than India does.
India and UK Launch Tech Initiative as New British Foreign Minister Makes His First Official Visit
By Associated Press
New Foreign Secretary David Lammy said his trip to India reflects one of the new government’s top foreign policy priorities: a reset with the Global South.
Building Resilient Critical Minerals Supply Chains for the Quad
By Akshat Singh
To “China-proof” their critical minerals supply chains, Quad nations must improve intra-Quad partnerships, while solidifying trade with other countries.
Turkey’s Moment for a Diplomatic Thaw with India is Yet to Arrive
By Mohamed Zeeshan
Erdoğan is unwilling to abandon his stance on Kashmir. And New Delhi has been uncompromisingly hostile toward any overseas criticism on Kashmir.
The Indian Navy’s Humanitarian Role: Strategic Soft Power in Action
By S.N. Ghormade
The Indian Navy has significantly enhanced India’s soft power through swift and effective disaster response operations.
As Kamala Harris Eyes US Presidency, Reaction in Her Mother’s Native India Is Muted But Tinged With Pride
By Krutika Pathi
Beyond a smattering of references, Harris hasn’t tapped her Indian identity heavily, and her policy portfolio has not focused on India.
Decoding Newly Appointed Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s Visit to Bhutan
By Rishi Gupta
Misri's visit to Thimphu came on his fourth day in office as the foreign secretary, reflecting Bhutan’s strategic primacy in India’s ongoing border conflict with China.
Modi Government Focuses on Jobs Creation in First Budget After Winning Polls
By Sheikh Saliq
The proposed budget includes a $24 billion package for job creation over the next five years.