The Permanent Missions of India, Brazil and South Africa convened an event titled “Women-led Development and South-South Cooperation – Success Stories from the IBSA Fund” on March 12, 2026, during …
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India Calls for Peace, Stability, and Greater Humanitarian Support for Afghanistan at UN Security Council
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 8 minutes readIndia reiterated its strong support for “peace and stability” in Afghanistan, emphasizing that sustained international engagement is essential to support the country’s development and humanitarian needs. Speaking at a United …
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Fourth Dr. Hansa Mehta Memorial Lecture Focuses on Breaking Barriers for Women: UNGA President Baerbock Highlights Mehta’s Legacy
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 6 minutes readThe fourth edition of the Dr. Hansa Mehta Memorial Lecture was held on March 6, 2026, at the United Nations Headquarters, in New York, focusing on the theme “Breaking Barriers …
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IMF’s Dan Katz Warns Middle East Escalation Could Impact Global Economy, While AI and Shifting Trade Links Shape 2026 Outlook
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 10 minutes readThe recent escalation in the Middle East could significantly influence the global economy, although the scale of the impact remains uncertain, International Monetary Fund (IMF) First Deputy Managing Director Dan …
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Sen. Angela Alsobrooks Highlights Economic Opportunity, Small Business Support, and HBCUs at Milken Institute Finance Conference
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 6 minutes readU.S. Senator from Maryland Angela Alsobrooks described Maryland as a “great state,” emphasizing that her top priority in the Senate is expanding economic opportunity for residents across the state. Speaking …
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UN Chief António Guterres Urges De-Escalation After U.S., Israel Strikes on Iran, Warns of ‘Grave Threat’ to Global Peace
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 5 minutes readSecretary-General of the United Nations António Guterres has called for strict adherence to international law and an immediate halt to hostilities following military strikes by the United States and Israel …
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The Met Showcases “Household Gods: Hindu Devotional Prints, 1860–1930” Exhibition
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 3 minutes readMetropolitan Museum of Art is presenting “Household Gods: Hindu Devotional Prints, 1860–1930,” an exhibition on view in four rotations from January 24, 2026, through June 27, 2027. According to the …
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U.S. Launches Military Action in Iran as Indian American Lawmakers Question Legality of Strike
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 9 minutes readIndian American lawmakers strongly criticized the United States military strike on Tehran on February 28, 2026, arguing that only Congress has the constitutional authority to declare war. The coordinated combat …
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Indiaspora Forum 2026 in Bengaluru to Convene Global Leaders on AI, Climate, Geopolitics and Diaspora Impact
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 4 minutes readIndiaspora, a leading nonprofit organization, will host the Indiaspora Forum in Bengaluru, India, from March 22 to 25, 2026, bringing together influential leaders and innovators from around the world to …
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IMF Reaches Staff-Level Agreement with Nepal Under ECF, Flags Financial Sector Risks and 3–3.5% Growth Outlook
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 3 minutes readThe International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a staff-level agreement with Nepal following two weeks of discussions in Kathmandu, signaling continued engagement under the country’s Extended Credit Facility (ECF) program …