Africa
India-Africa: Reinforcing Partnerships
Discussing a partnership between India, a country, and Africa, a continent of 54 countries, may sound asymmetrical. Still, two factors justify doing so: empathy and support for Africa in India…
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BRICS 2026 – Implications for a Multipolar World
Recently the French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean Noel Barrot, while meeting the Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar, made an interesting observation that France was heading…
World
ECOSOC President Lok Bahadur Thapa Calls for Stronger Multilateral Action at Council’s 80th Anniversary
President of the Economic and Social Council, Ambassador Lok Bahadur Thapa, emphasized that countries around the world, particularly those in special situations including Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries, and…
Europe
Opinion: Taking on Too Much
Few would have imagined that America’s backyard could be as far away as ten thousand miles away. But in a sudden shift of attention President Donald Trump turned to Diego…
Africa
Opinion: India and the Global South
Introduction India’s relations with countries of the Global South have deep roots in shared histories, common struggles, and mutual aspirations for development and self-reliance. Over the years India’s role has…
Diaspora
The Mountain Where Power Goes to Be Seen
Snow is falling on Davos again, the way it does every January, turning a Swiss ski town into something between a fortress and a film set. Police checkpoints appear overnight.…
Canada
What Zohran Mamdani’s Rise Means for South Asians in the United States
It has been just two weeks since Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as the Mayor of New York City. In that short time, Mamdani has delivered on his promises and…
Afghanistan
U.S. State Department Pauses Immigrant Visa Processing for 75 Countries, Including South Asian Nations
The U.S. State Department has announced a pause in immigrant visa processing for nationals from 75 countries, including several South Asian nations: Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, and Afghanistan. In a…
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Zohran Mamdani Sworn in as New York City’s 112th Mayor, Pledges Inclusive and Expansive Governance
Standing alongside tens of thousands of people gathered at City Hall in Lower Manhattan and braving the January chill beneath what he described as a “resurgent flame of hope,” 34-year-old…
Capitol Hill
Pramila Jayapal Condemns Trump Administration’s Denaturalization Plans, Warns of Threat to U.S. Citizens
Indian American Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (D-WA-07), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement, has strongly criticized the Trump administration’s reported plans to denaturalize U.S. citizens. “I…
Capitol Hill
Jayapal and Fletcher Lead 117 House Democrats Urging DHS to Reverse Halt on Naturalization for Travel Ban Countries
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (D-TX-07) and Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (D-WA-07), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement, led 117 Democratic members of the House of Representatives in…
Central Asia
US Hosts First G20 Sherpa Meeting in Washington, Outlines Economic Priorities for 2026 Presidency
The United States convened the first G20 Sherpa meeting of its 2026 Presidency in Washington on December 15 and 16, 2025, describing the discussions as “successful.” The meeting brought together…
Africa
India and South Africa: Bilateral ties strengthened by the diaspora
India and South Africa share a long, historically rooted relationship shaped by anti-colonial solidarity, shared democratic values, and growing economic cooperation. At the heart of this partnership is the vibrant…
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Spain Defeats India to Claim Ninth Place as South Africa, Ireland and Japan Close Strong at FIH Women’s Junior World Cup
On a day of high-intensity hockey deciding positions nine through 16, India went down fighting to Spain 1-2 to finish 10th, as South Africa, Ireland and Japan also wrapped up…
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England Secures Ninth Place as Australia Records Its Lowest Finish at Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup
Australia, long regarded as a global hockey force, recorded its lowest-ever finish at the FIH Junior Men’s World Cup in Chennai, placing 11th after a 4-2 win over South Africa…
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Germany and Argentina Advance to Quarterfinals as Japan and China Exit Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup
Germany and Argentina booked their places in the quarterfinals of the FIH Hockey World Cup for Junior Men in Tamil Nadu on Monday, while Asian contenders Japan and China bowed…