India-Pakistan Exchange Nuclear Installation Lists
India and Pakistan exchanged lists of nuclear installations under a 1988 pact on Jan 1, 2025, a key confidence-building measure. Read the full details and implications of this annual ritual.
Category : Diplomacy
Ex-Diplomat Suresh Goel on India-Bangladesh Political Dialogue
Former diplomat Suresh K. Goel highlights the need for normal political dialogue between India and Bangladesh, discussing PM Hasina's visit and shared interests. Read more on the future of bilateral ties.
India-Pakistan exchange nuclear installation lists
India and Pakistan exchanged lists of nuclear installations under a 1988 pact, a key confidence-building measure. This marks the 35th uninterrupted annual exchange since 1992.
India-China 2025 Reset: Trade Jumps, Deficit Widens
Five years after Galwan, India and China resume talks & trade. But the 2025 thaw is a tactical detente, not trust. Exports rise 90%, yet deficit nears $106bn. Can this fragile calm last?
China-US Rivalry Intensifies in Latin America
Beijing signals it won't retreat from Latin America, countering Trump's Monroe Doctrine revival. New policy paper & Panama tensions highlight deepening US-China power struggle.
Rajnath Singh, Army Chief Extend Greetings on DRDO Day
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praised DRDO scientists for strengthening India's strategic autonomy. The 67th Foundation Day also saw news of a successful 'Pralay' missile test. Read more.
Kim Jong Un Praises Russia Alliance in New Year Address
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's 2026 New Year speech celebrated a military pact with Russia, involving troop deployments to Ukraine. Read the full analysis of the strategic shift.
Jaishankar Briefly Meets Pakistan's NA Speaker in Dhaka
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar had a brief, informal interaction with Pakistan's National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq in Dhaka. Get the details of this diplomatic encounter on the sidelines of the Indian Ocean Conference.
Trump Hosts Netanyahu at Mar-a-Lago New Year Party
US President Donald Trump welcomed Israeli PM Netanyahu at a high-profile New Year's Eve bash in Florida after talks on the Gaza ceasefire. Read about the key attendees and diplomatic backdrop.
CIA dismisses Russia's claim of Ukraine attack on Putin residence
US intelligence rejects Moscow's allegation that Ukraine targeted Putin's home. The claim, used to threaten peace talks, lacks evidence, aligning with Kyiv's denial. Details inside.
Pakistan Amplifies Jaishankar-Sadiq Handshake in Dhaka
Pakistan amplifies a brief handshake between EAM Jaishankar and Pak Speaker Ayaz Sadiq in Dhaka. Read about the tense backdrop of Pahalgam attack & India's firm stance on terror.
US Hits Chinese Firms for Venezuela Oil Trade
The Trump administration intensifies pressure on Venezuela by sanctioning Chinese and Hong Kong firms and oil tankers. This move signals a warning to Beijing amid escalating US-Venezuela tensions. Read more.
2025: The Year of Saying Nothing with Fancy Words
From 'navigating uncertainty' to 'guardrails' for AI, 2025 was filled with jargon that said little. Our editorial examines why empty phrases dominated discourse in India and global diplomacy. Read more.
India's 2025 Foreign Policy: Multi-Alignment Tested, Bridge Built
Shashi Tharoor analyses India's 2025 foreign policy, highlighting multi-alignment success amid global distrust. India emerges as a stable bridge, balancing national interest with global responsibility. Read the full analysis.
India's 2026 BRICS Presidency: Balancing US and Global South
As India prepares to lead BRICS in 2026, it faces the strategic challenge of balancing its strong US partnership with its leadership of the Global South. What does this mean for New Delhi's foreign policy?
Second Official Resigns from Bangladesh Interim Govt
Sayedur Rahman resigns as health advisor to Bangladesh's interim government, marking the second high-level exit within a week. Explore the details and implications.
Khaleda Zia Funeral: Jaishankar Delivers Modi's Letter
Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia buried with state honours. India's EAM S Jaishankar attends, hands over PM Modi's personal letter to her son Tarique Rahman, signalling a new chapter in bilateral ties.
India's BRICS 2026 Presidency: Vision and Key Highlights
India takes over BRICS presidency in 2026 with a transformative vision. Explore the key themes, goals, and global implications of its leadership for the Global South.
PM Modi's Letter to Tarique Rahman After Khaleda Zia's Death
PM Modi expressed deep condolences to Tarique Rahman on the demise of former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia, calling her a leader of 'rare resolve' who strengthened India-Bangladesh ties.
UAE Leaders Extend New Year Wishes to World
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and VP Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum exchanged New Year greetings with world leaders, including PM Modi, fostering international diplomacy.
Trump's Ukraine Diplomacy Risks Prolonging Conflict: Analysis
Analysis compares Trump's Ukraine peace push to Clinton's failed 1990s Israel-PLO efforts. Experts argue war exhaustion, not forced deals, brings lasting ceasefire. Read more.
India rejects China's claim of mediating conflict with Pakistan
India firmly dismissed China's assertion of mediating the 2025 conflict with Pakistan, stating military action paused after a direct request from Pakistan's DGMO. Explore the details and India's bilateral stance.
Futurist: Economic Exhaustion Forcing Global Calm in 2024
Political strategist Vimal Singh says economic fatigue is forcing a global 'enforced calm'. Read his analysis on Ukraine, US-China dynamics, and India's strategic gains in South Asia.
Disabled Military Cadets Get ECHS Cover, Seek Pension
Over 500 officer cadets disabled during training since 1985 receive ECHS health benefits after Supreme Court intervention. They continue their battle for disability pension and ex-serviceman status. Read their story of hope and struggle.
India Test-Fires Two Pralay Missiles From Single Launcher
India's DRDO achieves a major milestone by test-firing two Pralay tactical ballistic missiles from a single launcher, boosting the military's conventional strike capabilities.
Xi Confirms $170B Brahmaputra Hydropower Project On Track
Chinese President Xi Jinping confirms the massive $170 billion hydropower project on the Brahmaputra River is progressing. Learn about the strategic implications for India and regional water security.
India Rejects China's Role in Pakistan Ceasefire Deal
India firmly denies any Chinese mediation in the 2021 LoC ceasefire with Pakistan. The government faces opposition scrutiny over the timing and strategic implications of the agreement. Get the full story.
DRDO's Pralay Missile Successfully Test-Fired in Salvo Launch
DRDO successfully test-fired two 'Pralay' missiles in quick succession from Odisha's Chandipur. Defence Minister lauds achievement, marking a key step towards induction. Read more about India's missile advancements.
India-UAE Desert Cyclone-II Exercise Culminates
The second edition of the India-UAE joint military exercise, Desert Cyclone-II, concluded successfully in Rajasthan, enhancing interoperability and defence cooperation between the two nations. Read more.
PM Modi Condoles Death of Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences on the death of former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia. In a letter to her son Tarique Rahman, he stated her vision and legacy will endure.
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