Historical Ties: From Early Diplomacy to Strategic Cooperation India and Kuwait have shared longstanding and multifaceted relations rooted in history, trade, and cultural exchange. India was among the first countries to establish diplomatic relations with Kuwait following its independence in 1961, initially represented through a Commerce Commissioner before opening a full-fledged embassy. Over the decades, the…
Honouring the Nation Builders Teachers’ Day, observed annually on September 5, stands as a national tribute to the guiding lights of society. The date commemorates the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, India’s second President and a distinguished teacher, symbolising the country’s reverence for education and mentorship. This year, the occasion gains further significance as…
Linking Policy with Tradition In Odisha, the festival of Nuakhai is more than a celebration—it is a thanksgiving ritual to the Earth and a symbol of farmers’ resilience. On this culturally significant day, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will distribute ₹1,041 crore under the CM Kisan Yojana, benefitting over 51 lakh cultivators across the state. The decision…
A Tariff Dispute Turns Personal The ongoing trade dispute between Washington and New Delhi has taken an unexpected turn, with reports that Prime Minister Narendra Modi declined to answer at least four phone calls from U.S. President Donald Trump. According to German daily Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung (FAZ), this rare diplomatic snub reflects India’s growing frustration…
Tariff Tensions Escalate U.S. President Donald Trump has once again escalated the trade standoff with India by enforcing steep new tariffs. From early Wednesday, nearly half of Indian exports to the U.S. are facing a punishing 50% levy, significantly raising the stakes in bilateral trade friction. The move, framed as retaliation against India’s energy purchases from Russia,…
The Workhorse of Indian Air Power For more than six decades, the MiG-21 has been the face of the Indian Air Force (IAF)—a supersonic interceptor that evolved into a trusted combat companion. Introduced in the early 1960s, this Russian-origin jet was once the very symbol of speed and agility, shaping generations of fighter pilots and forming…
AI Meets India’s Learning Revolution OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has announced a bold new education initiative tailored specifically for India—its largest market of student users worldwide. With millions of learners already turning to AI for homework, exam preparation, and idea exploration, OpenAI has launched the Learning Accelerator, an India-first program aimed at transforming how…
A Clash of Trade Agendas The global trade stage has once again been unsettled by U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest tariff salvo, this time targeting nations that impose digital services taxes on American technology giants. While Trump insists such levies unfairly disadvantage U.S. companies, India has responded by reinforcing its commitment to protect its farmers, small…
A New Front in Sino-Indian Tensions Water, once viewed as a shared natural resource, is rapidly becoming a strategic weapon. The announcement of China’s plan to build the world’s largest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Zangbo River in Tibet has reignited concerns in India about a looming “water war.” For India, this is no minor…
A Land of Timeless Culture Odisha, often described as the land of temples and traditions, is a treasure trove of cultural and historical wealth. With monuments that date back centuries, intricate architecture, and a living legacy of art and spirituality, the state has long been regarded as a custodian of India’s civilisational glory. Recognising this heritage…
