New Equations in South Asia A quiet yet consequential diplomatic shift is unfolding in South Asia. On October 25, Pakistan’s General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, visited Dhaka for talks with Bangladesh’s interim head of government, Professor Muhammad Yunus. Their discussions—covering trade, connectivity, defense cooperation, and regional stability—signaled a thaw between…
Navigating the South Asian Tightrope In one of his most closely watched diplomatic statements since taking office, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has outlined a careful recalibration of Washington’s South Asia policy—one that seeks to strengthen ties with Pakistan without weakening the strategic bond with India. Speaking ahead of his meeting with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar at…
America’s Safety Net on the Brink As the United States endures the longest government shutdown in its history, a devastating consequence looms—millions could soon go hungry. The Trump administration has announced that the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), a critical lifeline for one in eight Americans, will halt distributions beginning November 1 if Congress fails to…
A Tour to Redefine America’s Footing in Asia U.S. President Donald Trump’s sweeping Asia tour has captured global attention as he attempts to reassert American authority in a region increasingly defined by China’s economic reach and strategic confidence. Spanning Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea, the five-day journey serves as both a diplomatic outreach and a litmus test…
Driving Self-Reliance in Strategic Resources In a decisive move to fortify India’s clean energy and technology sectors, the Union Cabinet has approved a ₹1,500-crore incentive scheme to promote large-scale recycling and extraction of critical minerals from e-waste, spent batteries, and industrial scrap. The policy, a core pillar of the National Critical Minerals Mission (NCMM) launched earlier this…
A New Milestone in Hero’s Global Journey India’s two-wheeler titan, Hero MotoCorp, has shifted gears on its global journey by officially debuting in the United Kingdom, marking its presence in the 51st international market. The company has partnered with Lancashire-based distributor MotoGB Ltd., a move that strengthens its growing foothold in Europe following successful entries into Italy and Spain….
The United States government has once again ground to a halt — and this time, it’s breaking records. Now entering its fourth week, the ongoing federal shutdown has become the longest in U.S. history, crippling public services and leaving hundreds of thousands of federal workers unpaid. Airports are warning of chaos, national parks are shuttered, and millions…
A Partnership on Pause In a stunning turn for one of the world’s most reliable trade relationships, U.S. President Donald Trump abruptly announced the termination of all trade negotiations with Canada, igniting fresh tensions across North America. The move, made public via Trump’s Truth Social post late Thursday, came after he accused Canada of airing a “fraudulent”…
From Border Fire to Market Burn What began as a security flare-up on the Pakistan–Afghanistan frontier has now boiled over into kitchen chaos across Pakistan. Following intense clashes earlier this month, Islamabad shut down the crucial Torkham and Chaman border crossings — arteries that channel billions in bilateral trade. The closures, aimed at curbing militant…
A Global Rush for Real Value A silent revolution is reshaping the world’s financial landscape. Across continents, central banks are amassing record volumes of gold, signaling a profound rethinking of monetary strategy. According to the World Gold Council, global central banks are projected to purchase around 900 tonnes of gold in 2025, marking the fourth consecutive…
