Washington’s Unyielding Pressure on Tehran The United States has once again tightened the screws on Iran’s energy sector under its continuing “maximum economic pressure” campaign. As part of its latest enforcement action, Washington has sanctioned nine India-based companies and eight Indian nationals, accusing them of participating in Iran’s oil and petrochemical trade. The move, announced on Thursday, underscores…
A Press Meet That Stirred a Storm A diplomatic visit meant to foster dialogue between India and Afghanistan instead ignited a firestorm of controversy. On Friday, Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi held a press conference at the Afghan Embassy in New Delhi, following talks with India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. While the discussions…
A Historic Moment Meets Political Turmoil Sanae Takaichi’s ascent as Japan’s first potential female prime minister was meant to mark a turning point in the nation’s political history. A veteran conservative and long-time advocate of late Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s economic and defense policies, Takaichi had just been elected leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party…
The Legacy of the Nobel Peace Prize Since its establishment in 1901, the Nobel Peace Prize has stood as one of humanity’s highest honors, recognizing individuals and organizations that advance peace, freedom, and human dignity. From global statesmen to grassroots activists, its laureates embody courage in the face of conflict. Continuing that tradition, the 2025…
A Landmark Visit Amid Shifting Equations In a development that could redefine India’s approach toward Afghanistan, Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi arrived in New Delhi for his first-ever official visit, marking a new phase in bilateral engagement. The visit comes at a time when the global community continues to debate recognition and engagement with the Taliban…
Afghanistan at the Crossroads as Taliban Envoy Arrives in India In a dramatic turn of events, Afghanistan once again found itself caught in the crossfire of regional rivalries. As the Taliban’s Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi embarked on his first official visit to India, aimed at strengthening diplomatic and humanitarian engagement, Pakistan launched airstrikes inside…
A New Chapter in Strategic Cooperation In a move that signals the deepening of defence and maritime collaboration, India and Australia have agreed to bolster their strategic partnership by signing a landmark pact on mutual submarine rescue operations. The agreement was sealed during the first annual Defence Ministers’ Dialogue in Canberra, marking the first visit…
A Visit Laden with Symbolism and Sensitivity In a move laden with diplomatic intrigue and geopolitical significance, Amir Khan Muttaqi, Afghanistan’s acting Foreign Minister under the Taliban regime, arrived in New Delhi this week for a six-day visit. This marks the first high-level ministerial visit from Kabul since the Taliban seized control of Afghanistan in August 2021. The trip,…
A Ray of Hope After Months of Turmoil After months of relentless conflict, destruction, and humanitarian crisis, a rare glimmer of hope has emerged in the Middle East. Israel and Hamas have officially signed the first phase of a historic peace plan, a move that could alter the trajectory of one of the world’s longest-running…
A Landmark Reform in Education Governance In a move being hailed as both bold and transformative, Uttarakhand has become the first Indian state to abolish its Madrasa Education Board, bringing all minority-run educational institutions under a single, uniform framework. This sweeping reform follows the Governor’s approval of the Uttarakhand Minority Education Bill, 2025, which effectively replaces the Madrasa…
