In a controversial statement that has reignited cultural and geopolitical debates between Nepal and India, Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli claimed that Hindu deities and sages including Lord Ram, Shiva, Vishwamitra, and Valmiki were originally from Nepal and not India. His remarks have sparked outrage among Indian political leaders, religious organisations, and social media users,…
In a statement that could reshape the contours of India-Pakistan bilateral relations, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has declared that Islamabad has no objection to extraditing ‘individuals of concern’ to India if legal frameworks and mutual agreements permit such actions. The remarks were made during an interaction with journalists on the sidelines of a…
In a significant development with major geopolitical implications, Azerbaijan has signed a fresh $2 billion defence deal with Pakistan, further strengthening their strategic ties. This agreement comes months after Operation Sindoor, India’s joint military exercise with Armenia, Azerbaijan’s arch-rival in the Caucasus region, signalling the emergence of a sharper regional alignment. Context: What Is Operation…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the India-Ghana Business and Strategic Dialogue in Accra on Wednesday, asserted that the post-World War II global order is undergoing rapid transformation and urged for “credible and inclusive reforms” in global governance institutions to reflect contemporary realities. Key Highlights of PM Modi’s Address Speaking to a gathering of African leaders,…
Thailand’s political landscape witnessed a dramatic turn on Wednesday as newly appointed Cabinet ministers took their oaths of office before King Maha Vajiralongkorn at Dusit Palace, in a ceremony marked by the conspicuous presence of suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. The swearing-in ceremony follows weeks of legal and political uncertainty after Thailand’s Constitutional Court temporarily…
In a dramatic development that has triggered political tremors across South Asia, Bangladesh has reportedly sought the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from India. The move comes amid a rapidly escalating political crisis in Dhaka, where the current interim government has initiated legal proceedings against several top leaders of the Awami League, including…
A prominent Republican leader has sparked controversy by alleging that Indian-origin managers in the US technology sector systematically refuse to hire American workers, warning that former President Donald Trump’s political legacy would be jeopardised if he finalises any bilateral job market deal with India. Speaking at a Republican policy forum in Texas on Wednesday, conservative…
United Nations, July 4, 2025:Pakistan has formally assumed the presidency of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the month of July, marking a significant diplomatic moment for Islamabad. However, this development has triggered strong criticism from exiled Baloch leader and Free Balochistan Movement (FBM) chairman Hyrbyair Marri, who alleged that the UN’s credibility is…
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its third year, strategic analysts are drawing parallels between Moscow’s deepening quagmire in Ukraine and the Soviet Union’s disastrous campaign in Afghanistan (1979-1989). President Vladimir Putin, once perceived as a master of geopolitical manoeuvring, is witnessing an unprecedented erosion of Russia’s global influence as traditional allies reconsider their ties, driven…
In a significant move to strengthen bilateral economic ties, a high-level delegation from the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) met with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Colombo on Tuesday to explore fresh investment opportunities and deepen trade partnerships between the two South Asian neighbours. Meeting Highlights The CII delegation, comprising top Indian industrialists…
