Proximity vs. Projection: Rethinking India’s Neighbourhood First Policy
Diksha Bharti What truly defines India’s “national interest” amidst the delicate tapestry of its neighbourhood? In an era where strategic…
Strategy Over Spectacle: Modi’s “Mitra Vibhooshana” and the New Contours of India–Sri Lanka Relations
Dr Nanda Kishor India's management of its relationship with Sri Lanka, particularly in its economic crisis and subsequent political change, is…
The Extradition of Tahawwur Hussain Rana: A Landmark in Counter-Terrorism and India–US Strategic Relations
The timing of Rana’s extradition coincides with a shifting global security order in the Indo-Pacific, where the United…
Dubai’s Crown Prince Visit to India: Turning Point or a Strategic Pivot?
Shashank Pandey India's shift towards the Gulf, and more specifically, Dubai, has been motivated by realistic interests: diversified energy supply,…
PM Modi’s Landmark Visit to Sri Lanka: Resetting Ties, Reinforcing Trust
Aayush Pal India’s strong commitment to Sri Lanka is important not only for strengthening bilateral ties but also for countering…
BIMSTEC Adopts ‘Bangkok Vision 2030’ as India Unveils Ambitious Plan for Collective Growth
Dr Lakshmi Karlekar At the 6th BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok on April 4, 2025, Prime Minister Modi announced that India would…
India Leans on BIMSTEC as SAARC Paralysis Persists; Warns Against Bangladesh’s Anti-India Turn
What Pakistan is in SAARC, Bangladesh at present is in BIMSTEC, and India needs to be wary of…
The Price of Protectionism: Economic and Geopolitical Repercussions of U.S. Tariffs on India
Though the 26% tariff is a challenge, India has an opportunity at hand to push forward with economic…
Bridging Continents: President Boric’s Transformative Visit as a Catalyst for a New Era in India-Chile Relations
As India looks to fulfil energy transition goals with energy exuberance, Chile’s nimbleness with green hydrogen and renewables comes…
Ramayana Diplomacy: PM Modi’s Diplomatic Outreach Through Civilisational Legacy in Thailand and Sri Lanka
Parag Gilada Ramayana’s influence extends past national frontiers for hundreds of years to define the cultural, religious, and social developments…