Author: Asish Kumar
As the focus of the world turns to the Israel-Hamas conflict, Ukraine finds itself in a difficult situation and is dubbed the “sore loser.” Many Ukrainians are upset, believing that the West and the United States have turned their backs on Ukraine and left Kyiv in desperate need of financial and military support. This article explores the intricacies and difficulties that Ukraine encounters on the international scene. The Financial Tightrope: It is becoming harder for Kyiv to get the necessary financial backing. The nation primarily depends on aid from the West, which must pay for a sizeable share of its…
The recent show of support for Israel in its confrontation with Hamas by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has caused intense debate and marked a change from India’s long-standing foreign policy in favour of the Palestinian cause. This action runs counter to the idea of Palestinian solidarity put forward by Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru during India’s battle for independence and supported by succeeding prime ministers. This article delves into the statements of India’s founding fathers and the changes in policy that have taken place throughout time to examine the historical development of India’s position on the Israel-Palestine issue.Gandhi’s IdealsAn insight…
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused the Indian government of possible participation in the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar on September 19, 2023. India immediately denied these allegations, labelling them ridiculous, and charged Canada with harbouring terrorists. Relationships between the two nations have never been worse due to a diplomatic feud, and neither side is ready to make concessions. India has stopped issuing visas to Canadians and requested that Canada match India’s embassy staffing numbers. The Five Eyes intelligence coalition of Anglo-Saxon nations and Canada are apparently working together to put pressure on India to cooperate with the inquiry. While…
Manipur hides a simmering conflict between several ethnic groupings under its stunning scenery and rich cultural variety. Deep mistrust and socio-political animosities characterise the continuous conflict between the Meiteis and Kukis, which offers a complex dilemma that calls for a comprehensive understanding. The security of India is seriously threatened by the intricate web of internal conflict that exists beneath the surface, which is made worse by the lethal trinity of insurgency, drugs, and illegal infiltration.The legacy of British colonial policy, which purposefully sowed the seeds of separation, can be linked to the origins of the ethnic conflicts in Manipur. The…
At a time when the West is attempting to win over India, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s claim that the Indian government was complicit in the murder of Sikh independence advocate Hardeep Singh Nijjar on Canadian soil will definitely deteriorate relations between Canada and India. Nijjar was shot dead last June in the parking lot of a Gurdwara, a Sikh place of worship, in the Vancouver suburb of Surrey. This week, Trudeau claimed in Parliament that India was involved in Nijjar’s murder. The claims against India have received universal condemnation from both the administration and the opposition, who claim that they…
A geopolitical game-changer for the 21st century is the India-Middle East-Europe Corridor or IMEC for short. The transportation of products and energy resources between India, the Middle East, and Europe is expected to change as a result of this large-scale infrastructure project. In addition to its economic importance, the IMEC has the ability to alter regional alignments, ease geopolitical tensions, and promote increased collaboration among countries along its route. In this post, we explore the reasons the IMEC is positioned to take center stage on the international scene. The agreement made to construct the India-Middle East-Europe (IMEC) corridor was the…
Elections are more than just a political event in India, the largest democracy in the world; they are a reflection of the aspirations, desires, and worries of more than a billion people. Everyone is wondering if voters will excitedly anticipate the promised “Amrit Kaal” (Golden Era) or if the threat of food inflation will be the deciding factor as the nation prepares for another vital election season. In India, political campaigns frequently center on lofty promises and ambitious commitments. “Amrit Kaal” is no exception. Politicians frequently pledge to bring about the vision of wealth, advancement, and general well-being that they…
The fact that Mohammed bin Salman (MbS), the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, is remaining in India after the G20 conference is evidence of the strong bilateral connections that exist between the two neighbors separated by the Arabian Sea. The visit gives the two leaders a chance to discuss potential new areas of bilateral collaboration against the backdrop of significant changes in local and global politics. India and West Asia have had ties for many centuries; throughout the Indus Valley Civilization (3300–1300 BCE), there is archaeological evidence of extensive trade, religious, intellectual, and people-to-people exchanges between Indians…
There are periods throughout a country’s development when its entry onto the international scene becomes an empirical reality, one that the leadership of the country and its citizens must accept. One such turning point in India’s G20 voyage was the release of a consensus paper well in advance of the summit’s conclusion, which allayed any pessimism about New Delhi’s inability to present a common communiqué. With shrewd diplomacy and planning, India has solidly established itself at the center of the new global order and decision-making, which culminated in the New Delhi Declaration during its G20 presidency. Despite a nine-month deadlock…
India, the most populous country in the world, is seriously considering changing its name to Bharat, which would represent the subcontinent’s rich cultural legacy and historical significance. The Indian government has now made a courageous choice to embrace its ancient roots and recover a name that has been closely associated with its history and culture after being the subject of debate and discussion for a number of years. We will examine the causes of this transition and how it might affect India’s identity both at home and abroad. A nation’s official name should not be changed lightly because it can…