Houthis are putting Mecca pact to the test, Pg10
Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia expose the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement's ineffectiveness, highlighting its lack of ratification and members' divergent strategic interests.
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Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia expose the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement's ineffectiveness, highlighting its lack of ratification and members' divergent strategic interests.
Global energy crisis shifts from crude oil to refined products and sulphur, severely impacting fertilizer production amidst geopolitical conflicts.
Iran conveys conditions to the U.S. for reopening the vital Strait of Hormuz, demanding an end to war, naval blockade, and release of frozen funds.
Nepal's Finance Minister seeks India's support for $5 billion flood reconstruction, aiming to reset bilateral ties, update trade, and resolve long-pending overflight rights.
India-EU FTA's draft IP chapter threatens India's digital policy, copyright exceptions, and academic freedom, demanding urgent renegotiation to protect national interests.
India's manufacturing ambition faces a critical gap in mapping the permanent magnet value chain, risking strategic dependence despite mineral resources.
India faces a critical monetary policy juncture as rising inflation erodes real interest rates, potentially necessitating an RBI repo rate hike to curb price pressures.
Proposed FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026, sparks debate over foreign funding for NGOs, raising fears of government control and impact on social welfare.
India's widening trade deficit with China exposes a paradox in Atmanirbhar Bharat, revealing deep dependence on Chinese supply chains despite manufacturing growth.
New U.S. Russia Sanctions Act threatens India with 100% tariffs on Russian oil imports, severely impacting Indian exports and MSMEs, escalating bilateral tensions.
Luxury brands' cultural appropriation of Indian crafts exposes gaps in intellectual property protection and community rights, demanding a specialized framework.
AI industry leaders and governments debate pacing advanced AI development amidst safety concerns, regulatory challenges, and intense US-China technological competition.
EAM Jaishankar to raise US Russia sanctions Bill at UNGA, addressing concerns over India's energy security and bilateral trade.
Anil Kakodkar advocates early thorium-based fuel introduction in PHWRs to accelerate India's nuclear energy program and leverage vast reserves.
Internal documents reveal China's ICBC froze $185 million in Mumbai loans during the 2017 Doklam standoff, exposing Beijing's geopolitical leverage.
Geopolitical conflicts in Russia and West Asia have doubled sulphur prices to $1,100/tonne, threatening India's phosphatic fertilizer production and food security.
PM Modi asserts developing nations are wrongly blamed for emissions, highlighting India's early fulfillment of Paris Agreement commitments and low per capita emissions.
India and Pakistan dispute naval collision in North Arabian Sea, citing violations of 1991 bilateral agreement on military conduct.
US Air Force discloses deployment of 'space control' weapons in Earth orbit, sparking international concern and debate over space militarization and treaties.
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