China Tightens Noose on Uyghurs' Faith in Xinjiang Region
The Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region (XUAR) of China is in the news again. In the fourth week of December last year (2023), Chinese authorities in the strategic northwestern region of Xinjiang brought about a set of new Chinese rules, norms and regulations on religious affairs.
Iran-Afghanistan Water Conflict Needs A Permanent Solution
The transboundary water dispute between Iran and Afghanistan is historical. Both neighbouring countries have been dealing with the water-sharing dispute somewhat without progressing towards a permanent solution.
'India Out' vs 'Boycott Maldives': Tourism as an Instrument of Power
No one would have wildly imagined that a few stunning pictures of a coastal island could trigger cascading diplomatic short-fuse between two asymmetrical neighbouring countries.
Hosting the Climate COP in 2028: Prospects for India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi
After hosting a successful G20 Summit, India is more than willing to host a climate summit meeting in 2028.
Securing Our World: Countering Chemical Terrorism in the Age of New Technologies
On November 27, 2023, the Twenty-Eighth Session of the Conference of the States Parties to the Chemical Weapons Convention (CSP-28) opened in The Hague, Netherlands. This five-day meeting discusses various aspects associated with implementing the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC), which has been in effect since April 29 1997.
Market Hunting: Exploring Military-Technical Cooperation in NB-8 and India Relations
Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India, is organizing the second edition of the CII India Nordic Baltic Business Conclave from 22-23 November 2023 in New Delhi.
Developed Countries are Dodging Responsibility on Global Fund for Climate Justice
Under the UN guidance, a transitional committee on loss and damage due to climate emergency has clinched an agreement of recommendations on operationalising a global fund for vulnerable countries and communities on November 4, 2023, in Abu Dhabi (UAE).
Inclusive Sustainability: Ensuring Climate Change Policies Address Persons with Disabilities
Among the most climate-vulnerable groups or weaker sections of society, persons with disabilities (PwDs) have been facing extreme challenges due to climate change and disasters than others.
Journey is the Reward: IAF in Transition toward Transformation
Indian Air Force (IAF) will celebrate its 91st anniversary on 8 October 2023. A proud day for all Indians, whether natural or naturalized or with roots in India yet settled abroad.