Hexagon of Alliances: Amidst intense geopolitical competition in the Middle East and the Horn of Africa, Israel has announced the “Hexagon of Alliances,” a proposed strategic framework designed to unite moderate powers across the Indo-Pacific, Eastern Mediterranean, Gulf, and Africa that share similar views on security challenges.The Axis of Resistance led by Iran (including Hezbollah, […]
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India–Canada Negotiation for CEPA
India–Canada Negotiation for CEPA: India and Canada have signed a billion long-term uranium supply agreement and launched formal negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) is a proposed broad-based trade and economic agreement between India and Canada. It seeks to reduce trade barriers, promote investment, and enhance cooperation across […]
US-Israel Attack on Iran
US-Israel Attack on Iran: The US and Israel launched coordinated strikes on Iran, reportedly killing Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei (a Shia cleric), and targeting key strategic facilities while calling for regime change.The joint offensive, referred to as Operation Epic Fury by the US and Operation Lion’s Roar by Israel, marked a major escalation […]
India and Sweden deepen AI partnership
India and Sweden deepen AI partnership: India and Sweden deepen AI partnership through Sweden–India Technology and Artificial Intelligence Corridor (SITAC) Framework. It is a Northern European country located on the Scandinavian Peninsula. It is bordered with Finland (east), Norway (north and west). It is bounded by the Gulf of Bothnia and the Baltic Sea in […]
India-Sweden SITAC Partnership
India-Sweden SITAC Partnership: The IndiaAI Mission and Business Sweden signed a Statement of Intent (SoI) on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 to strengthen bilateral cooperation in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technologies.The partnership will establish the Sweden–India Technology and Artificial Intelligence Corridor (SITAC). This will serve as the flagship platform for […]
India-Israel Bilateral Relations
India-Israel Bilateral Relations: Prime Minister of India conducted a historic state visit to Israel, where both nations elevated their ties to a Special Strategic Partnership for Peace, Innovation, and Prosperity.India and Israel share a multi-dimensional relationship characterized by deep security cooperation, a knowledge-hub partnership in technology, and a shared vision for regional stability. The relationship […]
The Druzhba Oil Pipeline
The Druzhba Oil Pipeline: The Druzhba oil pipeline is at the center of a geopolitical standoff following a complete halt in flows due to drone attacks, leading Hungary and Slovakia to veto new EU sanctions on Russia.The Druzhba Pipeline (translating to Friendship in English) is one of the world’s longest and largest crude oil pipeline […]
India and France Amend Double Taxation Avoidance Convention
India and France Amend Double Taxation Avoidance Convention: India and France have signed an amending protocol to the India-France Double Taxation Avoidance Convention (DTAC, 1992), introducing key changes to capital gains taxation, the Most-Favoured-Nation (MFN) clause, and incorporating provisions of the multilateral Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) framework.The amendments are designed to provide greater […]
2025 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation
2025 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation: The Our Lady of Grace Cathedral, Vasai (Maharashtra) has won the Award of Merit at the 2025 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation.A prestigious UNESCO initiative that recognises outstanding heritage conservation projects across the Asia-Pacific region.It honours restoration efforts that combine technical excellence with cultural authenticity […]
The International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), 1977
The International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), 1977: The US Supreme Court recently struck down tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), 1977.The IEEPA is a US federal law that grants the President authority to regulate international commerce during a declared national emergency arising from external threats.It allows […]
