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The Challenges of Secularism and Governance in Nepal
December 9 , 2024 Prof Hari Bansh Jha
Commentary Views: 28
Nepal, a nation with deep-rooted cultural traditions, was declared a secular state in 2008 after centuries as a Hindu kingdom. This transformation, driven by ideals of equality and inclusivity, was expe...

Nepal, Neighbourhood Studies

Tags : economy , governance , Nepal , Secularism

Dara Shukoh: Pioneer of Inter-faith Dialogue
December 7 , 2024 Dr Hafeezur Rahman
Article Views: 58
In the annals of medieval Indian history, Prince Dara Shukoh, the eldest son of Mughal Emperor Shahjahan, shines as a learned personality of considerable eminence, so much so that his influence is felt ...

Historical and Civilisational Studies

Tags : Dara Shukoh , Inter Faith Dialogue , Kitab-i-Maknun , Upnishads

Polycrisis in Europe: Need for Rebuilding Resilience
December 6 , 2024 Shreya Sinha, Research Associate, VIF
Article Views: 84
The 2024 European Union parliamentary elections saw the continuation of a strong leadership, with Ursula von der Leyen as European Commission president, Kaja Kallas as EU high representative, and Antóni...

Europe, International Relations and Diplomacy

Tags : Crisis , economy , energy , Europe , Leadership , Population , Security

India-Indonesia: From Tradition to Global Recognition – The Prospect of the Jamu and Ayurveda Partnership
December 5 , 2024 Dr Gautam Kumar Jha Prof Made Joni Prof Pawan Dhar
Article Views: 84
A new paradigm of cooperation is developing between India and Indonesia in bioresource management, innovative farming, and renewable energy, complementing traditional sectors like defence, bilateral tra...

International Relations and Diplomacy

Tags : Ayurvedic medicine , Indonesia India Bioresource Consortium , Traditional Medicine

16th BRICS Summit: Key Takeaways
December 3 , 2024 Ruchita Beri, Senior Fellow, VIF
Commentary Views: 174
The 16th BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia on 22-24 October, 2024 marks a watershed moment since the group’s evolution, as it was the first after induction of four new members, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the...

International Relations and Diplomacy

Tags : BRICS , India , Kazan Summit , modi , Putin , Russia

Air Power for High Seas – IAF in the IOR
December 2 , 2024 Wg Cdr Vikas Kalyani
Article Views: 121
“The indivisible sea is no longer indivisible. Air power has introduced a new factor in the control of seas.” - KM Panikkar, Indian Historian

Indo-Pacific, International Relations and Diplomacy

Tags : Air Power , HADR , Indian Air Force , IOR , SAGAR

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