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Global Developments and Analysis: Weekly Monitor (22-28 April 2024)

Economic
China’s exporters shun the yuan, embrace alternatives as depreciation fears build
The recent volatility of the yuan, depressed profits and unexpected shifts in external demand are combining to make some Chinese expo....

May 03, 2024 Myanmar , South China Sea , Covid-19 International Daily Scan , Germany , TikTok , Yuan , Nord Stream , Beijing Auto Show , North Korea Iran , Blinken China Visit
West Asia Roundup: April 2024

Abstract:
Much feared ‘Tit for Tat’ altercation between Israel and Iran happened, when allegedly Israeli defence Forces (IDF) carried out missile attacks on the Iranian Consulate in Damascus killing two senior commanders of the....

May 03, 2024 Oman , West Asia Round Up , Israel Iran confrontation , UAE floods , Anthony Blinken , Iran Pakistan relations
India's Civilizational Marvels
Saudiptendu Ray, Research Associate, VIF Positive Bharat

Goa’s Aguad Port and Jail Complex in Sinquerim have been in the limelight since April 2024 for hosting an exhibition showcasing India’s ancient couture, India’s epic tales and historical narratives, and the profound symbolism of the lotus in I....

May 03, 2024 Governance and Political Studies , Historical and Civilisational Studies , Cultural Heritage , Positive Bharat , National Museum , India civilisation , Goa Aguad Port , Jail Complex , Indian Manuscripts
Neighborhood News Digest- 02 May 2024

Afghanistan
World Bank Provides $84 Million to Afghanistan-Tolo News
The World Bank in a statement said that it will provide $84 million in aid to Afghanistan. The World Bank's statement mentioned that this aid will be used to....

May 02, 2024 VIF Neighbourhood News Digest , Pakistan , US , BJP , Maldives , Sri Lanka , Afghanistan , Uzbekistan , sanctions , India-Nepal , Bangladesh , Balochistan , EU , WHO , World Bank , Awami League , PPP , earthquake , NPP , Maldives-India relations , Saima Wazed , Workers Rights , Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) , Nepal-Canada , Kuwait-Myanmar
Key Developments and Changes in India’s Approach towards Africa (2014 - 2024)
Amb Rajiv Bhatia

Introduction
Foreign policy, as an instrument to promote national interest, is a continuing and dynamic – not static – phenomenon, displaying a subtle blend of continuity and change. While the principal interests of a nation such as ....

May 02, 2024 International Relations and Diplomacy , Africa , India , Africa , PM Modi , COVID-19 , G20 presidency , Reflections on PM Narendra Modi's Foreign Policy , Reflections on PM Narendra Modi's Foreign Policy , India- Africa Summit , Voice of Global South Summits
Arshia Goswami: Bharat’s Youngest Weightlifter Defying Gravity of Expectation
Anurag Sharma, Associate Fellow, VIF Positive Bharat

बलेन लापेकस्तिठति बलमुपास्वेति | - Chhandogya Upanishad (7.8.1) {English Translation: “The world's existence is dependent on Strength. Be devoted to Strength”} Bharat is a nation wher....

May 01, 2024 Governance and Political Studies , Bharat , Haryana , Positive Bharat , Arshia , Weightlifting , Fitness , Panchkula , Arshiya , Deadlift , BenchPress
Neighborhood News Digest- 01 May 2024

Afghanistan
Global, Domestic Condemnation Follows Deadly Mosque Attack in Herat-Tolo News
The recent attack on Shia worshippers at a mosque in the Guzara district of Herat has sparked widespread condemnation from both local an....

May 01, 2024 VIF Neighbourhood News Digest , Pakistan , Nepal , Maldives , Iran , Myanmar , Sri Lanka , Afghanistan , Bhutan , Bangladesh , Regional Security , Tourism , IMF , Manipur , India-Bangladesh , World economic forum , India- China , India-Myanmar , Attack , India-Sri Lanka , Herat , SBP , Sri Lankan Presidential Election , Industrial Transformation Map , Cipher , Upazila Polls , Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Working Group , Nepal-Japan Relations.
Science and Technology (S&T) Digest (1-15 April 2024), Issue 35

In this Issue

I. Defence and Security

  1. New Generation Ballistic Missile Agni-Prime Flight-Tested
  2. Indigenous Man Portable Anti-tank Guided Missile Weapon System
  3. <....

    May 01, 2024 AI , Defence Exports , Science & Technology , AUKUS , critical minerals , EVs , Chandrayaan-3 , ASML , ChatGPT , OpenAI , SK Hynix , Chandrayaan-4 , E-Waste , Exoskeleton Technology , Li-ion Batteries , Quantum Mechanics , Quantum Science , Space-Tech , Synthetic Aperture Radar , Neutronic Molecules , nuclear-powered submarines
Kathmandu Chronicle: Reclaiming India-Nepal Relations Author: K.V. Rajan & Atul K. Thakur Vintage (An imprint of Penguin Random House India) Rs. 499/-
Rajesh Singh

Few inter-country relationships are as socially and culturally close as the India-Nepal one. But also, few such ties have been as blow-hot-blow-cold as this one. The situation is akin, if one may say, to that of a married couple who, having pledged t....

May 01, 2024 Governance and Political Studies , Book Reviews , India Nepal Relations , Maoist insurgency , Kathmandu Chronicle
Ongoing Crisis in Myanmar and Implications for India
Dr Cchavi Vasisht

Myanmar's strategic importance for India stems from its shared land and maritime borders, acting as a gateway to Southeast Asia. The ongoing conflict since the 2021 military coup has significantly impacted this relationship. ‘Operation 1027’ and ....

April 30, 2024 Neighbourhood Studies , Myanmar , Civil war , Operation 1027 , Crisis in Myanmar , Mlitary coup , General Min Aung , President Win Myint , India Myanmar Relations
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