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Global Developments and Analysis: Weekly Monitor (24-30 July)

Economic G20 Meeting Sets The Stage For Heated COP28 The outcome of the recent G20 meeting held in India has left some participants disappointed, while others had anticipated a fiery discussion on hydrocarbons and energy policies. Amid growing...

August 1 , 2023

National Museum, South African High Commission and Vivekananda International Foundation jointly organise exhibition “India’s Historical Journey with Africa: Marching Ahead Together”

Aim of exhibition is to commemorate Mandela Day in honour of Mandela’s values and commitment to the service of humanity and to create awareness of the India-Africa connection. The Nelson Mandela International Day is celebrated every year on 18th...

July 19 , 2023

World Bank Reforms and Climate Change

Introduction There is a growing debate on the reform of multilateral development banks to provide ‘global public goods’. At the behest of G20, an independent review of the Capital Adequacy Framework of multilateral development banks was undertaken...

July 17 , 2023

Science and Technology (S&T)Digest 1-15 June 2023, Issue 15

In this Issue I. Defence and Security Launch of a Medium-Range Ballistic Missile, Agni-1 ‘Agni Prime’ Ballistic Missile Flight-Tested by DRDO off Odisha Coast MoD Signs Contract to Strengthen Indian Army’s Communication System Launch of ‘Sanshodhak...

July 6 , 2023

The Future of Indian Consultancy Services in Africa

India's service industry is the most significant contributor to the country's economy and accounts for over 50 per cent of the GDP.[1] In the financial year 2022-23, India's service sector witnessed a Year-on-Year (YoY) growth of 8.4 per cent...

June 26 , 2023

C20 Nasmai Conclave: Exhibiting Arunachal Pradesh’s Cultural Diversity

Introduction This year India holds the chairmanship of G20. Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, which translates as “One Earth, One Family, One Future,” is the theme of India’s G20 presidency and has a profound relationship with LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment...

June 23 , 2023

Science and Technology (S&T)Digest - 16-31 May 2023, Issue 14

In this Issue I. Defence and Security Value of Defence Production Crosses Rs One Lakh Crore in FY 2022-23 164 PIL Items Indigenised by DPSUs within Stipulated Timelines GRSE to Identify and Encourage the Development of Innovative Solutions Maiden...

June 16 , 2023

Multilateralism Digest : April 2023 - Issue 4

Contents India in the UN India’s G20 Presidency Multilateral Institutions Plurilateral Developments Peace and Security Miscellaneous 1. India in the UN India highlights risks of violation of weapons exports agreements The UNSC held an open...

June 13 , 2023

Prospects for the Political Settlement of Ukraine Crisis

(The following is the transcript of presentation made during an International Webinar on “Road to Peace: Prospects for the Political Settlement of the Ukraine Crisis” organised by China Institute of International Studies, Beijing on 26 May 2023)...

May 31 , 2023

Neighbourhood News Digest – 25 May 2023

Afghanistan Iran's water right issue: Tehran gives Afghanistan one month to resolve problem, says report - Wion After the rise in tensions over Iran's water rights from the Helmand River in recent days, Tehran has now said that Taliban-ruled...

May 25 , 2023