Mehbooba demands probe into Poonch attack, civilian’s death in ‘custody’ “Hundreds of youth from south Kashmir have been put in jails,” she said. The Hindu · Apr 29, 2023
India's rich art, culture and heritage has left lasting impression on the G20 delegates from across the world: Anurag Thakur LEH: The Y20 pre-summit concluded successfully on Friday in Leh. The pre-summit was organised from April 26 to 28. Addressing a press conference, union minister for youth affairs and sports (MYAS), Anurag Thakur said that G20 under India's presidency has set new milestones. He said that the discussions and deliberations… The Times of India · Apr 28, 2023
Between China and Ukraine: Why G7 and Quad meets will be another tightrope for Indian diplomacy Even as India is holding a slew of events as the current G-20 president, set to culminate in the Delhi summit in September, the next few weeks will be hectic for the country’s summit diplomacy of a different kind and for a different reason. Newslaundry · Apr 27, 2023
Virtual digital assets, India’s stand and the way ahead As far as regulating virtual digital assets is concerned, a progressive regulatory framework will instil the animal spirit in India’s innovation economy The Hindu · Apr 26, 2023
In run-up to G20, Delhi drains see manual clean-ups without protective gear Despite a ban on hazardous cleaning without protective gear, contractors from Delhi’s public works department have employed several workers, including many who claimed to be minors, to desilt rainwater drains manually, without any safety equipment. Newslaundry · Apr 26, 2023
India to work together with other countries to address energy, food security challenges: EAM Jaishankar External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar participated in the 4th India-SICA Ministerial meeting in Panama City on April 25, 2023. The Hindu · Apr 26, 2023
'2024 a big year for India-US relationship' WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden is looking forward to travelling to India in September, his administration's point person for South and Central Asia has said, observing that 2024 is going to be a “big year” for the India-US relationship. The Times of India · Apr 22, 2023
EAM Jaishankar discusses Sudan situation with UN chief Guterres UNITED NATIONS: External affairs minister S Jaishankar has discussed the worsening situation in Sudan with UN secretary-general Antonio Guterres and underscored the need for “successful diplomacy,” which can lead to an early ceasefire and create the ground situation for the safety and welfare of people in the strife-torn African nation. The Times of India · Apr 21, 2023
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Led ‘Difficult Missions’ In mid-January, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, said that Saudi Arabia had become a bright spot for the world and regional economies. Speaking at a session at the World Economic Forum (Davos), Georgieva explained that when she visited Saudi Arabia, she was incredibly impressed… Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 17, 2023
Brazil's President Raises Russia-Ukraine War Mediation with China, UAE Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said Sunday he had discussed in Abu Dhabi joint mediation for Russia's war in Ukraine with China and the United Arab Emirates, accusing the United States and Europe of prolonging the conflict. The President, who was wrapping up an official visit to China… Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 17, 2023
Russian oil exports back above pre-Ukraine war levels as India and China buy 90% of Moscow’s crude Asian giants are buying 1.5 million barrels a day from Russia – each The Independent UK · Apr 14, 2023
India defends G20 Kashmir venue, countering Pakistan criticism India on Thursday countered Pakistan's objection to the holding of Group of 20 (G20) meetings in the Himalayan regions of Kashmir and Ladakh, saying it was free to hold meetings on its own territory. Reuters · Apr 13, 2023
Wealthy west has little excuse after finally waking up to global debt crisis As recent banking failures in US and Europe show, rich countries can act quickly when they want to The Guardian - UK · Apr 13, 2023
News briefs A G-20 finance meeting communique is unlikely again amid war Tribune News Service · Apr 13, 2023
Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 12, 2023 Saudi Arabia Tops G20 in Non-oil Private Sector PMI Saudi Arabia topped the G20 countries in the performance of the purchasing managers’ index (PMI) for the non-oil private sector, in January 2023. The index recorded headline growth at 58.2 points, marking consecutive growth since September 2020 and reflecting the strength and durability of the Kingdom’s economy despite the state…
Daily Record · Apr 11, 2023 SNP blame 'Tory economic incompetence' as UK set for worst growth in G7 The International Monetary Fund said the UK's economy will grow slower than most other G20 countries.
Al Jazeera · Apr 11, 2023 Pakistan criticises India’s move to host G20 meeting in Srinagar India assumed the presidency of the G20, an economic bloc comprised of 19 countries and the European Union, in December.
Reuters · Apr 11, 2023 Pakistan condemns India's decision to hold G20 meetings in Kashmir Pakistan on Tuesday condemned India's decision to hold Group of 20 meetings in the disputed Himalayan territory of Kashmir next month, calling the move "irresponsible".
Al Jazeera · Apr 11, 2023 G20 finance heads face reform calls from Global South Finance ministers and central bank governors are meeting at the IMF to discuss challenges facing global economy.
The Times of India · Apr 11, 2023 India wants key supply-chain role as firms shift From China WASHINGTON: India seeks to be more involved in world supply chains and serve as an alternative to China through output-incentive plans and the growth of its domestic consumer market, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said.
Reuters · Apr 8, 2023 Ukrainian deputy foreign minister due to seek Indian aid - report Ukraine's First Deputy Foreign Minister Emine Dzhaparova will ask India on an upcoming visit for humanitarian aid and equipment to repair energy infrastructure damaged during Russia's invasion, a newspaper reported on Saturday.
Newslaundry · Apr 7, 2023 Quizzes to pics on apps: The unprecedented CBSE push for Modi govt campaigns in schools In February, the Central Board of Secondary Education was accused of acting as a PR agency for the Narendra Modi government when it decided to add G20 logos to the admit cards of students appearing for their Class 10 and 12 board exams. But it wasn’t the first such move…
Bangkok Post · Apr 4, 2023 Diplomacy may no longer be off table in Ukraine The recent face-to-face between US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov at the G20 gathering last month in New Delhi -- the first such high-level interaction since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, suggests that diplomacy may no longer be a dirty word.
Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 20, 2023 Former French Ambassador to Asharq Al-Awsat: Washington Accused Us of Lying about WMD in Iraq Former French Ambassador Maurice Gourdault-Montagne, who recently published a remarkable book entitled "The Others Don't Think Like Us," experienced the US invasion of Iraq "first hand." Gourdault-Montagne served as the diplomatic adviser to late French President Jacques Chirac and his representative at the G7 and G20 in the summer of…
The Independent UK · Mar 20, 2023 Japan PM Kishida to announce new Indo-Pacific plan in India Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is expected to announce a new plan for a “free and open Indo-Pacific” during his two-day visit to India that began Monday