The Flawed Justification Behind the U.S. 26% Tariff on India: A Critical Analysis

Introduction The recent imposition of a 26% tariff on Indian imports by the United States, under President Donald Trump’s “reciprocal tariff” policy, has sparked significant debate and concern. The U.S.…

The Arakan Army: Myanmar’s Rising Insurgent Force

Introduction The Arakan Army (AA) has emerged as one of Myanmar’s most formidable ethnic armed organizations, shaping the conflict landscape in Rakhine State and beyond. Initially formed in 2009, the…

Reciprocal Tariffs: An In-Depth Analysis

Introduction Reciprocal tariffs are a critical component of international trade policies, shaping the economic relationships between nations. These tariffs are imposed in response to duties or trade barriers set by…

Sixth BIMSTEC Summit 2025: A New Era of Regional Cooperation

The Sixth Summit of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) is set to take place from April 2 to 4, 2025, in Bangkok, Thailand.…

Operation Brahma: India’s Humanitarian Mission to Myanmar

India has once again demonstrated its commitment to being a ‘first responder’ in the region with Operation Brahma, a humanitarian relief initiative aimed at assisting Myanmar after a catastrophic 7.7-magnitude…

Diego Garcia: History, Location, U.S. Military Base, and Ownership Controversy

Introduction Diego Garcia is a strategically significant atoll located in the Indian Ocean. It has been a topic of geopolitical interest due to its military importance and controversial history of…

Why Does USCIRF Consistently Target India?

The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has repeatedly placed India in a negative light, recommending its designation as a “Country of Particular Concern (CPC)” despite India’s democratic…

Why No Indian Organization Publishes Global Indices?

Introduction India, as one of the fastest-growing economies and a key player in global geopolitics, has a robust institutional framework that produces several national-level indices. However, when it comes to…

India’s Strategic Push for the Indian Rupee as a Global Currency

As of March 23, 2025, India’s economic ambitions are taking shape through a multi-pronged strategy that includes bolstering its gold reserves, utilizing innovative financial mechanisms like Nostro and Vostro accounts,…

Which is the Happiest Country in the World? A Deep Dive into the Ipsos Happiness Index 2025

Introduction Happiness is a complex and subjective concept that varies from person to person and country to country. While many global reports attempt to measure happiness, the Ipsos Global Happiness…