G20 countries committed a staggering $100 billion to finance initiatives aimed at combating climate change and supporting developing economies in their quest for net-zero emissions As the G20 conference concluded, the Green Development Pact and its historic commitment of a staggering USD 100 billion for climate finance by G20 countries sends a strong message of … Read more
India’s diplomatic landscape finds itself at pivotal crossroads. The stage is set, and the world’s eyes are turning towards New Delhi, as the city stands more than well prepared to host leaders from G20 nations starting from today for the next 3 days. The anticipation and speculations surrounding this pivotal event have reached a fever … Read more
Sustainable solutions thrive when businesses and governments cooperate, especially in India and the G20, where fostering inclusive growth is a collective endeavour
Indian-origin economist Tharman Shanmugaratnam has emerged victorious in Singapore’s presidential election, securing a resounding 70.4% of the vote This victory not only marks a significant moment in Singaporean politics but also presents a unique opportunity for the nation to strengthen its unity and global diplomatic ties. Hailed as Singapore’s “Obama moment,” the outcome of this … Read more
Yevgeny Prigozhin’s startling death raises questions In a stunning turn of events, Yevgeny Prigozhin, a significant player in Russian politics who led the Wagner mercenary group, met his demise in a plane crash near Moscow. The confirmed reports of his death have ignited a surge of interest and ambiguity, leaving us pondering over the shadows … Read more
As 2024 Elections Loom, Trump’s Trade Threats and Legal Battles Merge in High-Stakes Drama
Is Oppenheimer a movie for our time, reminding us of the tensions, dangers and conflicts of the old Cold War while a new one threatens to break out? The film certainly chimes with today’s big power conflicts (the US and China), renewed concern about nuclear weapons (Russia’s threats over Ukraine), and current ideological tensions between … Read more
“When India grows, the whole world grows”. This was a resonating quote from PM Modi’s US Congress address during his historic three-day state visit. Understandably so – in his maiden trip, back in 2015, India entered the top 10 league. Fast forward to 2023, we are well on course to become the 3rd largest economy … Read more
The grain deal allowed Ukrainian corn and other products to reach ports in Lebanon and elsewhere
Africa will add 796 million people to the global workforce and be home to the largest and youngest population by 2050.
