Elimination Of Child Labour Must Be At The Forefront Of Global Policy
An inclusive approach in global development thinking to protect children will alleviate a grave danger to the next generation.
The Crisis In Sri Lanka
The crisis in Sri Lanka is a self-inflicted wound; it’s the result of spectacular economic mismanagement and unchecked corruption.
Remembering Netaji
Netaji’s life was driven by a purpose–to fight for India’s independence.
One Night In Sri Lanka
Gurjit Singh, an IFS officer deployed in Sri Lanka as the First Secretary at the Indian High Commission in the late 1980s, recounts his adventure.
The Dangers Diplomats Face
Threats to Indian interests arise not only from direct attacks, but also from fractured domestic politics that erode the ability of the host government to protect diplomats.
ASEAN’s Myanmar Quagmire
India supported ASEAN’s efforts to seek a peaceful resolution in Myanmar. Is ASEAN ready to shoulder this responsibility?
Memories of Valentine’s Day in Japan
On Valentine’s Day, most women present chocolates to the men.
Rudolf Hartog‘s Fascinating Stories Of The Indian Legion
Hartog had fascinating stories to tell about his time with Indians who joined the Indian Legion in Germany.
RCEP & The Quirky Story Behind The Most Memorable Photograph Of My Life
Gurjit Singh, India’s Ambassador to ASEAN, narrates how the RCEP launch gave the most memorable photograph of his life.
How A Nobel Peace Laureate Triggered An Uncivil War In Ethiopia
The civil war in Ethiopia between Tigray & Ethiopian central forces is one of the most unfortunate events in history.
Will The Japanese Hanko Be Stamped Out?
With new administrative reforms & digitisation on the cards, Hanko, a Japanese cultural icon, could be stamped out.
Will Shinzō Abe’s Legacy Continue?
Shinzō Abe, Japan’s nationalist Prime Minister, has resigned due to health reasons. Who’s going to take over the reins?
The Aftermath Of The 1998 Nairobi Bomb Blasts
Here’s a first-hand account of the 1998 Nairobi bomb blasts.
The Dynamics Behind The Race For The Top Job At The WTO
In the race to the WTO’s top job, an African candidate with consensus-building strength could be the winner.
India-EU Summit: A Significant Step Forward
The success of the India-EU summit comes from the decision to promote multilateralism.