India and EU on Verge of Landmark FTA, Opening Billion-Dollar Markets for Trade
The long-discussed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union (EU) has reached the threshold of a final announcement. Citing relevant government sources, Reuters reported that a political announcement of the agreement may come on January 27, which, if implemented, would usher in a new chapter in the economic and strategic relationship between the two sides.
Bangladesh’s 2026 T20 World Cup Participation Decision Due by January 21
A final decision on Bangladesh’s participation in the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, including whether the team will travel to India for the tournament, is expected by January 21, according to sources familiar with discussions between the International Cricket Council (ICC) and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB).
South Asian Leaders Fuel Hate to Mask Economic Insecurity
Political leaders across South Asia are increasingly promoting hatred and division to divert public attention from economic hardship and governance failures, Human Rights Watch’s Deputy Asia Director Meenakshi Ganguly has warned.
Tamim Questions the Decision Not to Travel to India
Former Bangladesh national cricket team captain Tamim Iqbal said that decisions should be taken keeping in mind Bangladesh’s position in world cricket and its future. He also commented that large organizations cannot be run by thinking purely on public emotion.
The Arctic as India’s Third Energy Vector, Enabled by Russia
India’s relationship with the Arctic is undergoing a quiet but consequential transformation. Long viewed mainly as a zone for climate research and scientific exploration, the Arctic is now entering the core of New Delhi’s strategic imagination. The recent summit between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin makes this shift unmistakable.
Assam CM Sends Stern Message Over Hasnat’s Threats, Vows Not to Stay Silent
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has expressed extreme anger over a controversial comment made by a leader of a political party in Bangladesh.
Jaishankar says Sheikh Hasina’s stay in India is entirely her choice
External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar said on Saturday that former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s stay in India is a “personal decision” shaped by the circumstances that compelled her to flee to New Delhi.
December 6: India Grants Diplomatic Recognition to Bangladesh
Amid thunderous applause and jubilant celebrations in the Lok Sabha, Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi announced today that India has formally recognised the government of Bangladesh.
Modi extends a warm welcome to Putin in Delhi
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi on Thursday evening for a short 27-hour visit, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed him at Palam Airport with a warm embrace. The two leaders left the airport in the same car, according to Indian media NDTV.
India Faces Growing Dual Terror Challenge, Says Former IAF Chief Arup Raha
Former Indian Air Force Chief Arup Raha has warned that India is increasingly vulnerable to a “two-front” terror threat emerging simultaneously from Pakistan and Bangladesh. He urged the country to heighten vigilance and accelerate the development of indigenous air-power capabilities.