The 18th BRICS Summit, held on 12–13 September 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, brought together global leaders and representatives of multilateral organisations, providing an important platform for deliberations on a broad spectrum of bilateral, regional, and global issues. As a group consisting of emerging and developing economies that seeks greater cooperation among countries of the Global …
One of the founding members of BRICS, and having already held its Presidency thrice i.e. 2012, 2016 and 2021, India again assumed its Chair for the fourth time on January 1, 2026. Now India plans to host the 18th BRICS Summit from September 12-13, 2026, wherein the leaders of the BRICS member nations and partner …
Abstract This article analyses the geopolitical and security exposure of the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) in light of ongoing conflict across West Asia and the Persian Gulf. Originally conceived as a flagship multimodal network designed to institutionalise Eurasian trade, energy, and digital connectivity—while cementing India's position as a critical global trade node and a …
Following an invitation from the President of Seychelles, H.E. Dr Patrick Herminie, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has concluded a three-day state visit to Seychelles from 27 to 29 June, 2026. While PM Modi was invited as the Guest of Honour for the 50th Independence anniversary of Seychelles, this visit also coincided with the completion …
Introduction The 52nd Summit of the G7 was held from 15 to 17 June 2026 at Evian-les- Bains in France. The goal of the summit was to reestablish development unity and forge new international relationships. Global security, economic disruptions and public health emergencies took the center stage in the summit as the world leaders discussed …
Background India’s relationship with Central Asia is not new. It is rooted in centuries of historical interaction, cultural exchanges, trade linkages and shared strategic interests. The five Central Asian countries i.e. Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan and Tajikistan occupy a vital position in the Eurasian region and hold growing strategic importance in India’s foreign policy framework. …
Beginning on February 28, the conflict between the USA and Iran has continued for almost 39 days, with serious repercussions on global trade and peace in the region. The crisis is unlikely to subside in near time, revealing the vulnerabilities of states in an event when the maritime chokepoints, such as Strait of Hormuz and …
While India achieved its goal of 510GW of installed power capacity by November 2025, it remains in the midst of large-scale urbanisation, industrialisation, rural electrification, and a massive renewable energy transition. Most current arguments focus on the availability of fuel sources to achieve the energy independence pathway; however, the focus should also shift toward critical …
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