Sarnath’s UNESCO recognition gives India a powerful opportunity to transform its ancient Buddhist heritage into a contemporary instrument of cultural influence and Asian diplomacy.

Despite India's vast market potential, Japanese MSMEs remain underrepresented compared with Southeast Asia. At the 5th India–Japan Business Conference 2026, JICA India's Takuro Takeuchi explained the barriers, opportunities, and practical roadmap needed to unlock the next phase of India–Japan economic cooperation Takuro Takeuchi, Chief Representative of JICA India Office, addressing the 5th India–Japan Business Conference 2026 in Kolkata on Japanese MSME investment in India.

India's SHANTI Doctrine positions its UNSC campaign as a broader push to reform global governance, strengthen the Global South, and redefine the future of the United Nations.

A new knowledge paper presented by Ambarish Dasgupta at Intueri Consulting LLP during the 5th India–Japan Business Conference 2026 argues that Eastern India is poised to become the next major destination for Indo–Japan SME partnerships, offering strategic advantages in manufacturing, logistics, technology collaboration, and access to Southeast Asian markets. For decades, the story of India–Japan cooperation has been written through landmark infrastructure projects, high-spee

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's maiden India visit marked a decisive shift in India-Japan ties, strengthening strategic trust, economic security, technology collaboration and the shared Indo-Pacific vision.

India is redefining migration by transforming skilled mobility into a strategic tool for diplomacy, global partnerships and long-term economic growth.

India's trade deal agenda has never been busier. As of mid-2026, India is simultaneously finalising multiple Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) and Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements (CEPAs) that could reshape its economic relationships across the globe. This tracker covers the status of every major India FTA and trade deal — active, under negotiation, and proposed. What is an FTA? A Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is a deal between two or more countries to reduce or eliminat

Economic diplomacy has become the new language of global power. Discover how India is using trade, investment, technology, and strategic partnerships to reshape its geopolitical influence and strengthen its position in an increasingly fragmented world.

Despite India's record Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows, Northeast India remains on the margins of global capital. Using official DPIIT data, this analysis explores what the region's low FDI means for MSMEs, industrial growth, and competitiveness. From Assam's semiconductor ecosystem and Japan-backed bamboo biorefinery to the tea sector and MSME credit gap, it argues that lasting growth depends on stronger value chains, better access to finance, and meaningful integrat

From trade negotiations and climate finance to peacebuilding and global governance, women are redefining the practice and purpose of modern diplomacy.

India's participation in the ASEAN Regional Forum highlights its growing commitment to Southeast Asia and the Indo-Pacific. As India and the Philippines build on their newly established Strategic Partnership, cooperation is expanding across defense, maritime security, trade, technology, and regional diplomacy. Anchored by ASEAN centrality and a shared commitment to a rules-based order, the partnership is emerging as a key pillar of India's Act East Policy and broader Indo-Pac

As maritime connectivity becomes central to economic security and regional stability, India and Japan are expanding cooperation across ports, logistics, supply chains, and Indo-Pacific connectivity. The partnership between RIS-CMEC, JTTRI, and the Indian Ports Association reflects a growing commitment to building resilient maritime infrastructure and a rules-based regional order. By Rupal Kalebere Maritime connectivity is no longer a technical subject limited to ports, ships,

During a landmark State Visit to New Delhi (May 20–23, 2026), Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides and Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially elevated India-Cyprus relations into a high-octane Strategic Partnership. Timed perfectly with Cyprus holding the EU Council Presidency, this historic summit launched a new era of results-driven cooperation—fast-tracking game-changing pacts across defense, counter-terrorism, space tech, and even linking India’s UPI network directly t

Beyond social reform, Raja Ram Mohan Roy emerged as one of India’s earliest global thinkers who carried Indian ideas, diplomacy, and political confidence to the world.

"India, Italy, and Africa have joined capabilities to showcase a groundbreaking offline voice AI hub at GITEX Kenya 2026—bringing inclusive solutions for agriculture and fintech powered by European supercomputing, India’s digital public goods, and African language innovation. Emerging directly from the momentum of the India AI Impact Summit, this trilateral partnership demonstrates how global collaboration can turn AI into a tool for empowerment in underserved communities." N

When Rome’s ancient heritage meets India’s digital boom, the result is far more than standard diplomacy. As global supply chains fracture and tech landscapes realign, New Delhi and Rome are shifting gears from friendly dialogue to a high-powered, "Special Strategic Partnership." Anchored by the 2025–2029 Joint Strategic Action Plan, this emerging alliance between two democratic middle powers is quietly rewriting the rules of cooperation between Europe and the Indo-Pacific. Ma

Observed in over 100 countries, Art of Giving 2026 returns on 17 May with the theme “Share to Shine,” inspiring people to spread kindness through simple acts of sharing — from time and knowledge to care and compassion. Founded by Achyuta Samanta, the global movement continues to demonstrate how small acts of giving can create meaningful social impact and stronger communities worldwide. A Worldwide Movement Built on the Simple Power of Sharing At a time when societies across t

On May 5 each year, the world marks World Portuguese Language Day, a celebration of one of the most widely spoken and culturally rich languages across the globe. Officially recognized by UNESCO, the day underscores the growing relevance of Portuguese as a bridge across continents—linking Europe, Latin America, Africa, and parts of Asia. With over 265 million speakers, Portuguese is not merely a linguistic system but a vessel of shared histories, artistic traditions, and evolv

After three years at the heart of New Delhi’s innovation ecosystem, Israel’s Innovation Attaché, Maya Sherman, concludes a tenure that redefined the boundaries of technology diplomacy. Discover the story of a diplomat who found a home in India’s pluralism and left an indelible mark on the nation’s AI landscape. As she bids farewell, her journey reflects how tech diplomacy is ultimately about people, relationships, and the bridges built across borders. New Delhi, May 2026 – A

The National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA), Mumbai, stands as India’s pioneering institution for the performing arts. Founded in 1969, it embodies a vision that blends heritage with modernity, and today plays a vital role in cultural diplomacy, India’s soft power, and global cultural exchange. Legacy and Vision When Jamshed Bhabha, with the support of the Tata Trusts, envisioned the NCPA in the late 1960s, India was still shaping its post‑independence identity. The id