India’s pledge at COP26 to reach net-zero emissions by 2070 finds one of its strongest expressions in the country’s Northeast — a region rich in forests, rivers, and biodiversity, yet marked by fragile ecosystems and limited infrastructure. Today, this landscape is becoming a testing ground for India’s green transition, powered not just by national policy but by an unprecedented wave of global partnerships. From Japan’s sustainable agriculture projects to U.S.-led forestry in

Pabitra Margherita leads India’s engagement in Malaysia, focusing on semiconductor cooperation, diaspora ties, and economic collaboration...