Author: Bhakti Narayanan

The University of Chicago has honored economist Krishnamurthy V. Subramanian with the Alumni Award for Professional Achievement, marking a historic moment as he becomes the first Indian economist to receive the distinction in the award’s eighty five year history. The award recognizes alumni who have demonstrated outstanding professional achievements and global influence in their respective fields. Subramanian served as the seventeenth Chief Economic Adviser to the Government of India from 2018 to 2021. During this period, he played an important role in shaping India’s economic strategy and policy direction at a time when global markets were facing significant uncertainty. Following…

India and Switzerland held discussions aimed at strengthening bilateral relations across a wide range of sectors, while also reviewing regional and global developments during diplomatic engagements in New Delhi. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Raisina Dialogue, where Sibi George, Secretary (West) in the Ministry of External Affairs, met Alexandre Fasel, Switzerland’s State Secretary of Foreign Affairs. The talks focused on expanding cooperation between the two countries in key areas including trade, technology, investment and innovation. Both sides exchanged views on broader geopolitical developments and explored ways to enhance collaboration through existing bilateral frameworks. Officials emphasised that…

Indian opener Sanju Samson has been named in the eight-player shortlist for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Player of the Tournament, announced on March 6. Despite missing the early matches of the tournament, Samson impressed with match-winning performances that included back-to-back Player of the Match awards. Samson’s standout performances include a blistering 97 off 50 balls against the West Indies in a must-win Super 8 match and a powerful 89 off 42 balls in India’s semi-final victory over England, helping India secure their place in the final. So far, Samson has scored 232 runs across four matches, maintaining an…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday urged a rapid resolution to the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and West Asia, emphasizing that armed confrontation alone cannot solve international disputes. His remarks came during a joint press interaction following bilateral discussions with Finnish President Alexander Stubb at Hyderabad House in New Delhi. President Stubb is currently on a four-day visit to India aimed at strengthening cooperation between the two countries across multiple sectors. During the press statement, Modi highlighted the shared values between India and Finland, noting that both nations strongly support dialogue, diplomacy, and respect for international law as the foundation…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with Finland’s President Alexander Stubb at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, focusing on ways to further strengthen the long-standing relationship between the two countries. The discussions reflected the growing importance of cooperation between India and Finland across multiple sectors, including trade, technology, education, and global diplomacy. During the meeting, both leaders explored opportunities to deepen bilateral engagement and enhance collaboration in areas of mutual interest. The talks covered a wide range of issues aimed at expanding economic and strategic ties while also strengthening people-to-people connections between the two nations. They also exchanged views…

India’s external sector has continued to demonstrate strong resilience in the current financial year, with cumulative exports reaching US$ 720.76 billion during April to January 2025-26. This represents a growth of 6.15% over US$ 679.02 billion recorded in the same period of FY 2024-25, according to a report released by the PIB Headquarters. The sustained export growth highlights India’s ability to navigate global uncertainties while maintaining momentum in international trade. A diversified export basket, coupled with a strategic focus on enhancing competitiveness, has enabled Indian exporters to strengthen their position across global markets. Both the merchandise and services sectors have…

India and Rwanda reviewed the full spectrum of bilateral relations during the second Joint Commission Meeting, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening cooperation across key sectors and deepening engagement on regional and global issues of mutual interest. The meeting was co-chaired by Kirti Vardhan Singh, Union Minister of State for External Affairs, and Olivier J.P. Nduhungirehe, Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. Discussions covered defence, agriculture, trade and investment, health, education, science and technology, digital platforms, culture and people-to-people contacts. Both sides also exchanged views on pressing regional and global developments. A key outcome of the meeting was the…

India and Canada have decided to establish a dedicated defence dialogue as part of a broader effort to strengthen strategic cooperation and deepen mutual trust between the two democracies. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the decision following talks with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, describing growing defence and security cooperation as a reflection of the maturity and depth of the bilateral relationship. The newly announced India-Canada Defence Dialogue will focus on enhancing defence industries, improving maritime domain awareness and expanding military exchanges. The initiative is aimed at reinforcing cooperation in areas critical to regional and global security. Welcoming Prime Minister…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that terrorism, extremism and radicalisation pose grave challenges not only for India and Canada but for all of humanity, underscoring the need for close international cooperation to safeguard global peace and stability. Speaking alongside Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, PM Modi stressed that confronting these threats requires shared resolve, intelligence cooperation and a firm global consensus. Both leaders agreed that security challenges driven by extremist ideologies undermine democratic values and social harmony worldwide. The discussions marked a significant moment in the resetting of bilateral relations between India and Canada, following a period of strain…

Sanju Samson delivered a masterclass of calmness and power as India secured a semi-final berth in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 with a hard-fought victory over the West Indies in Kolkata on March 1. The right-hander’s unbeaten 97 off 50 balls powered India to 199/5, chasing a challenging 196-run target, earning him the Player of the Match award. His innings included 12 fours and 4 towering sixes, demonstrating a mix of timing, placement, and explosive hitting. Former India coach Ravi Shastri lauded Samson’s maturity and composure, highlighting how he handled the intense pressure of a knockout contest. Shastri…