Author: Malavika Subramanyan

Speaking at the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly advocated for an immediate revamp of global governance institutions. Highlighting their growing irrelevance in today’s world, he emphasized that organizations like the UN Security Council, World Bank, International Monetary Fund (IMF), and World Trade Organization (WTO) must undergo structural reforms to remain effective in the 21st century. “These institutions were created in a different era and no longer have the capacity to respond to modern-day challenges,” Modi said, according to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO). He underscored the importance of building…

Effective July 1, 2025, Professor Sabyasachi Sen has assumed the role of Chair of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of California, Davis. Known for his deep commitment to cross-disciplinary research, Sen expressed his vision to strengthen the department’s collaborations within the College of Engineering. “I see this department’s interdisciplinary foundation as a unique asset,” said Sen. “In my new role, I aim to foster stronger partnerships across departments and enhance a shared, collaborative research culture.” Sen’s academic journey into materials science began with a fascination for naturally formed glasses from volcanic eruptions and meteorite impacts…

During a military technology event hosted by FICCI, India’s Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Capability Development & Sustenance), Lt Gen Rahul R Singh, revealed that China actively supported Pakistan with real-time intelligence during Operation Sindoor. He said that while Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) level discussions were underway, Pakistan had startlingly accurate knowledge of India’s deployments—insights they received from Chinese surveillance. According to Lt Gen Singh, Pakistan specifically referred to India’s prepared military vectors and requested their withdrawal—clear proof of Chinese involvement. He stated that during Operation Sindoor, India was effectively up against three adversaries: Pakistan at the frontline,…

In a historic moment during his state visit to Ghana, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred with the nation’s prestigious civilian honor—the Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana—by President John Dramani Mahama. The award was presented in recognition of Modi’s distinguished global leadership and contribution to strengthening ties with the Global South. Accepting the honor, PM Modi dedicated it to 1.4 billion Indians, especially the youth, and India’s rich cultural diversity. He emphasized that this accolade reinforces the strong democratic and historical bonds between the two nations and comes with a renewed responsibility to expand bilateral…

Harvard University has taken a major step toward inclusivity and global representation by appointing two Indian-o rigin professionals—Anjali Sud and Sanjay Seth—to influential leadership roles. These appointments mark a continued push toward diverse voices and forward-thinking leadership within one of the world’s top academic institutions. Anjali Sud: From Tech Executive to Harvard Board Member Anjali Sud, widely recognized for her leadership in the digital space, has been named to the Harvard Board ofOverseers. Raised in Flint, Michigan by Punjabi immigrant parents, Sud earned her MBA from Harvard in 2011. Her journey to success has been nothing short of…

NASA astronaut Anil Menon has been officially named to the crew of Expedition 75, marking his first mission to space. Menon will fly to the International Space Station (ISS) in June 2026 aboard Russia’s Soyuz MS-29 spacecraft, launching from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. He will be joined by Roscosmos cosmonauts Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina, forming a three-member team tasked with conducting essential research and technological trials aboard the orbiting lab. Their mission will span approximately eight months, focusing on critical scientific experiments that will help pave the way for future long-duration missions beyond low Earth orbit. Born in…

India received a record-breaking $135.46 billion in diaspora remittances during the 2024–25 fiscal year, registering a 14% year-on-year growth, according to the Reserve Bank of India’s latest balance of payments data. These remittance inflows—categorized under “private transfers”—continue to keep India at the top spot globally for cross-border income from its overseas citizens. This remarkable growth marks more than double the amount received eight years ago, when the country recorded $61 billion in FY17. The remittances in FY25 constituted over 10% of India’s total current account inflows, which amounted to $1 trillion, playing a pivotal role in stabilizing the country’s balance…

Foreign ministers from the Quad nations—India, the United States, Japan, and Australia—are set to convene in Washington, DC on July 1. The meeting comes in preparation for the upcoming Quad leaders’ summit, which India will host later this year. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the ministers will evaluate the progress of ongoing Quad collaborations and exchange insights on critical regional and global developments, with particular focus on the Indo-Pacific. A key agenda for the session is the consideration of fresh initiatives aimed at reinforcing a shared vision for a free, open, and secure Indo-Pacific. This vision has…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a significant five-nation diplomatic tour beginning July 2, marking his longest overseas visit since assuming office in 2014. The eight-day journey, concluding on July 9, spans two continents and includes strategic engagements in Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia. The tour commences in Ghana, where Modi will stay from July 2 to 3. This marks the first bilateral visit by an Indian prime minister to Ghana in three decades. The agenda includes discussions with Ghanaian President Nana Akufo-Addo focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in energy, defense, and trade. From there,…

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar praised India’s all-party delegation that traveled to 33 countries after Operation Sindoor as part of a global outreach campaign. Calling the experience “a great source of pride,” Jaishankar emphasized the unified stance all political parties took in defense of the nation’s interests and against terrorism. He noted that representatives like Shashi Tharoor, Supriya Sule, Kanimozhi, Sanjay Jha, Jay Panda, Ravi Shankar Prasad, and Shrikant Shinde set aside political differences to speak with one voice. According to Jaishankar, the world was impressed that despite internal politics, India presented a united front. The delegation delivered a clear…