India

Moscow Hails India’s ‘Determination’ Amid Global Pressure, Highlights Strategic Ties with New Delhi

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The Russian Foreign Ministry has praised India for its determination to strengthen ties with Moscow despite Western pressure and threats. Highlighting India’s strategic autonomy, sovereignty, and refusal to join anti-Russian sanctions, Moscow emphasized ongoing cooperation in defense, energy, space, and nuclear projects, as well as initiatives for national currency trade and alternative logistics. The statement …

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The Russia-India-China (RIC) Reboot: A Marriage of Convenience in 2025?

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The Russia-India-China (RIC) alliance, once considered symbolic, is witnessing a revival in 2025 as Donald Trump’s aggressive trade tariffs push these three powers closer. This blog explores the historical roots of RIC, the role of Trump’s policies as a catalyst, the significance of the upcoming SCO summit in Tianjin, recent India-China rapprochement, Russia’s mediation efforts, …

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China’s “AI Plus Initiative”: A Bold Push to Reshape Industry, Governance, and Global AI Leadership

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China’s AI Plus Initiative, approved by the State Council in July 2025, marks a major step in the country’s ambition to lead the global AI race by 2030. The plan aims to transform industries, foster emerging technologies like generative AI and robotics, enhance computing infrastructure, and promote global cooperation while maintaining strict regulations for security …

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Jaishankar Slams U.S. Tariffs on India Over Russian Oil Imports, Calls Them “Unfair, Unjustified, and Unreasonable”

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On August 23, 2025, India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar sharply criticized U.S. tariffs on Indian goods over Russian oil imports, calling them “unfair, unjustified, and unreasonable.” He defended India’s energy trade as a national interest and questioned Washington’s selective targeting, highlighting diplomatic and economic tensions between the two nations. Jaishankar Slams U.S. Tariffs on …

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Jaishankar Defends India’s Russian Oil Imports Amid U.S. Tariffs, Calls Criticism Unjustified

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India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, during his Moscow visit on August 21, 2025, strongly defended India’s purchase of Russian crude oil despite U.S. tariffs on Indian exports. He argued that India is not the largest buyer of Russian energy, its imports stabilize global markets, and U.S. criticism is unjustified. The remarks come amid strained …

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US President Donald Trump Says 6-7 Planes Shot Down During India-Pakistan Conflict, Credits Himself for Ceasefire

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US President Donald Trump has once again stirred controversy by claiming credit for the May 2025 India-Pakistan ceasefire, asserting that 6-7 planes were shot down during the conflict and warning it could have turned nuclear. The clashes erupted after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which killed 26 civilians, prompting India to launch Operation Sindoor …

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Is India Weak or Just Being Smart? Unpacking Trump’s Tariffs, Russian Oil, and India’s Silent Diplomacy

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After US President Donald Trump imposed a 25% tariff on Indian exports, India’s muted response has raised eyebrows globally. Is this silence a diplomatic strategy or a sign of weakness? This blog unpacks the BRICS angle, India-Russia oil trade, US hypocrisy, and why India can’t afford a trade war despite being the world’s 4th-largest economy. …

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India Pauses Boeing P-8I Aircraft Deal Amid U.S. Tariffs and Price Surge: Strategic Autonomy Takes Priority

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India has paused its $3.6 billion deal to purchase six Boeing P-8I Poseidon aircraft amid a 50% cost escalation and rising trade tensions following the U.S.’s imposition of a 25% tariff on Indian exports. This strategic move reflects India’s push for defense self-reliance, budgetary constraints, and resistance to external pressure. The decision impacts both Indian …

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Indian NSA Ajit Doval To Visits Moscow Amid Rising U.S. Pressure Over Russian Oil Imports

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National Security Advisor Ajit Doval’s visit to Moscow on August 5, 2025, comes at a critical time as India faces mounting pressure from the United States over its continued oil trade with Russia. The visit aims to bolster defense and energy cooperation with Moscow, reaffirm India’s strategic autonomy, and address regional security concerns. This blog …

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Modi’s Swadeshi Call After Trump’s 25% Tariff: Can “Make in India” Shield Indian Economy from US Trade Pressure?

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After President Trump imposed a 25% tariff on Indian exports, Prime Minister Modi responded with a strong call to buy Swadeshi products, reviving the “Make in India” push. Amid strained US-India trade ties, Modi urged citizens to support local industries, farmers, and MSMEs. With 87% of exports at risk and penalties linked to Russia ties, …

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