Category: Columns

We sought to offer the world an alternative to status quo, a shift from a GDP-centric to human-centric progress. India aimed to remind the world of what unites us rather than what divides us

Rich nations in the West have contributed most to the world’s pollution while poorer countries who pollute less are paying the price. For example, while the United States accounts for only 4% of the current global population, it contributed 17% of global emissions between 1850 and 2021

New Delhi has moved closer to Tel Aviv, while continuing to support a two-state solution and hence the Palestine cause

From simple financial frauds to dictating political conversations, technology has emerged as the biggest threat when in the hands of lumpen elements, terror-mongers of every shade, and even religious leaders

An abundance of flights and proximity makes cities like Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah feel like traveling to another Indian city. This allows business owners to have a presence in both countries

There can be no denying that to some extent this issue is being politicised both in India and Canada. In India, it plays to the strength of the government and hence the ruling party that it will deal with extremists with an iron hand

The inclusion of UAE in BRICS is also an indication that the Emirates would like to move out of a ‘west only circuit and forge partnerships with member countries of the developing world

New Delhi wants to emerge as a bridge between the developing and developed world