Category: politics
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BRICS 20 Years: Can India Drive Greater Global Influence?
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BRICS at 20: Can New Delhi Turn a Bigger Bloc Into a Stronger Voice? At its 18th summit in New Delhi, an expanded BRICS confronts the central question of its second decade: can a diverse coalition of emerging powers convert economic weight into political influence—and cooperation into results? BRICS has never lacked ambition. Its harder…
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Historic Speeches from the National Press Club: A Digital Archive Unveiled
Echoes from the Podium: The Library of Congress Unlocks a Century of History There is something haunting about hearing a historical figure clear their throat, pause for effect, or field a razor-sharp question from a reporter in real-time. For decades, the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., has served as the ultimate testing ground for…
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Modi’s Vision for a Developed India by 2047
From Freedom to Viksit Bharat: PM Modi’s 80th Independence Day Vision New Delhi | August 15, 2026 On India’s 80th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the historic ramparts of the Red Fort with a message centered on ambition, self-reliance and the collective resolve to build a Viksit Bharat (Developed India)…
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New York Celebrates India Independence Day 2026
New York Proclaims August 15, 2026, as India Independence Day, Celebrating 80 Years of Freedom and a Vibrant Indian-American Community A landmark 80th-anniversary celebration brings India’s independence story, democratic ideals, and Indian-American heritage into the heart of New York. New York is set to mark India’s 80th anniversary of independence with a special statewide recognition…
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2026 National Press Club Awards: Celebrating Journalism Excellence
National Press Club Journalism Awards 2026 Celebrate Reporting That Held Power to Account From wildfire coverage and climate investigations to political accountability and digital transparency, this year’s winners underscore journalism’s enduring public service mission. At a time when journalism faces mounting political, technological, and economic pressures, the National Press Club has announced the winners of…
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Modi and Trump Strengthen India-U.S. Ties at G7 Summit
Modi and Trump Reaffirm Strategic Ties at G7 Summit, Push for Trade and Technology Cooperation Evian, France | June 18, 2026 On the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian, France, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald J. Trump held a high-level bilateral meeting that underscored the growing depth of the India–United States…
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Military Tensions Rise in Strait of Hormuz
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Trump’s Order Raises the Stakes in Hormuz The crisis in the world’s most sensitive energy corridor has just taken a sharp turn. On April 23, 2026, Donald Trump publicly ordered the U.S. Navy to stop Iranian small boats found deploying naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz—a directive that signals a shift from deterrence to…
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US Naval Blockade: Impact on India’s Energy Security
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Hormuz Under Siege: What the US Naval Blockade Means for India No closure. No chaos—yet. But in Hormuz, even a “limited” blockade is enough to rattle India’s economic core. The Strait of Hormuz—that narrow maritime artery through which nearly 20% of the world’s oil flows—has once again become the epicenter of geopolitical confrontation. But this…
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Modi-Trump Call: Strengthening US-India Relations
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Modi-Trump Phone Call: April 14, 2026 On April 14, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held a phone conversation lasting nearly 40 minutes. This marked their first direct engagement since the US-Iran ceasefire. Key Topics Discussed Bilateral Relations The leaders reviewed progress in India-US cooperation across multiple sectors. Both reaffirmed their…
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Global Economic Turmoil: IMF, IEA, and World Bank’s Stark Warning
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Shockwaves Without Borders: The IMF–IEA–World Bank Warning the World Can’t Ignore April 2026 may well be remembered not just for a war, but for the global system stress test it has triggered. Washington DC: The Heads of the International Monetary Fund, the International Energy Agency, and the World Bank Group met today and issued a…
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How India Maintains LPG Supplies via the Strait of Hormuz
Through the Narrow Strait: India’s Quiet Assertion of Energy Sovereignty How a handful of tankers navigating a warzone reveal the depth of India’s strategic maturity By CitiTimes Editorial Desk In moments of geopolitical rupture, power rarely announces itself with spectacle. More often, it moves quietly—across sea lanes, through diplomatic backchannels, and in decisions that never…
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Russia and China Veto UN Resolution on Strait of Hormuz
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Strait of Hormuz Showdown at the UN: Vetoes Stall Global Response ENLARGE April 7, 2026, marked a decisive yet divisive moment at the United Nations. A Bahrain-sponsored draft resolution aimed at safeguarding navigation through the Strait of Hormuz—one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints—failed to pass after vetoes from Russia and China, underscoring the…
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INS Taragiri: Modern Stealth Frigate Strengthens Indian Navy
INS Taragiri: A New Era in India’s Naval Power ENLARGE Commissioning of INS Taragiri On April 3, 2026, the Indian Navy proudly commissioned INS Taragiri, the fourth stealth frigate under Project 17A, at Visakhapatnam in the presence of Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh. This milestone marks a significant leap in India’s naval capabilities and showcases…
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India’s Strategic Role in Strait of Hormuz Diplomacy
India Steps Into a Global Coalition to Reopen the Strait of Hormuz In a moment that underscores both urgency and interdependence, India has joined more than 60 countries in a coordinated diplomatic push to reopen one of the world’s most vital energy arteries—the Strait of Hormuz. Convened at the invitation of the United Kingdom and…
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IEA-IMF-World Bank Pact: A Coordinated Response to Global Crises
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A World on Edge, Institutions in Sync: Why the IEA–IMF–World Bank Pact Matters Now Washington, DC | April 2, 2026 At moments when global systems begin to fracture, the true test of international governance is not rhetoric—but coordination. The joint decision by the International Energy Agency, International Monetary Fund, and World Bank Group to form…
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Tele-Law: Transforming Justice in Digital India
Bridging Justice with Technology: Inside India’s Tele-Law Transformation New Delhi | March 29, 2026 In a rapidly digitising India, the promise of justice is no longer confined to courtrooms—it is increasingly being delivered through screens, voices, and intelligent systems. At the National Consultation 2026 on the Tele-Law initiative, India’s Vice President, C. P. Radhakrishnan, laid…
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Mark Schoeff Jr. Takes Office as NPC President
Mark Schoeff Jr. Inaugurated as 119th President of the National Press Club On a snowy February evening in Washington, D.C., the National Press Club welcomed its 119th president: Mark Schoeff Jr., a seasoned journalist whose career has spanned politics, think tanks, and financial services reporting. A Journalist’s Journey Schoeff currently covers legislation and regulations affecting…
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U.S. Tariff Reductions Give India a Competitive Edge
Tariff Tsunami: India’s U.S. Trade Win Redefines the Playing Field From 50% to 18%—India’s exports just got a turbo boost. In a dramatic move, U.S. President Donald Trump has slashed tariffs on Indian goods, cutting rates from a punishing 50 percent down to just 18 percent. The deal lifts the additional penalty on India’s Russian…
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IMF Projects India as Fastest-Growing Economy
India Emerges as Global Growth Engine: IMF’s 2026 Outlook A World Economy Resilient, Yet Uneasy The IMF’s January 2026 World Economic Outlook paints a picture of resilience amid turbulence. Global growth is projected at 3.3%, unchanged from 2025 but stronger than feared just months ago. The driver? A surge in investment in artificial intelligence and digital…
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Reuters Wins National Press Club Visual Storytelling Award
Celebrating Visual Mastery: Reuters Journalists Win Inaugural National Press Club Pamela Tobey Award Washington, DC, December 02, 2025 In the heart of Washington, D.C., where the corridors of power echo with the stories that shape our world, the National Press Club stands as a beacon for journalistic excellence. On November 13, 2025, the Club’s Journalism…
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