The Afghanistan–Pakistan Border Clashes — What’s at Stake and Why India Must Watch Closely
By Sanjeev Oak Fresh clashes along the Afghanistan–Pakistan border near Spin Boldak have reignited old hostilities rooted in mistrust and
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Trump’s Shutdown: A Strategic Gamble with Global Consequences
The U.S. government shutdown highlights the fragility of American governance. President Trump’s executive order to ensure military pay prioritizes troops while sidelining civilian employees, creating domestic uncertainty and sending shockwaves through global markets, including critical trade partners like India.
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“Mr Prime Minister, You Are Great” — Symbolism Amid the Storm of the US–China Trade War
By Sanjeev Oak A signed photo from Donald Trump to Prime Minister Modi reading “Mr Prime Minister, you are great”
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India’s Outward FDI: When Tax Havens Become Strategic Gateways
Nearly 60% of India’s outward foreign direct investment (FDI) flows through jurisdictions widely regarded as tax havens. This is no mere statistical quirk. It points to a structural pattern in India Inc’s globalisation — a mix of tax planning, regulatory arbitrage, and strategic positioning with complex long-term consequences.
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Trump’s Sanctions Bluff: India Is Washington’s Recession Lifeline
As recession shadows the American economy, Donald Trump’s threat to sanction Russia only if NATO allies join in reveals more than campaign bravado. It exposes Washington’s dilemma: punish Moscow or protect markets — and why India now looks less like a target and more like an escape hatch.
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