External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s Moscow visit reaffirmed India’s steady ties with Russia even as Washington pressed its tariff warning. New Delhi underlined that decisions on energy and trade will remain anchored in national interest and strategic autonomy.
Read MoreDonald Trump’s tariff shock has reignited global trade anxieties. For India, the choice is stark—double down on Western markets or gamble on BRICS. The answer is clear: tariffs may sting, but BRICS won’t rescue India’s growth ambitions.
Read MoreThe Statesman recently argued that Donald Trump’s return spells doom for BRICS. This counter-view contends the opposite: Trump’s transactional economics may inadvertently fuel BRICS’ consolidation, testing America’s leverage while pushing emerging economies toward deeper South-South cooperation.
Read MoreIndia and China’s decision to begin a formal delimitation exercise marks a quiet yet historic shift. While Washington watches from the sidelines, New Delhi engages Beijing directly—signalling a recalibration of regional priorities and the emergence of an India–China-defined Asian order.
Read MoreWashington’s criticism of India’s Russian oil and arms imports reeks of double standards. While the U.S. quietly buys Russian goods to shield its economy, India’s purchases not only stabilize global energy markets but also save billions through rupee-based trade.
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